About the role#
As a Social Media Brand Ambassador for University Residences, you will support our digital presence by creating content for current and future students, their families, and alumni. You will work under the direction of the Senior Brand Ambassador to build engagement and promote a positive image of University Residences. This role involves both creative content production and administrative tasks to ensure our social media strategy remains active and organized.
What you'll do#
- Create and post content, including photos and short-form videos like Reels and YouTube Shorts.
- Attend events such as move-in, welcome week, and various hall programs to gather content.
- Assist in planning social media contests and ongoing promotional campaigns.
- Schedule and publish content using platforms like Hootsuite or Meta Business Suite.
- Collaborate with the social media specialist and photography interns to refine our strategy.
- Propose new content ideas and share creative concepts with the team.
- Communicate progress and questions to the Senior Brand Ambassador while escalating concerns when necessary.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment as a student at Purdue University.
- Completion of at least one semester of college coursework.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple deadlines.
- Flexibility, dependability, and a high level of attention to detail.
- Willingness to accept direction and feedback on assignments.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred, as is prior experience in a student office position within University Residences.
Location & details#
- This position is located in West Lafayette, Indiana.
- Work is on-site.
- This is a part-time role requiring approximately 10 to 12 hours per week.
- The schedule may include days, evenings, and weekends.
- This position is paid.
About Purdue University
Purdue University is a public research institution based in West Lafayette, Indiana. Founded in 1869, it operates as an educational organization. The university employs over 25,000 people. It maintains a large campus presence with its primary administrative operations located at Hovde Hall.
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