Student Graduate Assistant - NTC Events for Newcomb Tulane College

The NTC Events Graduate Assistant (GA) supports the Director of NTC Events in the planning, development, promotion, evaluation and execution of NTC Signature and Premiere events held throughout the year. The GA will gain hands-on experience in event management, graphic design, marketing support, and administrative operations while contributing to the success of campus events. Primary duties will include: 

Data Collection & Analysis: Collect, organize, and analyze event-related data to assess effectiveness, identify trends, and support data-informed decision-making for NTC events and initiatives.

Graphic Design/Material Production: Create, edit, and produce event-related marketing and promotional materials in collaboration with the NTC Marketing & Communications team, including:

• WaveSync graphics

• Posters and flyers

• Social media content

• NTC and LBC digital signage

• Event program booklets 

• Event Posters, etc.

Event Support: Assist with event setup, on-site operations, and post-event breakdown to ensure successful event execution.

Equipment & Inventory Maintenance: Maintain organization of the NTC Events equipment closet, monitor inventory levels, analyze usage, and provide support for equipment request fulfillment, distribution, and tracking as needed.

Administrative Duties: Support day-to-day office operations

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience in event planning, logistics, and execution through participation in high-profile campus and community events

• Practical experience creating marketing and promotional materials using industry-design standards and branding practices

• Exposure to project management processes, including event timelines, vendor coordination, inventory management, and operational planning

• Develop practical skills in survey design, data collection, analysis, and reporting.

• Opportunities to develop professional skills in communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork.

• Mentorship from NTC staff and experience working collaboratively with university departments.

• A portfolio of graphic design and event-related projects that supports future internship and career opportunities.

• Create portfolio-ready assessment projects and reports that demonstrate analytical and research capabilities

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Current Tulane University undergraduate student in good standing with the university

• Self-motivated individual with strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, and related applications), Microsoft Office, survey tools, spreadsheet, and basic data reporting methods

• Experience with social media platforms

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

• Familiarity with Tulane University and NTC branding guidelines

• Strong organizational skills and time management skills

• Ability to interpret information and communicate findings in a clear and actionable manner

• Keen eye for detail

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to perform frequent physical work such as climbing stairs, sustained activity, lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds, moving, and bending.

Position Details:

• Part-time position (20 hours per week)

• Work schedule determined based on student availability*

• Reports to the Director of NTC Events

*Flexibility required due to event schedules

Data Collection & Analysis: Collect, organize, and analyze event-related data to assess effectiveness, identify trends, and support data-informed decision-making for NTC events and initiatives.

Graphic Design/Material Production: Create, edit, and produce event-related marketing and promotional materials in collaboration with the NTC Marketing & Communications team, including:

• WaveSync graphics

• Posters and flyers

• Social media content

• NTC and LBC digital signage

• Event program booklets 

• Event Posters, etc.

Event Support: Assist with event setup, on-site operations, and post-event breakdown to ensure successful event execution.

Equipment & Inventory Maintenance: Maintain organization of the NTC Events equipment closet, monitor inventory levels, analyze usage, and provide support for equipment request fulfillment, distribution, and tracking as needed.

Administrative Duties: Support day-to-day office operations

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Current Tulane University undergraduate student in good standing with the university

• Self-motivated individual with strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, and related applications), Microsoft Office, survey tools, spreadsheet, and basic data reporting methods

• Experience with social media platforms

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

• Familiarity with Tulane University and NTC branding guidelines

• Strong organizational skills and time management skills

• Ability to interpret information and communicate findings in a clear and actionable manner

• Keen eye for detail

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to perform frequent physical work such as climbing stairs, sustained activity, lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds, moving, and bending.