About the role#
The ENVS Social Media Support role manages the department's Instagram presence and produces a monthly e-newsletter. You will collaborate with faculty and students to source content that highlights department research, teaching, and community events. This is a part-time position requiring 10 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Maintain a consistent posting cadence for the feed, Stories, and Reels.
- Plan a monthly content calendar, draft captions, and select or edit visual assets.
- Schedule posts and monitor comments and DMs.
- Track basic analytics and provide brief monthly summaries.
- Work with a faculty supervisor to collect photos, updates, and announcements.
- Obtain image permissions and ensure content meets accessibility standards.
- Compile and publish a department newsletter using a provided template.
- Maintain a simple content tracker and proofread materials for accuracy.
- Provide light coverage of on-campus events.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an American University undergraduate in good academic standing.
- Strong written and visual communication skills with a focus on concise caption writing.
- Experience with Instagram, including posting, Stories, Reels, tagging, and alt text.
- Proficiency with design and scheduling tools like Canva or Adobe.
- Excellent organization and time management to hit recurring deadlines.
- Professionalism and comfort coordinating with faculty, staff, and students.
Location & details#
- Location: Main Campus, Washington, DC.
- Employment Type: Part-time, 10 hours per week.
- Salary: $18.40 per hour.
About American University
American University is a higher education institution based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1893, the school holds a charter from Congress with a focus on public service. It operates several academic divisions including the School of Public Affairs and the Washington College of Law. The university employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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