Part time Marketing Assistant

About City University of Seattle:

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of the National University. We serve students regionally, nationally, and globally, reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students, we provide flexible, accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs, we are committed to expanding our student's knowledge, skills, and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community, promoting diversity, and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals.

Job Description:

Are you creative, organized, and eager to build real-world marketing experience in a collaborative academic environment? City University in Canada is seeking a motivated Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing team. This part-time role is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across digital and traditional marketing, while supporting initiatives that shape our brand and connect future students to our campus community.

The Marketing Assistant plays an important supporting role in brand awareness and student recruitment efforts, contributing to content creation, campaign coordination, events, and digital engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and publish engaging content across digital channels, including the website, social media platforms, and email newsletters.
• Support the execution of marketing and student recruitment campaigns by coordinating assets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Design and adapt marketing materials using Canva or Adobe tools (social graphics, flyers, brochures, presentations).
• Assist with maintaining and updating website content to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Organize and manage photo libraries, design files, and shared marketing assets.
• Track and manage promotional materials (swag), including preparation and distribution for events.
• Provide support for occasional in-person events or meetings on campus or at off-site locations.
• Assist with light video editing for social media and web use, such as trimming clips, adding subtitles, and applying basic transitions.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Current student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud (especially Illustrator and/or InDesign).
• Basic familiarity with WordPress and Eventbrite.
• Social media savvy, with an understanding of how to create engaging content for platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
• Comfortable using basic video editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere Rush, CapCut, iMovie, or similar).
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Additional Information:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use repetitive motion of hands/wrists.
• The employee must occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work is generally performed remotely with the requirements of necessary onsite support.

Salary:

CAD /hour. This is a part-time position (20 hours/week).

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and paid time off after one year; supplemental medical, dental, vision, and drug coverage; retirement savings plans with employer matching; and other workplace perks such as an employee recognition program, anniversary awards, and flexible work schedules.

Application Instructions:

City University of Seattle accepts applications through this online process only. For consideration, please submit a complete application packet. A complete application includes the following:

• Completed Electronic Application Form
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Once you have created a profile, please remember to record your password. Responses will be sent to your Interview Exchange account if you use the 'Help Desk' feature. A hiring manager will contact candidates with qualifications and experience most aligned with current needs. Once the position is filled, you will see a status update in your account profile.

If you encounter technical problems while applying for a position, please use the 'Help Desk' feature in your Interview Exchange account to submit the issue to technical support. For non-technical issues or questions, please email

City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.