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Marketing/Publicity Assistant

According to the Department of Education and the Federal Work-Study Program, there must be a written job description on file for each work-study position. Please be clear and specific when writing your job description(s), as they must accurately reflect the tasks and nature of the work your student employee(s) will complete.

Position Classification Title: Marketing/Publicity Assistant

Assists departments and organizations with marketing and distributing various publicity/promotional items. May also organize and conduct special events that may include ticket sales, design and produce print publications, gather, interpret and disseminate information, communicate policies and issues to the public both verbally and in written form. Display flyers, posters, brochures, and remove them as they become outdated. May be required to program an electronic message center. Performs related tasks as assigned.

Student Learning Outcomes

As a result of development opportunities, training and work experience, student employees will be able to:

  • Participate in promotional activities, working with developers, advertisers, and production managers, to market products and services
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Enhance their time management, problem solving and, teamwork skills
  • Develop cognitive and interpersonal skills that are measurable and transferable
Position Classification # FWS Pay Rate Classification Summary
MPA 1 $8.00/hour No experience
MPA 2 $9.00/hour Some experience
MPA 3 $10.00/hour Vast experience and/or specialized skills/training