Student Assistant Specialist J&D Capstone

The New School • Bovina, TX

9d • $20 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a student employee to implement a website showcasing Journalism + Design Senior Capstone projects under the direction of the department chair and adviser. Responsibilities: The Student Assistant Specialist adapts and maintains a WordPress-based portfolio site to showcase Capstone projects across multiple semesters. They will coordinate with the chair, adviser, faculty, and graduating seniors to define site requirements, collect and organize project materials, and ensure the site's design aligns with Journalism + Design and New School style standards. The role also includes creating technical and non-technical process documentation and attending weekly check-ins with the department chair or adviser. We look forward to receiving your application! Since our founding in 1919, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought as a preeminent academic center. At our university, students have the academic freedom to shape their unique, individual paths for a complex and rapidly changing world. As a New School employee, you will be a part of the university’s mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change in the world. You can view our list of open positions on this site to apply, or visit our Job Opportunities page to learn more about working at The New School. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. If you are a current New School employee interested in applying for an open position, please log in to MyDay and access the Jobs Hub through the global menu or by using the search bar. If you have questions about submitting an application, please contact the Talent Team at [email protected]. You can also view the Guru Card for written instructions. Please note that you can review the status of your submitted job applications in the Jobs Hub on MyDay.

Requirements

• Coursework or demonstrated experience in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with a CMS such as WordPress.
• Facility with Adobe visual design applications, Figma, and Slack.
• Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Consult with department chair, adviser, Capstone professors and students to refine initial requirements.
• Adapt an instance of the Student Portfolio WordPress setup that can support new Capstone cohorts each semester.
• Prototype the portfolio site using a small number of projects in different genres and content types.
• Communicate to Capstone professors what information students need to submit.
• Collect, organize, and upload capstone projects.
• Create and maintain a consistent design and style guidelines that align with Journalism + Design and New School style guides.
• Create documentation about technical and non-technical processes.
• Attend a weekly check-in meeting with chair and/or adviser, or, if faculty are unavailable, communicate project status via Slack.

What This Job Offers

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