Department: College of Visual and Performing Arts

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 29 hours per week

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Salary: Anticipating $25/hour, commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

Film and Video Studies at George Mason University (Film at Mason) guides students in the creation, production, and post-production of fiction, documentary, and experimental films, as well as television, transmedia, and mobile and web content. Our interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts degree provides students with a foundation in film history, analysis, and theory; the business of the film industry; and independent and ethical filmmaking. Graduates go on to apply their skills on film sets, in corporate environments, and with community organizations. The Program supports a cohesive faculty and staff to carry out these objectives.

About the Position:

Film at Mason is seeking a temporary Marketing & Office Coordinator. The ideal applicant is a fast learner and a team player who has experience working in an office and possesses a strong knowledge of diverse social media channels. The successful candidate will assist Film at Mason in day-to-day operations, help with the scheduling of classes, respond to office inquiries, monitor and post on social media outlets, and provide logistical support during key department events.

Responsibilities:

• Answer telephone, take messages, and respond to inquiries;
• Manage department email inbox, including referring complex issues to appropriate contacts as necessary;
• Edit class schedules;
• Schedule meetings, reserve meeting rooms, and keep calendars up to date;
• Draft newsletters, announcements, and promotional materials;
• Prepare graphics for promotional materials;
• Create social media schedule and post content;
• Advertise events on listserv, email blasts, newsletter, and website;
• Collect paperwork and assist with upkeep of department databases;
• Assist with scholarship and award tracking; and
• Provide event support for Visiting Filmmakers Series and Mason Film Festival.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor?s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Strong sense of organization, with focus on details;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Capacity to collaborate with others, including working with undergraduate students;
• Ability to multi-task on projects, and be flexible and creative; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with George Mason University or another higher education work environment;
• Knowledge of Banner, Patriot Web, Course Leaf, 25Live, Emma, and Hootsuite.
• Strong background in basic design principles, style, and communication standards; 
• Ability to use graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva;
• Editorial, persuasive, and copywriting skills;
• Some interest in film studies; and
• Event organization and execution experience.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Marketing & Office Coordinator at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and provide a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript(s), and a list of three professional references with contact information.

Posting Open Date: January 26, 2024

For Full Consideration, Apply by: February 16, 2024

Open Until Filled?:  Yes

About George Mason University

George Mason University is a public, comprehensive, research university established by the Commonwealth of Virginia located in Northern Virginia, outside of Washington, D.C. Mason was initially founded as a branch of the University of Virginia in 1949, and became an independent institution in 1972. George Mason University is an innovative and inclusive academic community committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world.

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