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Communications and Marketing Assistant

10002296

Fairfax, VA

Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Opening on: Feb 21 2025

Closing at: Mar 7 2025 - 23:55 EST

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Department:

University Life

Classification:

GMU Worker

Job Category:

Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type:

Part-Time

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, up to 20 hours/week

Location:

Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type:

Hybrid Eligible

Salary:

$20 per hour

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

About the Department:

The mission of the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being (CWB) is to catalyze human well-being by promoting the science and practices that lead to a life of vitality, purpose, resilience, and engagement. As an interdisciplinary Center at George Mason University, we are dedicated to helping individuals and organizations thrive in a world of complexity and uncertainty. CWB offerings include programs and resources for students, faculty, and staff, along with executive education programs for organizations, agencies, and individuals.

About the Position:

The CWB is seeking a creative and responsible part-time hourly wage employee for the Communications and Marketing Assistant position. The maximum authorized hours of work for this position will be up to 20 hours per week. The Communications and Marketing Assistant will report to our Center's Communications Manager and work with our team on a diverse variety of communications and marketing projects to support the Center's work.

George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities:

Manage and grow the Center's Instagram and Facebook social media channels;

Assist with the Center's website and email database as needed;

Participate in on-campus student outreach events;

Design printed and electronic promotional materials to market the Center's events, student programs, and professional leadership programs;

Provide input on the marketing strategy and plan for the Center's professional certificates and courses;

Support marketing initiatives for the Center's events and programs;

Add event listings to the Center's website and Mason 360;

Participate in our Center's meetings; and

Other communications tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Experience managing social media for an organization;

Graphic design skills;

Experience with WordPress system software and Microsoft applications;

Organizational and execution skills;

Written communication skills;

Interpersonal skills and a positive mindset;

Attention to detail, integrity, and self-motivation;

Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously; and

Ability to work well independently and on a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in marketing, journalism, or related field;

Knowledge of well-being science;

Professional experience typically obtained in two years with social media management, especially with Instagram and Facebook;

Professional experience typically obtained in two years designing graphics and marketing collateral; and

Professional experience typically obtained in two years using WordPress content management system.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the

Communications and Marketing Assistant

at . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.

Posting Open Date:

February 21, 2025

Posting Close Date:

March 7, 2025