Extra Help: Newsletter Editor/Graphic Designer
About The Position
This Extra Help: Newsletter Editor/Graphic Designer will work with the Department of Applied Communication faculty to curate, craft, and oversee the production of the annual departmental newsletter for dissemination to targeted stakeholders for the Department of Applied Communication. The person will collaborate with various faculty to gather content, ensure editorial quality, and maintain consistency in tone and messaging. This position is governed by state and federal laws. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, Technical Writing, or equivalent.
- Experience in editing, content creation, or email marketing.
- Excellent writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail and grammar.
- Familiarity with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
- Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and audience engagement.
Responsibilities
- Curate content for the newsletter by collaborating with faculty members to source materials.
- Write engaging headlines, subject lines, and summaries.
- Edit content for clarity, coherence, and adherence to brand voice and style guidelines.
- Craft compelling calls-to-action (CTAs) to encourage reader engagement and interaction.
- Utilize design software to create a visually appealing newsletter layout.
- Ensure the newsletter's design is user-friendly, mobile-responsive, and accessible.
- Incorporate multimedia elements such as images, videos, and infographics to enhance content.
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
