Social Media Assistant (FWS)

Topeka, KS (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Summary

You will own the end-to-end creation and coordination of campus social media content, from photos and videos to graphics, while coordinating coverage of events and developing short-form videos and on-camera content. You will collaborate with teams across campus to plan content calendars and stay on top of trends for engaging posts.

Own content creation and publication across social platforms
Coordinate event coverage and short-form video production
Collaborate on content calendars and trend research across campus

Job Description

Responsibilities

Content Creation: Develop and publish compelling content (photos, videos, graphics, captions) tailored for platforms like Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.
Event Coverage: Attend university events (some during evenings and weekends) to capture content showcasing campus life and student experiences.
Short-Form Video Production: Film and edit short-form videos using native platform tools or third-party applications such as CapCut, Edits or Adobe Premiere.
On-Camera Engagement: Appear in or narrate video content, demonstrating comfort and enthusiasm in front of the camera.
Content Planning: Collaborate with the social media team and departments across campus to brainstorm ideas and assist in developing content calendars.
Graphic Design: Create visually appealing graphics using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite to support social media posts.
Trend Monitoring & Audience Research: Stay informed about current social media trends, memes and cultural moments to keep content relevant and engaging.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when necessary.
Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned to support the Strategic Communications & Marketing department.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled Washburn University student and in good academic standing.

Preferred

Prior experience in creating social media content, particularly short-form videos.
Enthusiastic about representing and promoting Washburn University through creative content.
Actively engaged in campus life and student organizations, with strong awareness of current events, trends and culture at Washburn; Well-connected and in tune with what’s happening on campus.
Proficiency in using smartphones or cameras for high-quality photo and video capture; familiarity with editing tools like native platform tools, CapCut, Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong understanding of internet culture and content strategy. Up to date with the latest social media trends and platform features.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Washburn University

Located on a 160-acre campus in the center of Topeka, the capital of Kansas, Washburn University offers more than 200 programs leading to certification, associate, bachelor, master's and juris doctor degrees through the College of Arts and Sciences and the schools of Applied Studies, Business, Law and Nursing. Washburn's broadly-based liberal arts and professional education programs are enhanced by the tradition of an interactive relationship between campus and community.Since 1941, Washburn University has been continuously accredited or approved by the Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

Topeka, Kansas, USA

1.6K employees (93 in marketing)

www.washburn.edu