OPS Communications & Content Assistant
About The Position
This position will research, interview, and write news stories, faculty and student profiles, and features highlighting UF AI research. The assistant will develop and adapt content for AIIRI’s website, newsletter, and social media channels, particularly LinkedIn. The role involves planning and producing content that supports AIIRI’s communications priorities and a consistent digital presence. Support will be provided for coverage and content development for seminars, mini-symposia, and other institute events. Responsibilities include assisting with website content updates and, as needed, photography or short-form video. The assistant will pitch story ideas and collaborate 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.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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