Peer Assistant, Graphic Design & Content Creation

Details

Open Date 05/05/2026

Requisition Number PRN17027N

Job Title UU Student - Admin/Clerical

Working Title Peer Assistant, Graphic Design & Content Creation

Career Progression Track SJ

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 15

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Ability to work up to 15 hours/week, occasional evenings or weekends for special events

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 02074 - Intl Student and Scholar Srvcs

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $15.00

Close Date 08/04/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

International Student & Scholar Services ( ISSS ) is looking for a creative and motivated University of Utah enrolled student to join our team as a Peer Assistant for Graphic Design & Content Creation. This role is perfect for students passionate about graphic design, storytelling, video production, digital marketing, and connecting with people. As a Peer Assistant, you’ll help promote the events and programming of the office by sharing the stories of international students and highlighting the work of ISSS through creative designs, engaging social media content, photography, and video production. You’ll also support our front desk team with clerical tasks and event assistance, gaining professional skills that blend marketing, content creation, and student services. This is a part-time, on-campus role (up to 15 hours/week) with opportunities for professional development, creative expression, and leadership.

Why Join ISSS ? This role is more than a campus job—it is a chance to:

• Build your portfolio with professional video and social media content.

• Develop marketing, communication, and administrative skills valued across careers.

• Gain hands-on experience working in a varied, global environment.

• Play an important role in welcoming and supporting international students and scholars at the University of Utah.

Responsibilities

Social Media & Digital Content

• Create and schedule photo, video, and written content to promote ISSS events, programs, and services.

• Stay up to date on social media trends, platforms, and best practices.

• Engage with followers by responding to comments/messages and connectingwith other campus accounts.

• Track analytics and provide monthly reports with insights and recommendations.

Video & Storytelling

• Plan, film, and edit creative videos in collaboration with ISSS staff.

• Showcase student experiences, campus events, and ISSS initiatives through storytelling.

• Ensure content aligns with University of Utah branding guidelines.

Front Desk & Administrative Support

• Greet and assist students, staff, and faculty in the ISSS office.

• Answer phones, emails, and direct inquiries appropriately.

• Provide clerical support (data entry, scanning, e-forms, filing) for immigration processes.

• Assist with event preparation, tabling, and representing ISSS at campus events.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

• Must be a current, enrolled University of Utah student.

• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).

• Skills in graphic design, videography, social media management, or photography (Working knowledge with tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar is a plus).

• Comfortable working both behind and in front of the camera.

• Strong customer service and communication skills; enjoys working with people from multiple backgrounds.

• Ability to work up to 15 hours/week, including occasional evenings or weekends.

Special Instructions Summary

Please email two samples of your video/creative work to liz.hammond@utah.edu

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .

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