Marketing Assistant - Graphic Design (12-month)

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The Division of Housing and Ancillary Services is committed to providing a first-class experience in the areas of housing, hospitality services, and retail services for undergraduate/graduate students and their families, staff and faculties at the Western communities, while supporting the academic mission of the University and ensuring profitability and cost effectiveness of the operation. https://has.uwo.ca/

The goal of Marketing and Communications is to reach our defined audience to influence their behaviours by informing, persuading and reminding. We build brand awareness, encourage ‘trial’ and engagement, and maintain customer satisfaction by reinforcing brand benefits, communicating new service/products, and listening to their feedback. We build and reinforce relationships with current and future students, their families, staff, faculty, alumni, as well as other stakeholders. Some key elements of Marketing and Communications initiatives include but not limited to print and digital advertising, media relations, event marketing, direct marketing (mass email), promotion and sponsorship, etc.

Responsibilities

The Marketing Assistant - Graphic Design will assist in graphic design for the Division of Housing and Ancillary Services

Time Commitment

This role will require a commitment of 35 weekly hours from May to August, then 10-15 weekly hours from September to April.

Responsibilities

• Primarily support in the design and development of marketing materials, including but not limited print and digital ads, posters, brochures, billboards, videos, website, etc.
• Attend events and assist in capturing visual assets as needed
• Assist in staging and capturing product photography for the food services and the bookstore
• Conduct market research regarding other schools’ marketing initiatives, visual presentation
• Review existing marketing initiatives, organize focus group discussion, collect feedback
• Assist in special projects in marketing and communications as required
• The incumbent will take design guidance from the Digital Communication Specialist, and work productively and courteously with other members within the Division

Qualifications 

Education:

• Currently enrolled at Western University and planning to return for full-time studies in the 2026–27 academic year
• Enrolment in the Visual Arts or Media and Information Technology (MIT) programs is preferred

Experience:

• Previous work experience in an administrative environment
• Previous design work experience using professional design software would be an asset

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Advanced computer skills with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom), Final Cut or Adobe Premiere, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write in both marketing and journalistic style
• Reliable and dependable with the ability to consistently work assigned schedule
• Ability to follow processes and practices with high attention to detail
• Demonstrates integrity and works in accordance with Western's policies and procedures
• Ability to multi-task, to prioritize and maintain an organized work environment,
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements as applicable 

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application.  In addition, please include a cover letter and current resume. If available, please also submit a design or photography portfolio in your application (Instagram account, Google Drive, etc., are acceptable)

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications.  Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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