Social Media Content Creation Student Assistant

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Social Media Content Creation Student Assistant

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Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

www.georgiacenter.uga.edu

Employee

20 hours a week

14.30/hr or commensurate with experience

10/18/2026

10/02/2026

Yes

Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Work with internal client groups and within the Marketing and Communications division to plan and execute graphic and textual content creation for social media channels from ideation to delivery. Administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

100

Student Assistant

Non-Exempt

0.50

This position is designed to assist the Marketing and Communications division’s content creation efforts, with a focused approach toward creation and distribution for social media. Additionally, this position will assist with other administrative duties as assigned. This position will aid a student’s understanding of content creation and what it takes to facilitate the distribution of this information across numerous platforms. Experience in successfully managing an active and curated social media presence, with an emphasis on design and communication, is required. Candidates should be familiar with Adobe Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator in particular) and possess strong written and oral communication skills. Experience interacting and communicating with a variety of audiences is preferred. Basic knowledge of video editing would be beneficial.

UGA student preferred.

Proficiency in creating content for social media platforms following current best practices (including, but not limited to, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn).
Working knowledge of Later.com, Hootsuite analytics or comparable analytics toolsets is highly preferred but not required.
Proficiency in the use of AP style is highly preferred but not required.

Sit, stand, and work in front of computer for long periods of time

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No

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Leta Salazar

leta.salazar@uga.edu