OPS Communications & Content Assistant
About The Position
This position will support the UF AI research initiatives by researching, interviewing, and writing news stories, faculty and student profiles, and features. The assistant will develop and adapt content for the institute's website, newsletter, and social media channels, with a particular focus on LinkedIn. Responsibilities include planning and producing content aligned with communications priorities, supporting coverage of institute events, assisting with website updates, and potentially photography or short-form video. The role involves pitching story ideas and collaborating with the Communications Manager on assignments and editorial revisions.
Requirements
- Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
- Ability to explain complex topics clearly to nontechnical audiences.
- Familiarity with digital communications and social media.
- Strong organization, time management, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Nice To Haves
- Current enrollment in public relations, journalism, advertising, media production, communications, or a related degree program.
- Experience with news or feature writing, interviewing, or other forms of reporting.
- Interest in science, technology, AI, or research communications.
- Experience with WordPress, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, photography, or video editing.
Responsibilities
- Research, interview, and write news stories, faculty and student profiles, and features highlighting UF AI research.
- Develop and adapt content for AIIRI’s website, newsletter, and social media channels, particularly LinkedIn.
- Help plan and produce content that supports AIIRI’s communications priorities and a consistent digital presence.
- Support coverage and content development for seminars, mini-symposia, and other institute events.
- Assist with website content updates and, as needed, photography or short-form video.
- Pitch story ideas and collaborate with the Communications Manager on assignments and editorial revisions.
Benefits
- Commensurate with Education and Experience
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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