Assistant Advisor - Student Publications (Part-Time)

Job Summary

Provides support to the Advocate and Venture Magazine programs which foster the education and professional development of students. Collaborates with program participants and assists in the design, implementation, and evaluation of program initiatives.

Essential Duties

1. Assists with and supports the design, delivery, and evaluation of The Advocate and Venture Magazine programs. Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. 
2. Assists the student editors in all facets of content, print, and digital media operations. 
3. Assists with the planning and implementation of annual student media competition including, but not limited to, layout and design, news writing, feature writing, photography, multimedia reporting, and ethics.
4. Assists with submission of annual unit planning and year-end reporting including, but not limited to, list of participants, awards and honors received, summary of activities, and recommendations for improvements.
5. Maintains accurate inventory of school-owned equipment and materials; requests repairs to equipment as required, and requests approval for new purchases, including equipment and software, as needed.
6. Provides regular feedback to students on digital and traditional media submissions. Stays abreast of digital media and other emerging technologies, including training and support for students in the program. 
7. Assists with promoting, recruiting, training, and mentoring students in The Advocate and Venture Magazine programs. 

Additional Duties

1. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in writing, journalism, or related field
• One (1) year of experience as editor in chief or similar position at a publication
• Intermediate skills in Adobe Cloud suite, including Photoshop and Indesign
• Experience with managing video and broadcasting teams and social media

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with conflict management and leadership training 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to teach and foster leadership skills, including workshops and trainings
• Knowledge of graphic design principles and print buying 
• Effective organizational and project management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work in a team environment and complete tasks independently 
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations 
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and work with changing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to use a computer and appropriate software
• Ability to promote and advance an atmosphere of inclusiveness and collegiality, in addition to a workplace culture of equity, respect, and advocacy
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of students, faculty, staff, and the general public to assist students in planning and organizing education activities and programming
• Ability to communicate with students using a variety of communication tools including email, phone, and social media
• Ability to work with diverse student populations

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in both in person and virtual office environment. 

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting weight up to 25 lbs.

Salary Placement

Initial salary placement will be within the posted range or pay rate of the position and is based on applicable education and/or years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College and in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. Please include all relevant education and full and part-time experience (including unpaid and volunteer experience) in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past education and/or experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.

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