Position Title: Communication, Sound, and Media Arts Department, Student Assistant

Hours: 10 hours/week

Hourly Rate: $16.50; after January 2026, $17.00

Job Description: The department seeks a creative, resourceful, organized student with strong communication skills, social networking knowledge, writing ability, organizational skills, A/V and computer literacy. An interest in creative media is a plus, as well as knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, computer scanning, MS Excel, and Macintosh computers. Candidates should be comfortable with taking initiative, have the ability to handle multiple projects of varying natures simultaneously, and have a strong collaborative and team spirit.

The student will have a very strong role in the development of the department’s physical and online presence. S/he will participate in the creation of promotional literature (e.g., flyers, brochures, weblinks, and email lists) for the department’s guest lectures, movie series, and curriculum. The student will also take an active role in recording and/or photographing rehearsals, lectures, and performances, as well as participate in the installation and tearing down of art and video exhibitions and maintain the functionality of the computer labs.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.