Student Assistant -ORSP-Marketing and Communications
- Employer
- Sam Houston State University
- Location
- Huntsville, TX
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Communications & Marketing
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
202500344ST
Title:Student Assistant -ORSP-Marketing and Communications
Employee Class:Student Employee
College Work Study Position:No
Department:Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP)
Division:Division of Academic Affairs
Hours per week:15-20
Hiring Rate:$12.00 per hour
Preferred Student Classification:Sophomore or Junior
Nature & Purpose of Position:The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) is seeking a creative, detail-oriented student to support its communications and social media efforts. This role is ideal for a student interested in marketing, digital communications, public relations, or social media strategy, and who is excited to promote the research and scholarly achievements happening across SHSU.
The student will assist with promoting faculty research, internal grant programs, events, and initiatives by developing engaging digital content for ORSP’s social media channels. They will help connect ORSP with faculty, students, and the wider community by supporting communication efforts across platforms. This is an on-campus position with occasional attendance at ORSP-hosted events required.
Primary Responsibilities
· Develop engaging digital content that can be shared across various social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn)· Assist in planning, creating, and editing visual content (graphics, photos, videos)· Write and edit short form copy for social media, flyers, and web content· Assist in tracking social media metrics and engagement insights· Take photos and/or videos at campus events or research presentations· Help maintain a consistent tone and voice across ORSP platforms· Support other communication and office initiatives as needed
Preferred Skills & Experience
· Strong writing, proofreading, and storytelling skills· Familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.)· Basic photo and/or video editing skills (CapCut, iMovie, etc.)· Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, etc.)· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Must be a full-time, degree-seeking student (Communications, Graphic Design, or related field) in good academic standing· Must be able to work 15-20 hours per week (flexibility around class schedule)· Be available to attend occasional campus events that relate to research· Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail· Exhibit a professional demeanor, reliability, punctuality, and initiative· Be a team player and represent ORSP in a respectful and mature manner
Open Date:08/26/2025
Position Number:9N9966-00
Contact Name & Title:Ossiel Olivares
Contact Phone:936-294-1755
Contact Email:oao011@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #:ORSP - #184
Contact Fax:NA
Contact Instructions Summary:All applicants must apply online.
EEO Statement:Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 21,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Member The Texas State University System
- Website
- https://www.shsu.edu/
- Telephone
- 936-294-1070
- Location
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1905 University Avenue
Huntsville
TX
77340
United States
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