Working Title: Multimedia and Outreach Specialist - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: College of Arts and Letters

Department: 100018 - School of Media Arts

Pay Band: N/A

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.77 

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 04/06/2026

About JMU:

General Information:

This student worker will serve as a multimedia and outreach specialist to handle production and distribution of communication materials, work in the front office and serve as an ambassador for the School of Media Arts and Design.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This student worker will serve as a multimedia and outreach specialist to handle production and distribution of communication materials, work in the front office, and serve as an ambassador for the School of Media Arts and Design.

Qualifications:

1. I understand it is my responsibility to accurately complete, sign, and submit timesheets to my supervisor each pay period. I also understand this is a condition of employment, and after two consecutive time periods (1 month) of not submitting timesheets, I could be terminated from my position.
2. The student worker will assist in all duties to run the SMAD front office and assist SMAD's administrative assistants.
3. The student worker will research, plan, and create online and printed materials related to the promotion of the School of Media Arts and Design and its events.
4. The student worker will be encouraged to create compelling imagery in different ways, including web design, vector art, photography, video, and writing. Having completed SMAD 201 and 202 is preferred.
5. The multimedia specialist will also interview people in the SMAD community and produce content for SMAD social media, the website, an annual SMAD newsletter, and other duties as directed by the SMAD site coordinator.
6. As a student employee in SMAD, the multimedia specialist will serve as an ambassador for the program, which will include giving tours, conducting information sessions, and participating in promotional and informational events for SMAD.

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:  

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.