Part-Time Communications & Digital Content Assistant

Responsibilities

• Photography & Videography: Capture compelling photos and videos of community engagement activities, events, and programs.
• Video Editing: Edit short-form videos using Adobe Premiere for social media, newsletters, and promotional use.
• Graphic Design: Design marketing materials using Canva templates to maintain brand consistency.
• Social Media Management: Assist in creating and scheduling content for social media platforms, ensuring engaging and relevant posts.
• Content Creation: Assist in developing engaging digital content for social media, newsletters, and web platforms.
• On-Site Engagement: Interact professionally with community members, students, and staff while documenting events.
• Administrative Support: Assist with organizing digital assets, updating content, and other communications tasks.

Requirements

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including writing, editing, and proofreading
• Self-motivated, strategic, creative, entrepreneurial, and energetic
• Flexibility and willingness to perform a wide range of tasks as necessary
• Problem-solving skills using sound judgment and professional discretion
• Strong work ethic and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred

• Knowledge of VCU policies and procedures related to communication
• Previous experience working with activities related to community engagement and community-based activities
• Comfortable and confident working with community members in various settings.
• Willing and comfortable capturing photographs and videos of people and community members in an engaging and respectful way.
• Experience in photography, videography, and video editing using Adobe Creative Suite..
• Strong design skills with familiarity in Canva.
• Experience managing social media content (Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, etc.).
• Strong time management and organizational skills to balance multiple projects.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and creative with strong communication skills.

Benefits

• All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.