Work-Study: Marketing and Public Relations Assistant

Job Posting Title:

Work-Study: Marketing and Public Relations Assistant

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Hiring Department:

Jack S Blanton Museum of Art

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

19

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snøhetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum’s role in the community.

There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve.  With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.

Benefits eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services available to the University of Texas at Austin employees.  Blanton staff also have access to complimentary admission to the museum, selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store. 

The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents.  No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community.  We invite you to view and apply for this exciting opportunity.

Purpose

The Marketing and Public Relations Assistant will provide critical assistance to the Blanton Museum of Art’s marketing team through research, campaign coordination, and benchmarking to identify growth opportunities and strengthen outreach efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing public relations and advertising initiatives, including drafting media lists and coordinating placements.
• Conduct benchmarking and audience research to evaluate campaign effectiveness and identify opportunities for growth.
• Research local media outlets, corporate sponsorship prospects, and community partners to support advertising and PR strategies.
• Organize collected data and prepare reports for the marketing team to inform decision-making.
• Provide general administrative support for campaigns, events, and communications as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Documentation of participation in Work-Study program

• UT student currently pursuing a degree

• Excellent writing, editing & proofreading skills

• Ability to conduct, track, and document research

• Creative, motivated & strategic thinker

• Ownership of a personal laptop

• Ability to work on-site and remotely (on-site day options are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Salary Range
$18.00/hour

Working Conditions

• Standard Office Environment

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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