Digital Communications Student Assistant

OSU Oregon State University • Corvallis, OR

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About The Position

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Digital Communications Student Assistant for the SEE Communications & Outreach at Oregon State University (OSU). The Student Experiences & Engagement Outreach and Communications team promotes SEE programs, services and opportunities to help students discover ways to connect, participate and build community at Oregon State University. The SEE Digital Communications Specialist supports the work of the SEE Marketing and Communications team by capturing and editing photos/videos, maintaining website content, supporting social media and creating engaging digital content that highlights SEE programs, services, events and student experiences. This includes, but is not limited to, digital content creation for SEE websites, social media, digital signage, newsletters and outreach communications. This student position also retains outreach responsibilities by representing SEE at campus events, supporting tabling and helping current and prospective students understand SEE programs and involvement opportunities.

Requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
• High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term
• International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ( USCIS ). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services ( OIS ), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Nice To Haves

• Competency in photography and videography, and related equipment to produce quality digital content.
• Experience editing video content using applications such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve or CapCut.
• Experience editing, organizing photos using applications such as Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop or Flickr.
• Proficiency with social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok and a commitment to staying current with emerging platforms, trends and industry best practices.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Photo and video projects, as assigned.
• Review the digital content calendar to coordinate multiple photo, video and content projects in advance to ensure adherence to deadlines.
• Capture photos and videos that showcase SEE programs, services, facilities, events and student experiences.
• Organize, catalog and maintain a searchable library of photos and videos for future marketing and communications use.
• Edit photos and videos for use across SEE digital platforms, including websites, social media, digital signage and newsletters.
• Adhere to Oregon State University and SEE brand standards and policies, including the administration of model release waivers
• Collaborate with the SEE Outreach and Communications team and, when appropriate, campus partners to develop, produce and implement engaging and educational content for SEE digital channels.
• Update and maintain SEE website content utilizing Drupal 10, including webpages, event information, links, images and other digital content.
• Promote relevant SEE programs, services and involvement opportunities at Launch, Beavers. Open House, Orange and Black Days and other outreach events.
• Conduct tours and tour trainings of the Student Experience Center while providing a welcoming, engaging and informative experience for visitors.
• Answer questions and help students identify programs, services and involvement opportunities that align with their interests and goals.
• Use project management software to track assignments, communicate with team members and meet project deadlines.
• Assist the SEE Outreach and Communications Coordinator with other outreach, marketing and communications projects as assigned.
• Transferable Skill Development: OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Technology, Professionalism

Benefits

• One academic year (continuing employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 30-day probationary period and satisfactory job performance as evaluated by immediate supervisor).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED