LU Shepherd Social Media Student Worker

Responsibilities

• Create content and manage LU Shepherd social media platforms including planning, developing, scheduling, and posting innovative and engaging content aligned with brand standards.
• Be available outside of normal office hours to attend, promote, and cover events for LU Shepherd, including taking pictures and videos.
• Work with the Director of Operations and Administrative Assistant to create a digital marketing plan and social media strategy for LU Shepherd.
• Create and maintain a social media calendar to ensure timely content delivery.
• Collaborate and assist with social media needs within the team and across departments.
• Assist Administrative Assistant with various office tasks and other administrative duties.
• Understand and utilize social media software, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• As directed, assist with logistic planning, preparation, and execution of LU Shepherd events.
• Assist with tracking engagement metrics for digital campaigns and reporting outcomes.
• Schedule requires the student worker to commit 18-20 hours per week.

• Education and Experience:
  
  Current on all CSER credits. Microsoft Office knowledge and experience. Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills. Strong customer service skills. Project management and relational skills. Public speaking skills. Self-starter and team player. Social media and content creation knowledge and understanding.

• Communication and Comprehension:
  Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information. Proficient in English for professional correspondence.
• Public representation:
  Ability to represent Liberty University professionally to business and community contacts.
• Organizational skills and computer proficiency, with ability to learn new skills quickly (especially Microsoft Office).
• Problem solving:
  Ability to reason, analyze information, and apply judgment to solve routine and complex problems.

• Work Environment:
  Climate-controlled office setting with adequate lighting and moderate noise.
• Travel:
  Travel may be required using personal or LU vehicles; valid driver’s license and insurance required when driving on university duties.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with applicable federal and state law, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization and may apply specific religiously based employment considerations as permitted by law.