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Student Assistant - Theatre Program Marketing

University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA, United States


Job Title and Details Job Title:

Student Assistant - Theatre Program Marketing

Location:

UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary:

Temporary

Full/Part Time:

Part-Time

Job ID:

296202

About Us Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation.

Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia—a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 16,000+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts.

UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities.

UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally.

Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

Job Summary Work 10‑12 hours per week creating marketing materials for the Theatre Program and its four‑show season of plays and musical. Materials include but are not limited to creating video trailers and podcasts, writing press releases, creating posters, flyers, programs, and posting on social media, and working on recruitment.

Required Qualifications

Must be a current University of West Georgia student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours of coursework in the semester.

Must have and maintain a 2.0 GPA.

Must have personal qualities of responsibility, integrity, patience, commitment, and be a strong and clear communicator.

Willingness to work collaboratively and well with others.

Strong writing and oral communication skills.

Ability to set and follow deadlines.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

May involve moving/lifting 25 lbs or more.

Preferred Qualifications

Taken ENGL 1101 & 1102.

Ability to take initiative and lead students to promote the program and its productions.

Preference will be given to theatre majors.

Positive and friendly attitude.

Ability to speak articulately about the Theatre Program to prospective students.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume with references

Cover Letter

Class Schedule

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Confidence in writing and speaking to prospective students.

USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75‑50).

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