Media Assistant - Undergraduate

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Position Information

Posting Number: 20260254V Position Title: Media Assistant - Undergraduate Posting Type Student Hours/week: 10-15 hours per week Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Drosdick Hall Detailed Work Schedule

| Position begins in the Fall 2026 Semester, 8/24/26

Number of positions: 2 Department: 201-Dean-Engineering Contact Name: Therese Wosczyna Contact Phone/Extension: 610-519-3948

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary:

The College of Engineering is seeking two creative and motivated student leaders to collaborate with COE's Communication & Marketing and Engineering Recruitment teams to develop engaging, year-round social media content. These students will play a key role in showcasing the Villanova Engineering experience through authentic storytelling, event coverage, and student-driven campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Create social media content highlighting College of Engineering events, programs, and student experiences.
• Capture and produce short-form video content (e.g., Instagram Reels, TikTok-style videos, stories).
• Conduct and feature student interviews, day-in-the-life content, and event coverage.
• Lead and participate in social media takeovers to provide authentic student perspectives.
• Identify and develop student-centered content based on social media trends.
• Work closely with the Communications team to ensure branding consistency and strategic messaging.
• Attend select campus events and outreach programs to gather content.

Qualifications

• Current Villanova University student.
• Strong interest in social media, marketing, storytelling, or communications.
• Experience with content creation tools (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, Canva, Adobe Suite) preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail and brand alignment.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 10 hours per week (flexible based on schedule and event calendar).

Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in marketing, communications, and digital storytelling.
• Build a professional portfolio of social media and video content.
• Work closely with Communications and Engineering leadership.
• Play a key role in shaping the narrative of the Villanova Engineering student experience.

Application must include:

• Cover letter
• CV/Resume
• Three samples of previous related work or what your vision of social media content would look like.

Requirements:

Undergraduate students at the sophomore level or above

Additional Information:

Student(s) will be working with Heather Gill

Physical Demands Summary:

Normal activities (possible lifting of ~20 lbs.)

Wage Rate: $13.00/hour

Posting Detail Information

Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled No

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