Description

The Student Design & Marketing Assistant will support the communications and marketing efforts of the USF Office of International Admissions. This position focuses on creating visual and digital content that promotes USF to prospective international students and partners around the world. The assistant will collaborate with the Marketing Officer to execute design projects aligned with brand standards and recruitment strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about design and marketing who want hands-on experience with real-world projects.Minimum

• Currently enrolled USF student eligible for FWS or OPS employment
• Majoring in Advertising, Marketing, Mass Communications, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Basic knowledge of visual design principles (layout, typography, color theory)
• Strong attention to detail, creativity, and organizational skills
• Ability to follow brand guidelines and work within templates
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment

Special Skills Necessary:

• Ability to visually communicate ideas effectively
• Reliable, proactive, and open to feedback
• Capable of meeting deadlines and managing multiple design tasks
• Comfortable navigating digital tools and visual design platforms
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, professional environment

Standard Learning Objectives:

As a result of this position, the student will be able to:

• Demonstrate professional skills such as time management, communication, and accountability
• Understand how their creative work supports broader recruitment and marketing goals
• Receive and implement feedback to improve quality and impact of deliverables
• Build a portfolio of design work used in real-world university communications
• Apply classroom knowledge to practical, cross-cultural marketing contexts
• Develop and communicate a clear personal and professional brand

Additional Information for Applicants: Please submit cover letter and resume.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.The Student Design & Marketing Assistant may be asked to:

• Design visual content for social media, flyers, presentations, brochures, and other marketing channels
• Format and prepare digital and print materials using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Support the layout and visual consistency of recruitment assets
• Assist with content updates on internal platforms and digital asset organization
• Collaborate with the Marketing Officer and other staff to brainstorm creative concepts
• Perform basic copywriting or content editing when needed
• Ensure branding consistency across all materials
• Participate in special marketing initiatives or recruitment campaigns as assigned
• Support other communications tasks and administrative duties as assigned by the Marketing Officer