Media and Public Relations Student Assistant

The Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) is looking for a student assistant with strong writing, editing and research skills to assist with media and public relations activities. This paid student assistantship requires professionalism and demonstrated excellence in news judgment, writing and editing. The position offers the opportunity to develop and improve skills in media/public relations and experience in alumni relations. The position is part of the Marketing and Communications department, and will begin in Summer 2008.

Hours: 10-20/week (flexible; some morning hours may be required)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead daily research and development of online news clipsheet
  • Assist in writing, editing and researching WAA news releases and related materials
  • Assist in maintenance of online WAA Newsroom
  • Assist in research, production and maintenance of news media database
  • Assist in research, production and maintenance of WAA experts list
  • Assist in research and execution of WAA public relations and marketing projects
  • Collaborate with student assistants in state relations, marketing and research, student outreach and lifelong learning
  • General administrative duties, as needed

Skills, Training and Experience Required:

  • Demonstrated excellence in news judgment, writing and editing
  • Knowledge of UW-Madison and appreciation for fields of media, public and alumni relations
  • Availability during weekday business hours
  • At least one year remaining as a UW-Madison student

Preferred:

  • Basic understanding of html
  • Experience with database software
  • Availability during summer and winter breaks
  • Knowledge and appreciation of Wisconsin Alumni Association
Send resume and 2-3 news or marketing writing samples in PDF format to:

Kate Dixon, Media and Public Relations Specialist
kdixon@uwalumni.com or
Wisconsin Alumni Association
650 N. Lake St.
Madison, WI 53706

WAA will accept applications until 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2008, or until qualified candidates are identified.