The New School is hiring: Student Assistant - Content Creator for Admission Comm
The New School, New York, NY, United States, 10008
Position Information
Position Availability: Position Title: Student Assistant - Content Creator for Admission Communications - Federal Work Study Requisition Number: 0406073563 Location New York City Position Type: Student Department: Provost/Provost's Office Responsibilities:
The New School is looking for an enthusiastic, responsible, creative individual with a Federal Work Study Award to join our Admission Communications team as our Content Creator. This position is mostly remote, with required on-campus content creation and mandatory monthly staff meetings.
The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment.
The Content Creator will be responsible for:
* Creating and reviewing content-including text, graphics, video, and photos-across communications platforms. This currently includes Instagram, ZeeMee, and CampusESP.
* Developing strategies for all social platforms
* Keeping up to date with industry news and feature rollouts
* Regularly sharing content with student Content Managers and Welcome Center Managers in order to contribute to a comprehensive content program
* Other content creation and review duties as assigned
Successful candidates will:
* Meet all content deadlines, attend all content meetings, and communicate with student Content Managers regularly
* Be comfortable in front of the camera
* Create dynamic, authentic, approachable content for our communications platforms that provides an honest view and personal insight into the work we do and student life
* Enjoy collaborating with professional staff and other student team members
* Research best practices in content and communications per platform
* Manage their own time
* Be a positive, dependable, professional resource for our team
* Commit to working 10-20 hours per week
Our Instagram account is where prospective students, applicants, and admitted students can:
* Get a glimpse into the daily work of the Welcome Center and Admission
* Be introduced to our staff working behind the scenes to help them navigate the Admission process
* Be reminded of important dates and deadlines
* Get tips on navigating the city
* See what our student employees are working on in and out of class
Our CampusESP platform is where parents, families, and supporters of prospective students, applicants, and admitted students can:
* Read blog posts written by student content creators, admission counselors, and CampusESP partners
* Receive a weekly newsletter digest of blog posts and events
* Receive one-time announcements delivered directly to their email accounts
* Be reminded of important dates and deadlines
* Get a fuller understanding of the admission process and what their student can expect at The New School
Our ZeeMee app is where prospective and admitted students can:
* Build community before arriving on campus
* Find roommates
* Connect with each other, Content Creators, and New School staff
* Rely on Content Creators and New School staff as resources
* Interact with members, moderators, and admins through posts and chats
* Ask questions via posts, comments, and/or direct messages
* Receive important information about enrollment requirements and deadlines
* Learn about current New School news and Admission events
Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely.
Pay rate - $17 per hour
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree program at The New School. Additional qualifications include:
* Familiarity with and enthusiasm for social network sites, social media tools, and associated apps and technology
* Excellent writing skills
* Video editing skills
* Impeccable attention to detail and aesthetics
* Sound judgment
* Positive attitude
* Excellent communicator
* Highly organized-enjoys organization
* Self-motivated
* Enjoys assisting others and providing support
* Able to focus without being distracted by cell phones, personal social media, and competing responsibilities
* Familiarity with Instagram, Zeemee, and CampusESP
* Familiarity with Google and Microsoft Office Suites
* Familiarity with video and photo editing software including Premiere Pro, Canva, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Preferred Qualifications: Job Family: Admissions Posting Date: 12/06/2024 Closing Date: 01/13/2025 Open Until Filled No