Social Media Content Assistant

Position Details

Position Details

Student Employment Enrollment Requirements Indiana State University student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours. Comments to Applicants

All student employees will be required to submit employment verification documents on their first day of work. For a list of acceptable documentation, follow this link: student-employment-list-of-acceptable-documents.pdf

Notice of Vacancy Number ST2600164 Job Title Social Media Content Assistant Job Category Regular Student Job Job Type Regular Student Jobs Position Class Code 82100 - Student - Unrestricted Student Pay Grade 999 Hourly Wage/Salary $15.00/hour Job Summary/Basic Function

The Bayh College of Education is seeking a creative, organized, and media-savvy student to serve as a Social Media Content Assistant. This role supports the college's digital presence by creating engaging, authentic, and informative content that highlights the experiences of education, speech and lan majors, student teachers, faculty, and campus life.

This is an ideal position for a student interested in education, marketing, communications, or content creation-especially someone who enjoys storytelling through social media.

Specific Responsibilities Work Schedule

Flexible Monday through Friday during school operation hours with option for some evening time.

Desired Start Date 08/31/2026 Open Date 08/24/2026 Close Date 09/24/2026 Required Relevant Education & Experience High School diploma or GED Required Field(s) of Study

N/A

Preferred Relevant Education and Experience

• Experience using Instagram, TikTok, and/or Facebook for content creation
• Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Canva, or similar tools)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet weekly deadlines
• Creative mindset with an understanding of trends and audience engagement

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Experience and knowledge in job related program, Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals, Willing to interact with students Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly strategy/planning meeting
• Bring ideas and current events for content and branding strategy meetings
• Coordinate directly with the dean's office and other Bayh College of Education departments to become informed on current events within the college
• Create and publish 3-5 social media posts/reels per week (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook)
• Capture photo and video content from classes, events, and campus experiences
• Assist in developing creative content ideas that reflect teacher life, student experiences, and college initiatives
• Edit short-form videos (Reels/TikToks) using mobile apps
• Write captions that are engaging, professional, and aligned with the college's brand voice
• Collaborate with faculty/staff to highlight programs, events, and student success stories
• Monitor engagement and suggest content improvements

Career Readiness Competencies

o Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in the process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.

o Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.

o Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.

o Digital Technology: Select and use appropriate technology to accomplish a given task. The individual is also able to apply computing skills to solve problems.

o Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.

o Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.

o Career and Self Development: Identify and articulate one's skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.

o Equity and Inclusion: Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. The individual demonstrates openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals' differences.

Career Competencies

Competency: Oral/Written Communications Competency: Teamwork/Collaboration Competency: Digital Technology

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What social media platforms do you create content for?

(Open Ended Question)

• • How many total followers do you have on all your social media accounts combined?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Share links to two separate social media posts you created that well represent your skills to create social media content.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Share a fun idea/concept for a possible post or series of posts featuring BCOE events or programs.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you currently in good academic standing with the University?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you currently in good conduct standing with the University?

• Yes

• No