Social Media Specialist

Baylor University • Waco, TX

3h

About The Position

The Social Media Specialist is part of the Baylor University social media team. At its core, this role exists to create content for University-level social media platforms, and to help manage one or more of those accounts.
An associate's degree and two years of work experience are required. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
Additional experience or education will be considered in lieu of one another.
The successful candidate will exhibit the following skills, abilities and other characteristics:
Understands visual media and is adept at telling stories via photos and video
Able to use simple tools to complete quick-turn social media projects
Proficiency in visual media (shooting/editing social media appropriate photos and videos)
Time & project management skills
Strong creative thinking
Excellent communication, writing and editing skills
Ability to find & tell stories
Strong organizational skills
Flexible schedule to accommodate the 24/7/365 nature of social media
On-camera talent/comfort a plus
Graphic creation ability a plus
A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

Requirements

• An associate's degree and two years of work experience are required.
• Understands visual media and is adept at telling stories via photos and video
• Able to use simple tools to complete quick-turn social media projects
• Proficiency in visual media (shooting/editing social media appropriate photos and videos)
• Time & project management skills
• Strong creative thinking
• Excellent communication, writing and editing skills
• Ability to find & tell stories
• Strong organizational skills
• Flexible schedule to accommodate the 24/7/365 nature of social media
• A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.
• Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Additional experience or education will be considered in lieu of one another.
• On-camera talent/comfort a plus
• Graphic creation ability a plus

Responsibilities

• Create content (taking photos, filming and editing videos, creating posts) for one or more University-level social media platforms
• Participate in the management (planning, posting, handling replies/comments/DMs, etc.) of one or more University-level social media platforms
• Staying up to date on social media platforms and tools as well as cultural and social media trends
• Aiding the team in developing, implementing and reviewing social media strategy
• Writing for BaylorProud blog
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Benefits

• As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions.
• Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.
• To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree