About the role#
The Game Development Administrative Assistant supports the Game Department Manager with daily operations. This Federal Work Study position helps students and faculty while assisting with administrative tasks. You will gain experience in department organization, customer service, and office operations.
What you'll do#
- Answer questions for walk-in students and faculty or direct them to the department inbox.
- Manage reception emails, including scheduling for staff and students.
- Update spreadsheets to track curriculum changes and semester projects.
- Design and update department flyers, posters, newsletters, and signs.
- Post flyers and maintain displays and exhibits.
- Complete other office duties or special projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive Apps, Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop.
- Familiarity with Outlook, Discord, Instagram, Facebook, and ArtStation.
- Basic computer skills.
Location & details#
- Location: 180 New Montgomery Street, Room 822, San Francisco, California.
- Pay: $19.61 per hour.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm.
- Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week, not to conflict with class schedules.
- Term: Rolling, from the start of your term through graduation.
- This is an on-site, part-time position.
About Academy of Art University
Academy of Art University is a private art and design institution based in San Francisco. Founded in 1929, it currently serves over 18,000 students across 21 areas of study. The university employs a faculty of industry professionals to teach degree programs ranging from associate to master levels. It is the largest accredited private art and design university in the nation.
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