Media Studies Student Ambassador

The MA, Media Studies program is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Ambassador.  They serve as  the point of contact between the Program Director, Admissions staff, and prospective and admitted students.  They check a dedicated email to field questions about courses, viable lines of study and research, student life, etc.  Questions about admission policies, procedures, and requirements should be referred to the Office of Admissions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to emails sent to the ambassador account for the program.  It is expected that accounts will be checked a minimum of every other day.

• Upon request, the ambassador will meet with prospective students, either in person by phone or virtually, at a mutually convenient time. 

• Responsible for arranging class visits for prospective students who are interested in them. 

• Attend Open House/Information Sessions, including admitted student events, to provide information from the student’s perspective to prospective students (typically once per month). 

• Attend monthly ambassador meetings with Admissions point of contact.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current student in good standing at The New School.

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in communications work.

• Prior experience in news writing and/or digital publishing.

• Design skills for print and digital media.

WORK MODE

• Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely. #LI-DNI

Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr, 5 hrs a week

​We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

The Student Ambassador serves as a point of contact between the Program Director, Admissions staff, and prospective and admitted students by answering questions about the program and courses, viable lines of study and research, student life, etc.  They will refer questions about admission policies, procedures, and requirements directly to the Office of Admissions.