Marketing & Communications Assistant

Grand Forks, ND (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 5 days ago

Job Summary

Own outbound messaging by creating and curating content across publications, social media, and campaigns, while collaborating with teams to ensure branding, accuracy, and impact; use data to optimize campaigns and stay current with digital trends.

  • Lead content development across channels
  • Help evaluate and refine campaigns using metrics

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create and curate compelling content for publications, press releases, website updates, social media, email campaigns, and other marketing materials.
  • Develop a strong understanding of the organization’s mission, values, and programs to ensure all communications are accurate and aligned.
  • Support brand consistency by following established branding guidelines and reviewing materials for clarity and quality.
  • Collaborate with staff to brainstorm and develop creative content ideas that align with marketing and outreach goals.
  • Assist in planning and evaluating communication campaigns, using data to measure performance and suggest improvements.
  • Help manage social media platforms by scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and identifying ways to enhance reach and impact.
  • Stay up to date on current trends and best practices in digital communication and social media.

Requirements

  • Current UND student, sophomore status or higher
  • Major in business, communication, graphic design, or a related field
  • Relevant experience through coursework, student organizations, or prior work
  • Expected graduation no earlier than May 2028
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
  • Initiative and willingness to learn new tools
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media platforms
  • Creativity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred

  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign)
  • Experience with social media management tools or email marketing platforms (such as Constant Contact)
  • Portfolio of writing, social media, or design work
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University of North Dakota

The University of North Dakota is the state's flagship institution, with more than 14,000 students and 225+ online and on campus fields of study.UND is increasingly regarded as one of the top institutions in the nation for educational quality, affordability and career outcomes.

Founded in 1980
Grand Forks, North Dakota, USA
4.9K employees (94 in marketing)

Funding

Total Funding
$22.3M
Last Raise
$1.3M
Grant, 1 years ago

Funding History

  • Dec 2024
    Grant • $1.3M
  • Sep 2023
    Grant • $100K
  • Sep 2023
    Grant • $3M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$158.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
43.7%
Direct
49.1%
Referral
5.9%
Social
0.7%
Paid
0.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~4.9K

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Marketing & Communications Assistant

University of North Dakota · Grand Forks, ND · On-site