Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.
As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.
We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.
Competition ID: 4834
Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 1
Salary Information: Student Assistant Pay Scale
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Travel Frequency: Employee Group: Student Assistant
Days of Work (BCGEU): Hours of Work (BCGEU): Hours per Week (BCGEU):
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
This position reports to the Manager, Brand and Marketing Operations within the Marketing department.
Summary
The Marketing Student Assistant (Creative Studio) supports the development of creative products and branded experiences that celebrate and promote Kwantlen Polytechnic University while providing meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities.
Working collaboratively with the Marketing department and, where appropriate, faculty members and technical staff across the University, the Student Assistant will contribute creative ideas, concepts, prototypes and finished products that represent KPU's brand and enhance the student experience.
Projects will be tailored to the successful candidate's area of study, creative strengths and available hours. Depending on the student's discipline, projects may include product design, apparel, illustration, ceramics, woodworking, textiles, digital fabrication, packaging, print design, photography, visual art, or other creative works that support the University's marketing initiatives.
This position provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while building a portfolio of real-world work that may ultimately be produced, displayed or distributed by KPU.
This position is reserved for KPU Students only.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Marketing department to develop creative concepts, products and experiences that support the KPU brand.
- Design, prototype and refine unique products and merchandise for use in student recruitment, events, alumni engagement, donor recognition and other University initiatives.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas that showcase the creativity and diversity of the KPU community.
- Work with faculty members, instructors and technical staff to utilize specialized equipment, studios and fabrication spaces where appropriate.
- Prepare concepts, prototypes and production-ready files for review and approval.
- Incorporate feedback throughout the creative process while maintaining project timelines and quality standards.
- Research emerging trends in product design, sustainability, university merchandise and creative experiences.
- Assist in documenting creative projects for marketing, promotional and portfolio purposes.
- Support the presentation or showcasing of completed work through University events, retail opportunities and other marketing initiatives.
- Represent KPU professionally while collaborating with students, faculty and staff across multiple disciplines.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a diploma, degree or trades program at KPU.
- Demonstrated creativity through coursework, portfolio, personal projects or previous experience.
- Interest in design, product development, fabrication, creative technologies, fine arts, trades or other creative disciplines.
- Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to receive and apply constructive feedback throughout an iterative design process.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Reliable, self-motivated and detail oriented.
- Experience with creative software, tools, equipment or production methods relevant to the student's discipline is considered an asset.
WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING
This position is designed to provide students with meaningful hands-on experience by contributing to real marketing initiatives while developing professional skills and industry-ready portfolio pieces. Students will gain experience collaborating with stakeholders, managing creative projects, presenting concepts, responding to feedback and developing products that have the potential to become part of KPU's brand and campus experience.
SALARY INFORMATION
Student Assistants Are Paid As Per The Following
- Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage
- One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
- With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%
Total Rewards
As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!
Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.
Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.
Note to Applicants
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
