On-Campus Opportunities and Local Part-Time Openings for Creative Arts, Media, and Marketing
This resource highlights ways to gain relevant experience in the Creative Arts, Media, and Marketing Career Cluster through on-campus positions and local part-time jobs. While the specific positions listed below were active at the start of the Fall 2025 semester, openings will change over time. Use this as a guide to see the types of roles you might pursue, and always check the official tools for the most current listings:
- On-Campus Student Employment Listings – includes Federal Work Study and hourly positions across departments, with filters for office, research, creative, and industry-specific opportunities.
- Local Part-Time Jobs – includes roles in retail, food service, and industry-specific positions. Tabs indicate bus accessibility and allow you to filter by job type. These positions are open to students and non-students alike.
- List of Job Boards/Websites that offer remote jobs or internships – includes websites that offer you to search for or filter by remote/virtual job or internship opportunities and websites dedicated to remote/virtual opportunities
Why these roles matter: Any employment, whether labeled “creative” or not, helps you develop transferable competencies such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. These skills are valued across industries and can strengthen your resume, CV, or internship applications.
Industry-Specific Highlights for Creative Arts, Media, and Marketing
Some examples of on-campus positions that align closely with this cluster include:
- Media Production Operator
- Graduate Digital Media Assistant
- Content and Events Coordinator
- Working Group Coordinator – Student Assistant
- Theater Technician – Anderson Center for the Performing Arts
- Athletics Video Board Operator
- Athletics Livestream Production Assistant
- Binghamton University Tour Guide
Examples of local part-time opportunities relevant to creative fields include roles like:
- Production Assistant
- Library Assistant
- School Photographer, etc.
Newly shared position: Content Creators:
Calling all Binghamton students! Are you interested in getting paid for recording videos of your daily life and perspective as a Binghamton student? Binghamton University has partnered with CampusReel to collect and share student stories, and we hope to see you participate.
This project-based micro-internship can be completed in 4-6 hours, and no video editing by you is required. CampusReel will give you prompts so you know what topics to record. In addition to being paid up to $200, you will gain resume-worthy professional experience.
Complete a quick application here! CampusReel will be in touch to schedule a recorded, virtual interview where you can get more details on the project and also share parts of your student story.
Want to know what it’s like to be a student creator for CampusReel? Check this video out!
Next Steps:
- Check the official listings regularly as positions open and close throughout the semester.
- Use our career center resources, including drop-ins, appointments, and the virtual career center, to maximize your applications and connect with guidance on crafting resumes, cover letters, and interviewing strategies.
- Consider all opportunities (both creative and non-creative) to strengthen your competencies and broaden your professional experience.
- If you are struggling to find on-campus/local opportunities, consider applying to part-time remote jobs. Opening your search to remote positions can increase your chances of employment and offer opportunities that may even offer more flexibility than the other location-based options.
Career Support
As you explore this resource, we encourage you to take advantage of everything available to support your career journey. Below, you’ll find the sources and contributors that made this guide possible, multiple ways to connect with our office for personalized career support, and some important reminders to keep in mind as you plan your strategy. Be sure to check them out, and remember, our team is always here to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
| Reminder | What This Means for You |
|---|---|
| Use Multiple Sources | Information about careers and education can vary depending on where you look. Try checking several websites and resources when researching anything related to your career development (for example: job outlooks, salaries, industry trends, graduate programs, or fellowships, etc.). This will help you get a fuller, more accurate picture of what employers or admissions committees are looking for. |
| Make Sure to Network | Talking directly with people associated with your career goals or the programs/companies you’re interested in can give you the clearest and most useful insights. Reach out to professionals, recruiters, alumni, or current students to learn what really matters in your field (for example: company expectations, hiring timelines, résumé preferences, graduate program requirements, etc.). Even within the same industry or graduate program type, different organizations and admissions committees may value things differently. Listening carefully to their guidance can help you put your best foot forward. |
| Use AI Ethically in Career Development | AI tools can be a great resource for brainstorming, polishing materials, or practicing interview questions (for example: outlining position description details to guide your documents, generating practice questions, etc.). But it works best when you use it thoughtfully and make sure the final work reflects your own skills and voice. Some employers and graduate programs may not allow AI, so always check instructions carefully. Think of AI as a helper, not a replacement—and remember, Career Consultants are happy to guide you on how to use it effectively! |
| Be Aware of Employment Scams | When searching for jobs or internships, it’s important to stay alert for potential scams—especially when exploring positions outside of Binghamton’s Handshake. Common warning signs include requests for personal or financial information upfront, job offers without interviews, or anything that seems “too good to be true.” To learn more about what to watch for, see real examples, and find out how to protect yourself or respond if you encounter a scam, check out Employment Scam Information – Binghamton University. Staying informed helps you pursue opportunities safely and confidently. |
Drop-ins: When classes are in session, Monday-Friday, from 12-4 p.m., you can visit our office to schedule a 20-minute drop-in with our staff.
Appointments: You can schedule your 30-minute career session on Handshake. These are offered all year and can be done virtually and in person.
Online Resources: Visit uConnect, our virtual career center that is always accessible to support your career needs.
Picture Source: Stock Photos
Website Sources: Special thanks to the organizations, industry experts, and thought leaders who share valuable career resources, research, and articles with the public. Your work provides important insights that support students’ career development.
- On-Campus Student Employment Listings
- Local Part-Time Jobs
- List of Job Boards/Websites that offer remote jobs or internships
- Thank you to our Student Employment Team
AI Assistance: Portions of this resource may have been developed with support from AI tools (such as ChatGPT by OpenAI or Gemini), used to help synthesize research, generate summaries, and refine formatting. All final content has been reviewed and customized for Binghamton University students.
