Web Communications (within Marketing and Communications) is looking for a student assistant to join our social media team. We are searching for a creative student who understands at least 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 Web Content Administrator and other social media team members, you will be responsible for:

• Updating the main social media accounts with provided content
• Assisting the social media team in creating original content
• Creating some new content on the fly
• Attending events and report on highlights
• Planning student-oriented campaigns and contests to increase engagement on specified platforms
• Writing long-form posts highlighting aspects of the university
• Attending weekly social planning meetings
• Helping track stats and create reports
• Selecting and schedule the Photo of the Day
• Follow university guidelines and web accessibility standards

Qualifications

• Available 12-20 hours during the school year with additional availability in the summer
• Current Wayne State University student
• Majoring in Design is ideal but not a requirement
• The ideal candidate must be dependable and show flexibility - many changes happen in the world of social media!

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