Marketing and Communications is looking for a student assistant to join our social media team. We are searching for a creative student who understands the basics of social media and wants to help tell the Wayne State story in new and unique ways. The ideal candidate is a good communicator, a self-starter and eager to learn new things.

Responsibilities

Along with the other social media team members, you will be responsible for:

• Updating and scheduling posts to the main social media accounts with provided content
• Assisting the social media team in creating original content (including possibly being featured in videos/content as needed)
• Creating new content on the fly
• Attending events (some events may be outside of normal working hours, ie. Commencement, Admitted Student Day, etc.)
• Helping track stats and create reports
• Planning student-oriented campaigns to increase engagement on specified platforms
• Attending weekly social planning meetings
• Selecting and scheduling the Spotlight of the Day

Expectations

• Be available during designated work hours on Microsoft Teams, Basecamp and phone
• Daily updates and progress of assignments posted for the entire team
• Be flexible - many changes happen in the world of social media
• There are times where the social team will need to be available for events outside of a normal work day - Ex. Commencement ceremonies, Homecoming

Qualifications

• Available 15-20 hours during the school year with additional availability in the summer
• Current Wayne State University Student
• Majoring in PR, Communications, or Journalism is ideal but not a requirement
• Ability to write/create content for all social media platforms

How to apply

1. Email a cover letter and resume to web@wayne.edu with the subject line "Social media application"
2. Be sure to include links to your personal and any organizational social media accounts you have assisted with managing.