We're Hiring!

Title: STUDENT: On-Call Marketing Events Assistant
VP Area: VP - Enrollment Mgmt and Marketing
Department: Marketing Department
Position Compensation: $11.50 - $13.00 / hour
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:
The On-Call Marketing Events Assistant will be part of the street team that supports the University's marketing and branding efforts. This flexible, on-call role is ideal for students who are enthusiastic, creative, and are looking for hands-on experience in marketing and event promotion. Availability on evenings, weekends, and during major campus events is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:
• Mascot Support: Act as or assist in escorting the University mascot during events, ensuring high engagement and safety.
• Content Creation: Assist with event photography and videography as needed.
• Event Support: Promote and assist at University events, ensuring an engaging and energetic presence.
• Brand Ambassadorship: Represent the University of Northwestern - St. Paul in a positive and professional manner during marketing efforts and public-facing events.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:
Required:
• Interest in marketing and event management
• Comfortable working as a mascot or supporting mascot activities (prior experience is a plus, but not required)
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Optional (Nice to Have)
• Photography and videography skills
• Experience with camera equipment

Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.