Marketing Assistant/writer - Normal, United States - Illinois State University

Illinois State University
Illinois State University
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Normal, United States

4 weeks ago

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Description

Job no: 518655

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Work type: On Campus

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Location: Normal, Illinois

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Title: Marketing Assistant/Writer


Employee Classification:


Division Name:
Finance and Planning


Department:
TechZone & Student Technologies


Job Summary:


The marketing unit of the Office of Technology Solutions is responsible for increasing awareness of Tech Solutions across campus, particularly promoting the solutions and services of our department in general and a few specific areas, including TechZone and the Technology Support Center.


Marketing assistants/writers would assist with the following responsibilities:

  • Develop content for social media platforms (including Instagram, Facebook, and X).
  • Research emerging trends in social media and how we can implement them in our own posts.
  • Research, conduct interviews as needed, and write articles for publication on the News website.
  • Provide photography, video, and mínimal graphic design support (in-app or on a program like Canva) when necessary.
  • Help plan and execute general outreach events and our inventory of promotional items.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay Rate:

$14.00/hour


Required Qualifications:


  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Ability to follow University style guide
  • Flexibility in handling diverse tasks
  • Creative and critical thinking skills
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Enthusiastic about trying out new ideas and approaches

Work Hours:

Flexible, but generally M-F sometime between 9 a.m.

4:30 p.m.


Proposed Starting Date:

August 2024


Required Applicant Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter & Writing Sample


Special Instructions for Applicants:

Please detail on your cover letter why you are interested in this position.


Contact Information for Applicants:

Traci Zagaroli


Important Information for Applicants:


Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate.

For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date.

Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.


Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.


International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session.

International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at


Application Opened: 04/25/2024 09:55 AM CST

Application Closes: 05/05/2024 11:55 PM CST
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