Festival Publicity Assistant (Jan-Apr 2027)

About the role

The Centre for the Arts, Office of Student Affairs (OSA-CFA) at the National University of Singapore is looking for a motivated Festival Assistant (Publicity) to support the planning and delivery of the NUS Arts Festival 2027, held from February to April 2027. The role focuses on publicity, website management and operational support, and runs from January to April 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the point of contact for student group enquiries about NAF publicity submission requirements, such as ticketing forms and programme booklets
• Collate and track publicity submissions from student groups
• Liaise with OSA Communications, the external design agency and CFA to refine, approve and distribute publicity materials
• Prepare the NAF social media and EDM calendar and coordinate scheduling and distribution with OSA Comms
• Adapt NAF branding and design elements for other festival collaterals, including signages for programme booklets and feedback forms
• Create social media and EDM content in line with the brand guide
• Coordinate the NAF wrap-up video with OSA Comms and archive photos and videos online with proper metadata and access settings

Required profile

• Excellent communication skills for working with NUS students, OSA staff, external agencies and vendors
• Strong administrative skills with meticulous attention to detail and documentation
• Proven ability to manage timelines, work proactively and handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong command of English, with clear writing and editorial judgement
• Flexibility with working hours during the festival, including evenings and weekends
• Prior NAF experience and knowledge of CFA processes are preferred

Required skills

• Strong design skills and ability to follow and adapt a brand guide
• Proficiency in Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro)
• Ability to create engaging social media content; familiarity with producing trendy reels is a plus