Student Affairs Social Media Digital Marketing Student Employee, Summer 2026 (student Wage)

Social Media Content Creator

Are you a creative who loves social media? Do you love exploring new techniques for communicating over socials? Join the Student Affairs Marketing & Social Media team to create engaging content that connects with UVA students!

This role involves developing social media strategies, designing visual content, and supporting cross-platform storytelling. Ideal candidates are passionate about digital media, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about enhancing the UVA Student Affairs brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with social media content calendars to meet Student Affairs' goals.
• Create visually engaging posts & vids for social media.
• Monitor trends to adapt engaging content to students.

• Design posts, brand content, & visuals using Canva.
• Ensure content adheres to UVA's branding guidelines.
• Maintain an organized digital library of photos, videos, and design assets in Canva.

• Work with students, communications staff, and partners to ensure consistent, clear, and compelling content messaging.
• Contribute ideas in content brainstorming sessions to boost student engagement.

• Experience with social media content creation as well as photography, videography, and/or graphic design.
• Proficiency in social platforms, video/audio editing, post-production, Canva.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing and build a robust portfolio!

Position Compensation: $16.75 Hourly

Anticipated Assignment Dates: Summer 2026

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Current UVA student

Experience: None

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.