Communications Associate - Student Hourly

University of Kansas • Lawrence, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The student Communications Associate creates video and graphic design content and helps promote Student Affairs departments and programs through print and digital media. The position works primarily in Kansas Union Suite 400 and creates promotional materials for students, staff, community members, and families. The role calls for skills in graphic design, photography, videography, and writing, as well as attention to detail and strong visual storytelling, written communication, and organizational skills.

The Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs coordinates and develops student support programs and services, advocates for student needs across the university community, and supports overall academic success. Student Affairs engages the KU community in programs and services that make learning possible.

This is an in-person, hourly/non-exempt student position scheduled for 12–15 hours per week. Student employees are generally not eligible for remote work unless an exception is approved by unit leadership and HR. During the semester, the student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours. Summer eligibility requires meeting one of the specified enrollment or admission conditions. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of professional or personal creative work, and include weekday availability between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply by October 26, 2026.

Requirements

• Must be in good academic standing.
• During the semester term of the appointment, must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours.
• For summer periods, must have been enrolled in at least 6 hours in the past spring semester, be pre-enrolled in at least 6 hours in the upcoming fall semester, be enrolled in a summer session, or be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams, as evidenced in application materials.
• Experience with social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.
• Experience reviewing analytics and using them to inform communication strategies.
• Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Express.
• One year of experience in written or visual storytelling, communications, graphic design, or administration.
• Professional or personal photography or videography experience.
• Must provide a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of professional or personal creative work.
• Must include weekday availability between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. in the resume or cover letter.
• Student employees cannot concurrently hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA).

Nice To Haves

• Eligibility for Federal Work Study is preferred.
• Website content management experience, such as Drupal, WordPress, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript.
• Availability to work some nights, mornings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing a social media plan for the academic year.
• Photograph, film, and capture events as requested by Student Affairs staff.
• Draft and edit communications copy and materials for student audiences.
• Edit video content for sharing on various platforms.
• Promote a welcoming environment for all members of the KU campus community.
• Attend and participate in trainings and events.
• Report work hours and complete timesheets as directed by the supervisor.
• Create promotional materials for students, staff, community members, and families.

What This Job Offers

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