Student Marketing Assistant

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$15–$16 Per Hour
SKILLS
Adobe Product Family, Business Services, Campaigns, Canvassing, Communication Skills, Content Development, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Facebook, Feature Stories, Interpersonal Skills, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Press Releases, Relationship Management, Social Media, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Twitter, Wordpress, Writing Skills, YouTube
LOCATION
Gainesville, FL
POSTED
3 days ago
Business Services is recruiting a Marketing or Public Relations student to join our department for a 15/20-hour per week position through Fall 2026. Successful performance in the fall may lead to continued employment through the Spring and Summer 2027 semesters. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic individual who is self-motivated, creative and willing to think outside-the-box. This candidate is a skilled storyteller and an expert in creating digital content for social media platforms. Must also possess strong organizational skills and be able to prioritize various assignments as needed. This candidate must be a strong public speaker and have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Classification Title:

Student Marketing Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week.
• Valid Florida Driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Job Description:
  • Providing education while engaging audiences through compelling content.
  • Manage relationships, engage with students and various campus departments via social media
    • Monitor trends
    • Create content calendars
    • Participate in collaborative campaigns
  • Creating content for the Business Services website, including press releases, feature stories, photo and video
  • Coordinating activities and representing Business Services as a key ambassador at informational sessions and tabling.
  • Promoting Business Services projects and campaigns around campus, via social media, canvassing, tabling at orientation, or through other creative outlets.
  • Managing relationships and engaging with students and various campus departments via social media:
    • Monitor trends
    • Create content calendars
    • Participate in collaborative campaigns
  • Creating content for the Business Services website, including press releases, feature stories, photo and video.

Normal Work Schedule:

15 - 20 hours per week, flexible schedule

Expected Salary:

$15.00- $16.00 Hourly

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week.
• Valid Florida Driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Preferred:
  • University of Florida student currently enrolled in Marketing, Communications or similar field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Qualtrics, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Canva.
  • Extensive knowledge of social media platforms including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments as needed.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

 

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