Marketing and Graphic Design, Student Assistant Specialist

The New School • New York, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications & Marketing/Strategic Initiatives team at The New School Performing Arts seeks a creative, organized, detail-oriented student to support the Events Marketing and Strategic Initiatives department. The role is an opportunity for students interested in graphic design, marketing, and communications. Applicants may have a Federal Work Study award, but it is not required. The position is hybrid, with a regularly scheduled minimum of one day per week on campus and some remote work; it is remote or split-hybrid during the summer. The role pays $17.00 per hour and is scheduled for up to 20 hours per week, or as arranged. Applicants must submit a resume and samples of design work through the application portal. Applicants with a Federal Work Study award should also submit their award letter.

Requirements

• Strong graphic design skills.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to conduct marketing research and develop outreach strategies.
• Social media marketing experience or high proficiency in social media use.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.
• Ability to learn new tools such as Splash, an event registration platform.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Familiarity with or ability to learn The New School’s platforms, including Google Suite, Splash, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated commitment to Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, and the transformative power of the arts and education.

Nice To Haves

• Current student in a College of Performing Arts degree program.
• Graphic design and social media marketing experience.
• Currently enrolled in a program related to Graphic Design, Marketing, Design Technology, or a related field.
• Recipient of a Federal Work Study award.

Responsibilities

• Design print and digital materials, including event posters, key art, and social media graphics.
• Write, edit, and create newsletters.
• Capture and edit video and photo content and create social media assets.
• Enter and manage event content in Splash, the event registration platform.
• Research and recommend performance and event marketing strategies.
• Assist with collecting and distributing video and photo content across digital platforms.
• Order promotional print materials from vendors such as Staples and local print shops.
• Distribute flyers and posters in and around Arnhold Hall, Bank Street Theater, and other nearby venues.
• Perform administrative and marketing support duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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