Communications Assistant

Associated Students • Long Beach, CA

7d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the planning and execution of public relations and communications programs designed to create and maintain a favorable image for the Associated Students, Incorporated (ASI) to both internal and external audiences. Supports the Assistant Director, Communications in corporate marketing and communications projects.

Requirements

• One-year related experience in journalism, public relations, or corporate/organizational communications preferred.
• One year experience in AS student government, a leadership position within a CSULB student club/ organization a plus.
• Journalism, Public Relations or Communication Studies majors preferred.
• Must be a current and active CSULB student enrolled in a minimum of 6 units.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with knowledge of journalism, public relations, and web communication practices.
• Strong command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, conduct research, analyze information, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, reliable, and professional, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse student, staff, university, and community populations.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Assistant Director in the development of publications and materials to ensure that the campus and the public receive accurate, relevant, timely, and positive information about ASI and its programs.
• Writes and edits marketing materials, newsletter content, web articles, and print materials.
• Research and pitch potential articles for as many as four newsletters for various departments within ASI.
• Set up and conduct interviews for various publications, public relations and marketing efforts.
• Aids in the planning and execution of communications, including various publications, public relations strategies, media relations, press releases, social media content and marketing vehicles.
• Assists in preparing and distributing articles, press releases, fact sheets, newsletters, etc.
• Develops relationships with the university media in disseminating publicity concerning ASI.
• Assists the Assistant Director to coordinate communication among departments pertaining to ASI activities or services, in addition to routine administrative duties.
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably within the scope of the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed