Communication Arts Graduate Assistant

Position Title Communication Arts Graduate Assistant

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Communications Arts Graduate Assistant is responsible for assisting in Department of Communication Arts media production, special projects, and more. The Graduate Assistant reports to the Communication Arts Department Chair.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Communication Arts Department Chair & supervising faculty with special projects, including data collection.
• Assist with content development and production of SMD social media.
• Adhere to all UIW branding standards, style guides and web standards.
• Understand and represent the mission and vision of Communication Arts, School of Media and Design, and the University of the Incarnate Word.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate in desktop publishing, Adobe Photoshop, etc.

• Ability to operate in video editing, Adobe Premiere.

• Ability to email marketing, photography, and social media development.

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders such as faculty, alumni, and students.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (InDesign, AfterEffects, Photoshop, Premiere, etc.).

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

• Employee shall adhere to applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

• Required Education

• Current UIW Communication Arts Graduate Student.

• Required Work Experience

• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, and social media development.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in media production and marketing.

• Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• None.

• Work Hours

• Monday through Friday 8am- 5pm.

• Physical Demands

• Ability to lift equipment, tools, and/or materials weighing up to 25 lbs. waist-high.

• Posting Details

• Posting Details

• Posting Number

• STU1668PO

• Number of Vacancies

• 1

• Job Type

• Part Time

• Job Category

• Students

• Desired Start Date

• 08/24/2026

• Multi-Hire Pool

• No

• Position End Date (if temporary)

• Reports to

• Communication Arts Department Chair (Darlene Carbajal)

Salary

Tuition Credit

Open Date 08/10/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

None.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Student Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current UIW Communication Arts graduate student in good academic standing?
• Yes
• No

Please describe your experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere and social media development.

(Open Ended Question)