Responsibilities

• Write ad copy, press releases, and student and staff spotlight articles for public dissemination and use in College promotional material
• Update content on all College-sponsored social media platforms and website
• Conduct research interviews, take photographs, and edit press releases, social media, and web content
• Occasionally assists with or attends campus events as requested
• Assist in covering and promoting Logan Athletics Events
• Other duties as assigned. Duties must be performed on the John A. Logan College campus or designated location.

Requirements

• Must be an enrolled JALC student, with a minimum of 6 credit hours in the fall and spring semesters
• Must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA
• Have a high school diploma
• Have a FAFSA on file with the Financial Aid office
• Excellent writing skills (grammatical and conceptual)
• Possess diplomacy, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Must have strong organizational and presentation skills
• Basic knowledge of Intermediate Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills, Adobe Creative Suite; Associated Press writing style; competency in all social media platforms

Preferred

• Career aspirations in marketing, public relations, communications, journalism, sports journalism, integrated marketing, advertising, or design-related fields
• Experience with photography and videography
• Familiarity and interest in social media platforms and strategy
• Some journalistic experience
• Experience with WordPress or similar web content management systems

Benefits

• ✅ Flexible Hours: Designed to fit around your class schedule
• ✅ Convenient Location: Work right where you study
• ✅ Skill Development: Gain experience in customer service, organization, teamwork, and more
• ✅ Networking Opportunities: Connect with faculty, staff, and fellow students