Athletics - Trending Video Content Creator (FWS/NFWS)
part-time•Phoenix
About this role
Purpose within the Organization:
The Athletics - Trending Video Content Creator will primarily focus on producing creative, trend-driven TikTok and Instagram Reels content to showcase GCU’s NCAA Division I sports, student-athletes, fans, university/department mission and gameday atmosphere. This role will also assist with gameday coverage on social platforms, collaborating with the athletics communications staff to engage fans and grow online brand presence.
Primary Responsibilities / Accountabilities / Essential Functions:
- Assist in the ideation, creation, editing and posting of trending social media videos for GCU Athletics.
- Candidate has thorough understanding of and passion for sports and pop culture trends on TikTok and Instagram Reels.
- Research and pitch new ideas frequently with an understanding of platform algorithms and audience engagement strategies primarily on TikTok and Instagram. Content must align with the mission and values of GCU and the athletic department.
- Capture and edit behind-the-scenes and in-game moments, with a focus on fast, high-quality turnaround.
- Assist in live event coverage of home athletic competitions including capturing behind-the-scenes content for Instagram stories and creatively branding the content with specialized platforms.
- Assist in brainstorming and planning of social media strategy using content calendars.
- Assist athletics social media staff in other related tasks as assigned.
Equipment Used and Responsibility:
- Strong familiarity and knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, Facebook), best practices and trends.
- Ability to shoot and edit engaging short-form video content using tools such as CapCut, Slate, or similar apps.
- Passion for and knowledge of sports is required.
- Background with social media monitoring and scheduling tools is preferred, especially Hootsuite.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- While professional-level camera skills are not required, a creative eye for capturing content on phones is needed.
- Athletic events are commonly on nights and weekends, so an understanding of working nontraditional hours is required.
Experience and Education:
Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
- Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
- Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
- Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.
Pay rate: Minimum wage
Expected End Date: June 30, 2026
Other facts
Tech stack
Video Editing,Social Media,Content Creation,Trend Analysis,Sports Knowledge,Pop Culture,Collaboration,Creativity,Communication,Time Management,Branding,Research,Event Coverage,Audience Engagement,Content Strategy,Photography,Social Media Monitoring
About Grand Canyon University
The Honors College at Grand Canyon University is designed to produce exemplary graduates who are uniquely equipped to lead and serve in the workplace as well as within their local and global communities. Our mission is to develop servant leaders and change agents who are primed to enter the world with a competitive advantage over their contemporaries in the fields of problem solving, communication, critical thinking, evidence-based decision-making and cultural awareness.
Team size: 11-50 employees
Website: https://www.gcuhonors.org/
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Higher Education
Founding Year: 2013
What you'll do
- The Athletics - Trending Video Content Creator will produce creative, trend-driven video content for TikTok and Instagram Reels to showcase GCU’s sports and gameday atmosphere. The role includes assisting with gameday coverage and collaborating with the athletics communications staff to engage fans.
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