Fall 2019: Student Job/Internship: University Public Affairs - Social Media Strategist (PAID)
Aug 24, 2019
Posted in: Advertising internships, Internships & scholarships, Journalism internships, Public Relations internships
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Description of Job:
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Serve as strategist of social media efforts at VCU on university-level platforms and assist in strategizing, crafting, and coordinating online communications that support the VCU brand and Quest themes; assist in serving as a frontline manager in interacting with the VCU community on official VCU social media platforms and assist in ensuring university compliance with VCU social media guidelines; Work with brand managers and leaders to explore and identify ways to integrate social media into communications strategies and marketing campaigns. |
Required Qualifications:
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Strong technical background with advanced computer skills
-Competence with Microsoft Office
-Competence with Adobe Creative Suite
-Ability to jump from the strategic and creative side of marketing to the analytical side
-Working knowledge of the principles of SEM and SEO
-Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
-Aptitude to develop and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
-Strong story-telling and presentation skills
-Ability to work effectively under deadlines and juggle several assignments simultaneously
-Ability to work in a diverse work environment
-Experience in advertising, communications, marketing, or public relations
Preferred Qualifications:
-Undergraduate degree in public relations, marketing, communications or journalism from an accredited college or university, or commensurate experience preferred
-Understanding of higher education communications
Approximately 29 hours/week
Anticipated Hiring Range: $20
Apply: https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/92804