The Marketing Assistant will support gathering, organizing, and reporting market-related information related to the comprehensive marketing plans for the offices within the Career and Integrated Partnership Portfolio. To implement the marketing objective within the portfolio, this role will assist in creating promotional communications, including print and electronic media. Assist with the design, development, production, and distribution of promotional and collateral materials, both digital and print, by collaborating with internal creative teams, external vendors, and partners inside and outside of the portfolio to support programs and student experience.  The Marketing Assistant will assist with design of electronic and printed media, including websites, various reports, social media, and newsletters. 

The Marketing Assistant will assist with website organization and updates for offices within the portfolio and collaborate with campus partners for technical and design assistance for the department’s web-based, online marketing presence and print collateral. This includes maintaining the quality and accuracy of the aesthetics, content, general format, and accessibility of outgoing communications via website and digital applications. Additionally, this role will assist in maintaining departmental social media accounts. This could include social media campaigns and activities, creating effective online promotions, and building awareness for department activities. 

The Marketing Assistant will aid in supporting brand and marketing-related events for the Career and Integrated Partnership portfolio. This includes following the brand of the departments, including digital marketing channels (websites, blogs, emails, digital displays, and social media) to ensure brand consistency. This position requires the ability to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously and comfort working with various communication and marketing platforms. 

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or appropriate administrator. Attend staff and one-on-one supervision meetings to ensure clear communication with colleagues and supervisors. Participates in department, division, and university-wide committees. May have indirect impact on the position duties of other Portfolio staff members. Lives out Portfolio’s values in all aspects of job function. 

EDUCATION & TRAINING: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge
•Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in managing printing processes and pre-press production requirements
•Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, WordPress, and Website management experience

Skills
•Communications skills (verbal and written); demonstrated proficiency and excellence in writing and editing high level communications for varying target demographics.
•Demonstrated planning and organization skills
•Demonstrated interpersonal and professional skills