Social Media Assistant

Georgia College & State University

Milledgeville, GA

Part Time

Entry Level

11 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, committed to fostering an inclusive learning community that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry, and experiential learning. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, and is dedicated to student engagement, high-impact practices, and providing a vibrant campus environment in Milledgeville, Georgia. This position supports the Athletics Department's social media and digital content operations, focusing on creating engaging content for collegiate sporting events and maintaining the department's social media presence.

Key Responsibilities

Create and publish compelling content across department social media platforms before, during, and after collegiate sporting events
Assist with capturing photos/videos during games, meets, matches and other athletic events
Highlight student-athlete achievements, academic honors, and athletic milestones
Design graphics, posters, and visual elements for social media posts following university and athletics branding guidelines
Support the creation of promotional materials for special events, rivalry games, and championships
Schedule and monitor social media posts according to athletics content calendar
Help implement social media campaigns to increase student, alumni, and community engagement
Track basic social media analytics and engagement metrics
Collaborate with Athletics Communications staff during game days

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge of social media platforms and best practices for engagement
Ability to create compelling visual content for various platforms (print, digital, social)
Develop pre- and post-game graphics that highlight key statistics and moments
Design special recognition graphics for player achievements and milestones
Maintain consistent branding across all materials
Quickly respond to game developments with relevant content
Generate creative ideas for increasing fan engagement
Work effectively in fast-paced environment and under pressure
Adapt designs for different platforms and formats
Collaborate with marketing, communications, and coaching staff
Stay current with evolving social media trends and platform updates
Balance multiple projects with competing deadlines

Nice to Have

Basic photography and photo editing capabilities
Basic video editing and motion graphics creation
Organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications

Educational background: Bachelor's Degree

Benefits & Perks

Part-time, flexible position suitable for students seeking hands-on experience in sports communications and digital media

Working at Georgia College & State University

Georgia College & State University values integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect. The university is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes student success, community engagement, and academic achievement. It emphasizes high-impact practices, experiential learning, and fostering a campus culture where individuals feel respected and a sense of belonging.

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