About the role
Department
Theatre and Film
Salary
$8.25 per hour (max. 20 hours per week)
Schedule
Varies, based on the students’ class schedule
Position Summary
Develops and manages digital content to promote the Theatre & Film department, its productions, and student work across approved digital platforms.
**Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Create and schedule social media content
- Capture photo and video content from rehearsals and events
- Maintain brand consistency across platforms
- Collaborate with department design workflows
- Assist with additional theatre production and facility tasks as assigned by the Technical Director after primary weekly responsibilities have been completed.
- Weekly Deliverables:
- Weekly content calendar
- Minimum of 1–2 published posts or videos
- Engagement metrics report with basic analytics
- Organized archive of captured media
- Social media platforms and digital content trends
- Basic photography and videography practices
- Branding and visual identity standards
- Copyright, permissions, and appropriate content use
- University and departmental communication policies
- Content creation for social media and digital platforms
- Basic photo and video editing skills
- Written communication and caption copywriting
- Time-management and scheduling skills
- Attention to detail and consistency in visual presentation
- Create and schedule engaging digital content
- Capture photo and video content during rehearsals and events
- Maintain consistent branding across platforms
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student teams
- Work evenings or weekends as required by production schedules
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing social media accounts
- Familiarity with photo/video editing software
- Previous marketing, communications, or content creation experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Reliable weekly availability
- Professional communication and conduct
- Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (6) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
- If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
- Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJaxState.
- Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
- May not be a Dual Enrollment Student.
Machines & Equipment
- Cameras or mobile devices for photo/video capture
- Computers and editing software
- Department-approved social media platforms and tools
Notice Regarding International Students
- International students on student visas are not eligible for Federal Work Study positions.
- Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: http://www.jsu.edu/international/index.html
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
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