MS MM Student Assistant
About The Position
The Media Management Student Assistant will support an academic program within the university by providing essential administrative, communications, and event support. Reporting to the Program Administrator or Program Director, depending on assignment, the Student Assistant will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, supporting students and faculty, and creating and contributing to public-facing communications. The successful candidate will be highly organized, collaborative, able to complete assigned tasks independently, and comfortable balancing administrative tasks with creative and interpersonal work in a fast-paced academic environment.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a student at The New School
- Interest in urbanism, design justice, community-based work, or sustainability
- Strong organizational and time-management skills and the capacity to think strategically and to effectively move ideas forward into implementation
- Ability to communicate effectively on multiple levels across the organization
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
- Familiarity with LinkedIn, Instagram, and social media content creation and management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with design software (Adobe Creative Suite) preferred
- Preferred experience or skills in one or more of the following areas: photography, filming/video production, graphic design, social media, marketing, or journalism.
- Experience creating social media content and campaigns.
Responsibilities
- Assist with administrative correspondence, record keeping, and maintenance of program databases in an accurate and timely manner
- Serve as a liaison with students, faculty, alumni, and external guests by responding to inquiries and sharing information professionally and courteously
- Support the planning, coordination, and execution of program-related events, including preparing materials, tracking logistics, and assisting during events as needed
- Contribute to program communications by drafting and scheduling content for social media, including maintaining and updating the program’s LinkedIn page
- Assist with preparation of the spring semester Capstone brochure, including content coordination, proofreading, and production support
- Support the development and distribution of the program’s weekly newsletter, including content collection, formatting, and scheduling
- Perform general administrative support tasks as needed to support program operations
- Complete assigned projects and tasks independently while communicating progress, questions, and needs in a timely manner
Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $18 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
