Part-Time Social Media Assistant

University Park, IL (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 6 days ago

Job Summary

Own the Transportation Services social media presence end to end, driving planning, content creation, community engagement, and analytics across platforms through the student worker period.

  • Develop and publish content across social channels
  • Monitor engagement and inform strategy with metrics

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create, schedule, and publish content across social media platforms.
  • Capture photos and create short-form video content for social media channels.
  • Write engaging captions and social media copy that align with Penn State brand standards.
  • Assist with planning, maintaining, and implementing the department's social media content calendar.
  • Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and direct messages, and engage with followers.
  • Analyze social media metrics and recommend strategies to improve engagement and performance.
  • Conduct market research, trend analysis, and peer benchmarking.
  • Design print and digital marketing materials to support programs, services, and events.
  • Assist with organizing and distributing promotional materials.
  • Represent Transportation Services at outreach events and promotional activities, as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Journalism, or a related field; or currently enrolled in one of these programs and available to work through at least the end of the Spring 2027 semester.
  • Creativity, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.
  • Experience with graphic design and content creation tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and video editing platforms.
  • Understanding of current social media trends, emerging platforms, and digital content best practices.
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
  • Ability to capture photo and video content in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings, including campus events and outreach activities.
  • Familiarity with Penn State brand standards and the ability to apply University and division brand elements effectively and creatively.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Journalism, or a related field; or currently enrolled in one of these programs and available to work through at least the end of the Spring 2027 semester.
  • Creativity, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.
  • Experience with graphic design and content creation tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and video editing platforms.
  • Understanding of current social media trends, emerging platforms, and digital content best practices.
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
  • Ability to capture photo and video content in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings, including campus events and outreach activities.
  • Familiarity with Penn State brand standards and the ability to apply University and division brand elements effectively and creatively.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
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Part-Time Social Media Assistant

Penn State University · University Park, IL · On-site