| Location | Athens, GA |
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R34888P Working Title Social Media Content Creation Student Assistant Department PSO-Cont Ed-MarCom About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website www.georgiacenter.uga.edu Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information
20 hours a week
Advertised Salary 14.30/hr or commensurate with experience Anticipated Start Date 10/18/2026 Posting Date 10/02/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Work with internal client groups and within the Marketing and Communications division to plan and execute graphic and textual content creation for social media channels from ideation to delivery. Administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time 100
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Student Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 0.50 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary
This position is designed to assist the Marketing and Communications division's content creation efforts, with a focused approach toward creation and distribution for social media. Additionally, this position will assist with other administrative duties as assigned. This position will aid a student's understanding of content creation and what it takes to facilitate the distribution of this information across numerous platforms. Experience in successfully managing an active and curated social media presence, with an emphasis on design and communication, is required. Candidates should be familiar with Adobe Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator in particular) and possess strong written and oral communication skills. Experience interacting and communicating with a variety of audiences is preferred. Basic knowledge of video editing would be beneficial.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
UGA student preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Proficiency in creating content for social media platforms following current best practices (including, but not limited to, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn).
Working knowledge of Later.com, Hootsuite analytics or comparable analytics toolsets is highly preferred but not required.
Proficiency in the use of AP style is highly preferred but not required.
Physical Demands
Sit, stand, and work in front of computer for long periods of time
Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
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For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Leta Salazar Recruitment Contact Email leta.salazar@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
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