Visual Communications Assistant – Bookstore, E-Commerce Team (Auxiliary)
Visual Communications Assistant – Bookstore, E-Commerce Team (Auxiliary)
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Job Category
CUPE 116Job Profile
CUPE 116 Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2Job Title
Visual Communications Assistant Bookstore E-Commerce Team (Auxiliary)Department
Ecommerce Bookstore Student Housing and Community ServicesCompensation Range
$27.24 - $29.82 CAD HourlyPosting End Date
September 30 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
April 30 2026At UBC we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research innovation and learning for all faculty staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the E-Commerce & Digital Card Manager the Visual Communications Assistant produces compelling visual assets for the UBC Bookstore. The role strikes a balance between creative freedom and brand standards ensuring that every image and video enhances the Bookstores online presence and fosters engagement with the UBC community.
This is an excellent entrylevel opportunity where the successful candidate will gain experience in studio and lifestyle photography alongside design and video production for retail.
Organizational Status
Reports to the E-Commerce & Digital Card Manager within the UBC Bookstore. Works in coordination with the Senior Digital Content and Marketing Manager for Student Housing and Community Services (SHCS) and Marketing Specialist for SHCS. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work collaboratively across multiple departments including Marketing Buying and the Bookstore management team.
Work Performed
Photographing merchandise in both studio and lifestyle settings following project briefing sessions and under provided creative direction from the E-Commerce team.
Retouching photos and preparing image variants using Adobe Creative Cloud tools or Capture One.
Filming and editing short-form video for digital platforms.
Assisting the E-Commerce team with photoshoot logistics with responsibility to keep shot lists on track.
Maintaining an organized digital asset library with clear file naming metadata and alt text for accessibility.
Designing static and animated promotional graphics for the bookstore website email newsletters in-store screens and social media platforms. Using template files and under direction from established brand guidelines.
Performing other related duties as required.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Works within well-defined guidelines and procedures but exercises judgment in establishing priorities and carrying tasks through to completion.
Supervision Received
Works under general supervision in carrying out familiar duties and responsibilities; receives instructions during orientation and on subsequent new assignments or changes in procedures.
Supervision Given
None.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives including perspectives in conflict with ones own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing ones own awareness knowledge and skills related to equity diversity and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Experienced in photography
Interest in e-commerce
Experience in HTML and CSS an asset
Proven experienced in Creative Cloud and/or Figma
Demonstrates organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work within tight deadlines
Ability and willingness to work both independently and with bookstore colleagues
Employment Type
Part-Time
