Media Assistant - Undergraduate

Location: Villanova

Posting Number: V

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  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:

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, Tik Tok-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, Tik Tok, 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