About this role
Job Posting Title:
Student Social Media Associate----
Hiring Department:
University Housing and Dining----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
19----
FLSA Status:
To Be Determined at Offer----
Earliest Start Date:
Ongoing----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue----
Location:
AUSTIN, TX----
Job Details:
GENERAL STATEMENT: Only students currently enrolled in the Moody College of Communication are eligible to apply. Preference will be given to juniors and seniors.
Purpose:
The Student Social Media Associate position supports University Housing and Dining’s (UHD) social media presence by creating content, executing campaigns, monitoring effectiveness and analyzing results. This role is fast-paced and part of a highly collaborative and creative team. Executing on-brand and effective social media content in this role will help boost creativity and critical thinking while building real-world marketing and advertising experience.
Responsibilities:
Content Creation
Assist in developing and curating engaging social media content including posts, graphics, multimedia and strategy suggestions, that engage target audiences and follow brand and style guidelines. Ensure all content is consistent and reflects the UHD and University brands in a professional manner.
Help coordinate and assist with photo shoots and video creation, potentially appearing in them. Capture live social media coverage at events by working closely with the social media team to align efforts with the overall strategies of the department.
Campaign Execution
Collaborate on a social media campaign from concept to completion, including initial brainstorming, developing a rollout timeline and plan, determining assets, creating content and implementation.
Work collaboratively with the marketing, creative and communications teams through the creative lifecycle of projects and campaigns to bring ideas to life.
Analytics and Reporting
Help social media team track social media performance metrics, analyze results and provide reports on effectiveness. Suggest ideas to enhance social media efforts.
Create reports for various audiences demonstrating key metrics and effectiveness, collaborating with the social media, content and creative teams.
Research
Stay informed about the latest social media trends and best practices. Educate social media team on findings and help apply research to create posts and/or campaigns that align with the department’s goals and brand standards.
Conduct regular comparative analysis and brand studies of similar institutions and present findings to social media team.
Required Qualifications:
Enrolled in courses at the Moody College of Communication
Preferred Qualifications:
Junior or senior status
Writing experience for digital channels
Previous experience in advertising, marketing or another related field preferred
Experience with Instagram, Instagram Reels, X (Twitter) and/or Facebook
Experience with Sprout Social or other analytics tools
Required Materials:
Resume
Letter of interest
Compensation:
$13.75 per hour
Working Conditions:
This position is based in Austin, TX and is expected to work on campus
May work outside in all weather conditions
May work nights and weekends
Typical office environment
May carry small equipment
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Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.----
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.----
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Other facts
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What you'll do
- The Student Social Media Associate will create engaging social media content, execute campaigns, and analyze performance metrics. This role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance the social media presence of University Housing and Dining.
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