Description:

The Duquesne Athletics Digital Media Graduate Assistant assists with the overall production of creative content for the department, including:

1. creating compelling and engaging marketing content for social media,

2. assist with social media content planning and implementation for all sports,

3. capturing photo/video at home athletics events and practices

4. editing and contributing to a weekly coach’s show that airs on SportsNet Pittsburgh,

The ideal graduate assistant would possess a strong base knowledge of editing techniques while expressing an eagerness to learn about the many facets of media production. The position comes with a stipend and the expectation to work 25 hours per week (a combination of office hours and game day responsibilities).

Responsibilities:

• Produce highlight packages

• Assist with the regionally broadcast, weekly Coach’s Show (set/strike assistance, camera operation, and provide editing support to the Assistant Director of Creative Content & Productions)

• Aid in the production and editing of media content for all Duquesne athletic teams • Research and contribute to social media content calendar

• Attend and actively contribute to weekly Creative Media Team meetings

• Capture and archive gameday cinematic content

• Perform related duties as assigned

Criteria for success

- Demonstrates a strong understanding of marketing plans and strategy bringing plans from creation to implementation

- Innovative, creative and energetic personality that will recommend and implement new ideas - Strong focus on social media engagement

- Ability to problem solve, manage multiple tasks, adhere to deadlines, and prioritize work

- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

- Strong desire to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities

- Ability to receive feedback from colleagues to ensure well-thought-out and executed plans

- Willingness to work extended hours beyond the typical business day, nights and weekends throughout the academic year

Expected Skills:

• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite with a strong focus in Premiere Pro

• Knowledge of basic DSLR Camera operations and sports videography/ photography

• Knowledge of lighting techniques and their application

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (digital media, event production, video editing/production)

- A portfolio that exhibits editing, production and lighting techniques (NO ONE WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT A PORTFOLIO)

- Enrollment in a graduate degree program with preference given to students enrolled in the Media Department (Duquesne Media will fund up to six (6) credit hours in the fall and spring semesters)

- Strong interpersonal, creative and communication skills are essential, including the ability to communicate in writing

- Ability to communicate and adhere to University, Atlantic 10 Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, rules and regulations

Conditions of Employment

- Complete 25 hours of office work per week

- A commitment of two years and must be available during breaks (10-month appointments each year from August 1 – May 30 with the opportunity for summer work hours)

- Appointment is based on acceptance into a Duquesne University Master’s Program

• Up to six (6) credit hours per semester will be paid for by Duquesne Media, if admitted to the MFA Program in Media Arts and Technology
• A stipend will be provided for both the fall and spring semesters by Duquesne Athletics

- Maintain a minimum cumulative and semester GPA of 2.5

- Maintain full-time enrollment in a master’s program

- Assistantship begins on August 1, 2026, and concludes on May 31, 2027 (contingent upon a one-year renewal). Should a GA leave sooner the stipend will be pro-rated to reflect the actual date of departure.

- GA must seek managerial approval to participate in academic-related programs external to the athletic department (internships, part-time jobs, etc.)

- Outside employment is acceptable but cannot interfere with GA responsibilities. It is recommended to discuss any external employment with a manager before committing to the role.

To apply, please send a resume, portfolio, cover letter and two references to lewandoskih@duq.edu. Applications missing any of the required components will not be considered.

About Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit

Duquesne University is a private, coeducational university located on a bluff above downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1878 as a Catholic college by the Order of the Holy Spirit, Duquesne is the largest and most comprehensive Catholic university in Pennsylvania, and the only Spiritan institution of higher education in the world. Duquesne is consistently ranked among America's top Catholic universities for its award-winning faculty and a tradition of academic excellence. A coeducational university on a self-contained campus with dramatic views of Pittsburgh's skyline and rivers, the university has students representing nearly every state in the union and 80 nations. Duquesne has a 14:1 student/faculty ratio, and 87 percent of incoming freshman are drawn from the top half of their high school class. Duquesne offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in natural and environmental sciences, leadership, business, nursing, health sciences, pharmacy, law, education, music, and the liberal arts. Duquesne University offers 6 men’s and 11 women’s varsity sports, including NCAA Division I Basketball, (Atlantic 10 Conference), and Division I-FCS football (Northeast Conference). Learn more about our athletics programs at GoDuquesne.com.

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