MoveUP Marketing Student Leader

Job Summary
About MoveUP: MoveUP is a sustainability initiative at the University of Portland funded by the Oregon DEQs Reduce Reuse Reimagine grant (). The program supports the Universitys efforts to cut down on waste during move-in and move-out at both on- and off-campus housing. Each year MoveUP collects donates and redistributes usable itemsboth to students and local nonprofit organizationsto keep them out of the landfill. Through the MoveUP Marketplace students can also rent gently used mini fridges and microwaves for the school year at an affordable rate. By reusing and repurposing these goods MoveUP helps make dorm life easier and more affordable while building a more sustainable campus and community. More information about MoveUP can be found here . Position Overview: The Marketing Student Leader will assist in managing the program and oversee all marketing communications and outreach efforts for the MoveUP program. This leadership role offers a hands-on opportunity to shape sustainability messaging on campus and engage the student community in reducing waste. The position begins January 2025 with training and mentorship provided by current MoveUP leads through the end of the academic year. The Director of Marketing will lead creative campaigns manage digital and print communications and serve as a key ambassador for MoveUPs mission of sustainability and reducing campus waste.

Minimum Qualifications
Current 1st year 2nd year and 3rd year students Commitment: Up to 20 hours/week during high-demand periods (dead week finals week and fall move-in). 24 hours/week during regular semesters. Fully available for one full academic year on campus (hybrid summer 2026) . Skills & Traits: Proactive organized and creative communicator with strong time management. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting. Comfortable interacting with diverse groups (students faculty staff nonprofits). Willingness to assist with hands-on tasks during key MoveUP events including lifting and sorting items. Experience with Instagram Canva and basic website editing is required For your application please submit the following materials: Resume Cover Letter that includes: Why you are interested in joining MoveUP as the Director of Marketing. A challenge youve navigated your approach and how you adapted. An experience where staying organized was essential. Your availability for the academic year. Two Reference Letters Create a static promotional post promoting the spring donation drive. Use Canva Review MoveUPs Instagram to match the branding and style

Preferred Qualifications
Photography videography or content strategy experience is a plus.