Marketing and Graphic Design, Student Assistant Specialist

The Communications & Marketing/Strategic Initiatives team at The New School Performing Arts seeks a highly motivated student to serve as Marketing and Graphic Design, Student Assistant. We’re looking for a creative, organized, and detail-oriented individual to support the Events Marketing and Strategic Initiatives department. This position reports to the Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives and is an ideal opportunity for students interested in careers in graphic design, marketing, and communications.

This position is open to student applicants with Federal Work Study awards, as well as student applicants without 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/photo content and create social media assets.
• Enter and manage event content in the event registration platform, Splash
• Research and recommend performance and event marketing strategies
• Assist in video and photo content collection and distribution 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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 (event registration platform)
• Strong proofreading and editing skills
• Familiarity with or ability to learn The New School’s platforms (Google Suite, Splash, Microsoft Office)
• Demonstrated commitment to Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, and the transformative power of the arts and education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 Federal Work Study award

WORK MODE

Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (minimum one day per week) and also work some of the time remotely. Position is remote or split-hybrid during the summer.

HOURLY RATE: $17.00/hour

Hours per Week: Up to 20 hours per week, or as scheduled

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

• Applicants must submit a resume and examples of their design work (digital or print brochure, flyer, or poster) via the application portal.
  • The design work sample should be submitted as an additional attachment through your application.
• Applicants with a Federal Work Study award should submit their FWS award letter.

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.

Responsibilities:

Design print and digital materials, create video and photo assets, and write newsletters while researching performance and event marketing strategies. Manage event content on the Splash registration platform, coordinate vendor print orders and flyer distribution across campus venues, and perform general administrative and marketing support duties as assigned.

We look forward to receiving your application!