Social Media and Marketing Student Assistant
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Job no: 548196
Department: Strategic Comms & Marketing
Work type: Student Assistant
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Excluded, Temporary, Marketing/Communications, On-site (work in-person at business location)
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- The Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing (MarCom) is seeking a creative and motivated student assistant to support social media and marketing efforts. This role offers hands-on experience in content creation, digital engagement and campaign execution. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has a passion for storytelling and understands social media trends. This opportunity is an excellent opportunity to experience a variety of areas of marketing, content writing and social media while working in a professional higher education setting.
- 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday
- Position available on or after May 27, 2025. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.
- Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist in planning, creating and scheduling content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).
- Capture and edit photos/videos for digital marketing campaigns and social posts.
- Support event marketing efforts, including on-site social media coverage and live updates.
- Write compelling captions and copy tailored to each platform.
- Engage with online communities by responding to comments, messages and mentions.
- Help monitor social media trends and analytics to optimize engagement.
- Perform administrative tasks related to social media and marketing projects.
- Collaborate with the MarCom marketing and social media team to brainstorm ideas and identify student stories, accomplishments and other opportunities to share and elevate student voices.
- Represent the MarCom team at campus-wide student resource events.
- Serve as a brand ambassador.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Photography or video editing skills are a bonus.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office software.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner with campus community contacts, including current and potential donors.
- Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
Required Qualifications:
- Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
- Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.
- Experience with social media platforms and content creation.
- Familiarity with social media content editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, CapCut, or similar).
- To be considered, qualified candidates must submit a completed Stanislaus State online employment application, cover letter, and resumé. Applications are accepted electronically only. Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration. To apply online, please click the “Apply Now” button on this page.
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