Communications Assistant

2 weeks ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time
Overview

The Communications Assistant will support the Youth & Innovation Project (YouthInn) in its goal of using research findings to inform youth-focused public policy, funding, and programs by conceptualizing and designing various graphic and written products.This position will support YouthInn's advancement of UW as a leading centre for research and knowledge mobilization on the positive social, environmental and economic impact young people, 15 to 25 years old, have on organizations, communities and systems.

Term: 9 months

Responsibilities

Communications

  • Develops visually compelling designs for YouthInn's website, press releases, newsletters, infographics, social media graphics, and other digital assets
  • Assists with developing storylines for YouthInn's website, infographics, press releases, newsletters, and other text-based products
  • Supports the redesign of YouthInn's website
  • Assists in the development of the branding strategy for YouthInn based on the University of Waterloo's branding guidelines.

Administration

  • Completes administrative tasks related to communications and government relations including basic research and organizational tasks
  • Documents all processes used to ensure activities can be repeated in future
  • Performs other related tasks as required
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, web design, digital media, or related field
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design tools such as Canva, and MailChimp
  • Experience with motion graphics and animation techniques is an asset
  • Strong understanding of web design principles, HTML and CCS
  • Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, layout, color theory and accessible designs
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Highly organized with excellent time management skills to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent attention to detail, organized and proven track record of accuracy
  • Knowledge of and interest in youth engagement and/or youth employment is an asset
Equity Statement

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the

Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at or , ext


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