Apply to Join Our Team
Thank you for your interest in joining the Promotions Office team!
Each position is unique — specifics including responsibilities and expectations can be found below. Ideal candidates for employment within the Promotions Office:
- Are passionate about their craft
- Want to grow and develop their skills
- Familiar with who we are & our work (design, video, photo)
- Interested in a future career in a specific or related role you are applying to work
Receive Notifications When Positions Open
Please note, we do most of our hiring for fall semester in February/March, but there are often a few open positions posted at other times during the year.
If you would like to receive an email notification when we post positions, fill out our form.
Hiring Notification Form
Open Positions
Hiring Timelines
Position |
Application Open |
Application Close |
Interviews |
Decision Made |
Posting Notes |
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Camera Operator |
Monday, March 17 at 8 a.m. |
Sunday, March 30 at 11:59 p.m. |
Week of March 31 |
Mid-April |
Candidates must graduate after December 2025. |
Cinematographer |
Monday, March 17 at 8 a.m. |
Sunday, March 30 at 11:59 p.m. |
Week of March 31 |
Mid-April |
Candidates must graduate after December 2025. |
All Marketing Team positions |
Wednesday, March 12 at 8 a.m. |
Sunday, March 30 at 11:59 p.m. |
Week of March 31 |
Friday, April 4 |
Video/Photo

Camera Operator
Operates the camera and aids in production for a variety of video productions.

Cinematographer
Operates the camera and works as the director of photography for a variety of video productions. This position requires prior experience with lighting.
Marketing
Note: All marketing hires will be shadowing our current Marketing Team members in April. Regular office hours will then begin at the beginning of the fall 2025 semester. There will be some opportunities to work regular office hours throughout the summer, but summer availability is not required.

Marketing Project Manager (OSL Marketing)
Manages marketing campaigns, helps strengthen and maintain the Office of Student Life brand, and collaborates on special marketing projects. This is a team lead position.

Social Media Coordinator (OSL Marketing)
Creates content for and maintains the Office of Student Life’s social media accounts.
Check out @GVSUStudentLife on Instagram to see what we've been up to lately!

Marketing Assistant (OSL Marketing)
Assists the marketing project manager with Student Life marketing projects and tables at various events on behalf of the Office of Student Life.

Digital Content Manager (DSA Marketing)
Assists with the editorial process of content, creative development, building, and the management of the weekly Division of Student Affairs newsletter. This is a team lead position.

Digital Content Assistant (DSA Marketing)
Writes and edits content for the Laker Weekly (Division of Student Affairs email newsletter sent to all GVSU students).
Closed Positions
Design/Admin

Graphic Designer
Responsible for designing and printing a wide variety of materials that are used to promote campus events and more. Manage project deadlines and get experience working with clients and vendors.
Office Assistant (formerly Campus Posting Assistant)
Supports the Promotions Office through front desk management, administrative tasks, and campus posting.
NOTE: This position requires work-study.
Video/Photo

Photographer
Provides high-quality photography services including: marketing content, specialized event coverage, formal headshots, and high-end portraiture on a project-by-project basis.
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Video Editor
Works to meet the advanced post-production and graphic animation needs of various client-based video projects. This position requires prior experience with After Effects.

Assistant Video Editor
Works to meet the post-production needs of various client-based video projects.

Production Designer
Oversees and directs the visual appearance of large scripted productions which includes: set dressing, wardrobe, and props.

Sound Mixer
Operates field recorders and various microphones on set during production and assist with audio editing when needed.

Video/Photo Project Manager
Works directly with clients as a producer to create videos that meet their unique needs for the campus community.

Assistant Video/Photo Project Manager
Assists with scheduling photo services, video pre-production, and office related work to accomplish projects that meet the unique needs of the campus community.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!
Graphic Design/Admin/Campus Posting
[email protected]
(616) 331-2340
Video/Photo
[email protected]
(616) 331-8692
Marketing
[email protected]
(616) 331-3474