University Recreation Social Media Planner (Student Position)

Big Rapids, MI (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive campus social media content creation and real-time event coverage for intramurals, clubs, and wellness programs, with branding alignment and monthly analytics.

  • Own content creation across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X.
  • Must-have: Experience managing organizational social accounts and basic design skills.
  • Standout: Real-time event capture and monthly performance reporting.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create and publish engaging content (graphics, photos, videos, reels, stories) for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X.
  • Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with program schedules and marketing campaigns.
  • Attend events and programs to capture real-time content.
  • Monitor and respond to comments and messages in a professional and timely manner.
  • Track analytics and provide monthly performance reports with engagement metrics and growth insights.
  • Collaborate with program coordinators to promote intramurals, club sports, fitness and wellness events, special events, and facility updates.
  • Ensure all content aligns with university branding guidelines.
  • Stay current on social media trends and recommend new strategies to increase engagement.

Requirements

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience managing organizational social media accounts.
  • Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Express, or similar tools).
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  • Availability to work evenings or weekends for event coverage as needed.
  • Knowledge of social media analytics tools.
  • Photography and/or video editing experience.
  • Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related major.
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Ferris State University College of Business

The College of Business provides career-oriented programs, responsive to the changing needs of the business world. The College focuses on creating problem solvers as members and leaders of tomorrow’s workforce.

Founded in 1970
Big Rapids, Michigan, USA
29 employees (6 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
624.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
50.2%
Direct
43.8%
Referral
4.2%
Social
1.2%
Paid
0.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~29

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
4 (14% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2