Strategic Communications Student Assistant (Public Relations/Social Media)

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Support Chapman’s Strategic Marketing & Communications team through writing, research, social media content, and daily media monitoring. Assist with press materials, newsroom stories, and maintaining communication resources.

Requirements

Strong communication skills, especially in writing and editing.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Ability to meet deadlines, take initiative, and work independently and collaboratively.
Experience creating content for social media platforms (personal or organizational).

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with social media analytics or monitoring tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Research, conduct interviews, and write content for Chapman University publications, including newsletters, the newsroom, the magazine, and social media platforms.
Assist with compiling information and building resource materials such as fact sheets, media lists, and editorial calendars.
At the direction of the professional social media team, assist in drafting and scheduling content for Chapman University’s official social media channels, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
Prepare a daily newsletter summarizing relevant media coverage for senior university leadership.
Write press releases, media advisories and conduct media pitching under supervision.
Monitor news coverage on various platforms and create media reports.
Stay up to date on current campus news, issues and trends.
Track key dates, events, and opportunities in media calendars and prepare corresponding materials.
Help organize and maintain tools and kits used to support external communication efforts.
Suggest visuals assets to complement published content.
Contribute ideas during team meetings and pitch potential stories.
Provide research and administrative support to content and media projects.