CESJ - Student Assistant - Social Media

The New School•Bovina, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Civic Engagement and Social Justice (Lang CESJ) is situated within the Dean’s Office at Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts as social justice serves as the ethical cornerstone of a liberal arts education. CESJ serves as a hub, creating opportunities for students to bridge their social justice passions with their academic pursuits and build community with others dedicated to leading social justice-centered lives. CESJ programs take the form of "learning communities," composed of students, faculty, staff, and community partner organizations throughout New York City. Through our civic engagement and social justice programming, the Lang community connects theoretical frameworks with the lived experience, fostering a critical space where transformative learning occurs. We are seeking a student employee to support CESJ’s Social Media presence.

Requirements

Student at The New School, actively enrolled during both Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters
Strong interest in and/or demonstrated commitment to social justice
Creative, independent worker with ability to collaborate on a small team and adapt to shifting priorities
Proficient in Adobe Suite, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant software
Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to commit to the role from August 2026 through May 2027
Experience with event flier creation, social media posting, and general team support

Nice To Haves

Understanding of social justice-centered programs and initiatives across The New School
Proficient/familiar with Instagram, Canva

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a consistent visual aesthetic that aligns with CESJ's brand guidelines and target audience
Assist in the creation of multimedia content, including videos, animations, and interactive graphics, to enhance social media engagement
Stay updated on current design trends and social media best practices to ensure content remains fresh, relevant, and engaging
Assist in creating scheduling and organizing social media content calendars, ensuring timely and consistent posting across platforms
Monitor social media analytics and provide insights to optimize content performance and engagement
Collaborate with other team members to brainstorm creative ideas and contribute to strategic planning for social media campaigns
Work with Graphic Designer to create and post regular content
Respond to social media communication and field any questions to appropriate areas within CESJ
Collaborate with office staff to post regular updates related to the CESJ updates and events
Report social media analytics and outcomes during staff and coworking meetings.
Complete an end of semester report and evaluation to assess and improve CESJ social media engagement and outreach
Attend staff meetings, 1:1 meetings, and coworking sessions
Any other related duties as assigned