STUDENT-Office Assistant- Social Media (Res Life)

Student•Ithaca, NY

39d•$16

About The Position

This role supports the Residence Life and Theme Living initiatives through creative media, communications, and event coverage. The position involves producing engaging photos, videos, graphics, and written content to highlight programs, promote student involvement, and showcase community life. Responsibilities include developing the monthly Residence Life newsletter, managing social media campaigns, capturing and editing event photography and video, and creating digital and print materials to support outreach efforts. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Education and plays a key role in enhancing student engagement and visibility of Residence Life initiatives.

Requirements

Proficiency in video creation and editing
Strong written communication and editing skills
Basic graphic design skills for social media
Basic photography skills to cover large-scale Residence Life events

Nice To Haves

Experience with Canva (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist professional staff in developing the monthly Residence Life newsletter.
Produce photos, videos, and graphics to support Residence Life and Theme Living initiatives.
Capture and edit photos from large-scale Residence Life events.
Create engaging Instagram Stories, Reels, and themed content campaigns (e.g., move-in tips, study hacks).
Edit and enhance Res Life newsletters to highlight events, student stories, and key updates.
Utilize interactive features (polls, Q&As, live videos) to engage students and on the Res Life Instagram
Spotlight students, Resident Assistants, and themed communities to encourage participation.
Provide event coverage for Residence Life and collaborate with staff to enhance outreach efforts.
Create and edit video content for RLCs and theme living
Assist in drafting student-friendly emails and print materials
Assist in reaching events happening on-campus that fit into theme living and support advertising those events