About the role#
The Social Media Assistant Student Clerk supports the Communications team by creating digital content, managing ambassador programs, and conducting strategy research. This position provides practical experience in social media management and content creation using tools such as Meta Business Suite, YouTube, Adobe Workfront, Microsoft Suite, and Google Analytics.
What you'll do#
- Create and schedule compelling social media content to grow the online presence.
- Research and analyze peer institutions to inform digital engagement strategies.
- Assist with the Social Hawks ambassador program, including email creation and testing.
- Support creative production by sourcing images, assisting with video editing, and participating in filming.
- Collaborate with Iowa Magazine on select storytelling projects.
- Contribute ideas and feedback during weekly team meetings.
What you'll need#
- Must be a current University of Iowa student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours during fall and spring semesters.
- Strong writing skills with the ability to accept and apply feedback.
- High level of accuracy, productivity, and the ability to work independently.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Prior experience with social media content creation is preferred.
- Please include 1 to 3 writing samples or stories that demonstrate your writing ability with your application.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- This is an on-site, paid, part-time role.
- Working hours are flexible, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- Expected commitment is 10 to 20 hours per week, with the opportunity to continue until graduation.
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