OARS Social Media Student Assistant
Are you creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about social media? The Office of Academic & Retention Support is looking for a motivated Student Assistant to support our outreach and engagement efforts through dynamic and student-centered digital content. This Student Assistant will help to connect their peers to critical academic, personal, and professional support by managing and growing our social media presence. This position can expect 10-15 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, create, and schedule engaging content for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Promote events, programs, and services through digital campaigns
Capture photos and video at office-sponsored events for social media use
Track analytics and engagement to inform future content strategies
Monitor comments, messages, and mentions, engaging with followers in a professional tone
Maintain the social media content calendar and ensure consistent brand messaging
Collaborate with staff and other student employees to align messaging with departmental goals
Assist with occasional graphic design, newsletters, or website updates
Required Skills:
2.8 Cumulative GPA
Strong understanding of major social media platforms and current trends
Creative thinker with an eye for visual design
Basic experience with Canva, Adobe Express, or other similar content creation tools
Ability to take photos with smartphones or university device
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and accept design suggestions
Comfortable representing the university and office in a professional way
Required Materials:
Resume; preferred social media experience
Transcript
Provide 3–4 examples of social media content you have created, which may include personal projects, academic work, or content developed for student organizations or clubs.
All University of Akron student employees must meet the designated minimum standards as stated on the Student Employment Eligibility Chart. UA student employees must be 18 years or older at the time of their start date. Any approved remote work conducted by student employees MUST be performed within the state of Ohio.