STUB Programmer/ Publicist

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1 STUB Programmer/ Publicist Compensation: Stipend Position Time Requirement: hours per week $5,000/year (approx.) Scheduling is flexible Job Description Purpose of STUB To plan and implement a broad range of campus social programs and activities that reflects Christian values and builds community though campus traditions and contemporary community issues. - ASSP Constitution Bylaw Article V, Section 3 Who is STUB? STUB is made up of 8 current undergraduate students (6 Event Programmers, 1 Publicist, and 1 Director). STUB is supervised by the STUB Executive Director position and overseen by the ASSP Vice President of Campus Activities (VPCA) and the Campus Program Coordinator in the office of Student Programs as STUB advisor. What does STUB do? STUB plans and hosts several campus- wide events that carry out their purpose and mission throughout the academic year. STUB is responsible for these events from beginning to end from conception and proposal to execution and assessment. In the past, some of these events have included Big Party and Involve- O- Rama, Tradition, Talent Show, and HallowScream. STUB Position Descriptions The STUB Executive Director holds the primary responsibility of running and directing the Student Union Board. In addition, s/he oversees all office operations including the management of the STUB budgets. Responsibilities of the Director include but are not limited to: planning and facilitating STUB training, overseeing and managing the overall STUB event calendar, planning and facilitating staff meetings, weekly one on ones with programmers, meeting weekly with STUB advisor, event chair meetings, STUB development, maintaining a seat on the Student Leadership Development Committee, and event assessment. The STUB Publicist primarily coordinates and/or designs all of the various forms of publicity and programs for all STUB events. This can include social media, banners, fliers, ticket design, event favors, etc. In addition the publicist is charged with taking pictures throughout the year to document STUB events and STUB life. Secondary roles include supporting STUB Programmers in planning and implementing events. STUB Event Programmers are responsible for brainstorming, planning, and coordinating all STUB events throughout the year. Each STUB programmer will have the opportunity to chair one or multiple events, serving as lead to the entire STUB team in planning and implementing the program. Programmers should be skilled in the areas of organization, teamwork, project management, time management, design, and conflict resolution. Programmers are asked to set personal goals and to work on them throughout the course of the year.

2 Essential Responsibilities 1. Be present at all STUB events (set- up and tear- down), attend weekly staff meetings, weekly one- on- ones, event chair meetings, all workdays prior to events, both fall and winter training/retreats, and Leadership Conference and Celebration. In addition, there may be STUB development opportunities scheduled throughout the year that you are expected to participate in (approx. 1-2 per quarter). 2. Work collaboratively with other STUB members in designing, developing, and implementing events for the SPU community. 3. Work ten hours per week in the STUB office. Some weeks, such as event weeks, will require more time. Expect at least one Saturday workday for each event, particularly larger events. 4. Act as primary coordinator for at least two events. Responsibly manage event budgets for those events and effectively lead the STUB team in the design, development, and implementation of these events. 5. Communicate regularly with all STUB members and STUB advisor. 6. Maintain a minimum quarterly 2.5 GPA. 7. Abide by all SPU lifestyle expectations. See student handbook for more details. Qualifications Excellent organizational, problem solving and project management skills. Detail- oriented. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, while using discretion in decision making and sound judgment in the analysis of challenging situations. Working sense and practice of conflict resolution. Administrative skills, including budget management and use of Microsoft Outlook. Strong interpersonal skills, including strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to lift at least 20 lbs and stand/walk for several hours at a time. Publicist applicants should have experience in Adobe Design Suite, or an equivalent. STUB Application Process 1. Complete an application: Available April 1, Write a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the STUB position for which you are applying, as well as the contributions you will bring to this position. In addition please answer, in a separate document, the supplemental application questions at the end of this document. For assistance in writing your resume and cover letter, please go to the Career Development Center (2 nd Floor SUB). 3. Ask two people to complete a reference for you. These should be completed by April 12. One should be a faculty, staff or supervisor who knows you well who provides a written letter of reference in a sealed envelope. The other should be a PA, SMC or other student leader who knows you well, and completes an online reference at References Complete the application and submit all documents to the ASSP office by April Sign up for an interview time outside of Whitney Broetje s office (SUB 204) by April Get a better idea of what STUB does (and get seen by the selection committee!) by helping out at a STUB event. Contact Andrew VanNess at avanness@spu.edu to let him know you would like to help and for more information. 7. Attend your interview in April/May! Questions? For further information, please contact Toms Lee, the Vice President of Campus Activities at x2498 or assp- vpca@spu.edu; Andrew Van Ness, current STUB Executive Director at x2459 or avanness@spu.edu; or Whitney Broetje, STUB advisor & Office of Student Programs Campus Program Coordinator at x2831 or broetw@spu.edu.

3 STUB Selection Timeline March 11 April 1 April 10 April 12 April 15 April 19 April 19 April 22 May 3 Executive Director Applications available in STUB office or online STUB Programmer & Publicist applications available in the STUB office or online ASSP officer elections Executive Director applications due in ASSP office Executive Director interviews begin Executive Director selected STUB Programmer & Publicist applications due STUB programmer and publicist interviews begin STUB Programmers and Publicist selected STUB Supplemental Application Questions 1. Why do you want to be a part of STUB and what do you hope to learn/accomplish through this involvement? 2. What are three qualities you possess that will contribute to the success of the STUB team next year? Explain why these qualities are important and how they will relate to the work you will do with STUB. 3. If you could host a program for the entire SPU campus, what event would you choose to host and why? What would be the objective and/or goal of your program and how would you organize it? This is your opportunity to dream big, show us what you ve got! J Please turn in applications to ASSP Office no later than 4pm on Friday, April 26 th, If you have questions, please assp@spu.edu or call

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5 STUB Programmer/ Publicist Application Position Application Name: SPU ID#: Class Standing: Major: GPA: Mailstop/Address: Phone: Attachments: Please attach the cover page to the front of your application Please attach a professional resume of your work experience for the past four years. Please attach your answers to the questions in this packet. Please attach a cover letter expressing your interest in the position. Publicist Only: Please bring a selection of your design portfolio from the last four years to your interview. Personal references: 1- Academic, 1- Other (preferably past or current supervisor) 1. (Name) (Occupation) (Phone) 2. (Name) (Occupation) (Phone) Reference form: References13-14 Reference forms must be submitted on surveymonkey no later than the application due date. Please turn in applications to ASSP Office no later than 4pm on Friday, April 26 th, If you have questions, please assp@spu.edu or call