Student Affairs Social Media Digital Marketing Student Employee, Summer 2026 (Student Wage)

Are you a creative who loves social media? Do you love exploring new techniques for communicating over socials? Join the Student Affairs Marketing & Social Media team to create engaging content that connects with UVA students!

This role involves developing social media strategies, designing visual content, and supporting cross-platform storytelling. Ideal candidates are passionate about digital media, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about enhancing the UVA Student Affairs brand.

Key Responsibilities:

Social Media Strategy & Content Creation

• Assist with social media content calendars to meet Student Affairs' goals.
• Create visually engaging posts & vids for social media.
• Monitor trends to adapt engaging content to students.

Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling

• Design posts, brand content, & visuals using Canva.
• Ensure content adheres to UVA’s branding guidelines.
• Maintain an organized digital library of photos, videos, and design assets in Canva.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work with students, communications staff, and partners to ensure consistent, clear, and compelling content messaging.
• Contribute ideas in content brainstorming sessions to boost student engagement.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with social media content creation as well as photography, videography, and/or graphic design.
• Proficiency in social platforms, video/audio editing, post-production, Canva.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing and build a robust portfolio!

Position Compensation: $16.75 Hourly

Anticipated Assignment Dates: Summer 2026

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student Experience: None Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

*The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about* *UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment* (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity)*.*