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Oregon State University

SOREC Social Media Intern Job at Oregon State University in Corvallis

Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, United States, 97333


Position Details

Position Information

Job Title
SOREC Social Media Intern

Appointment Type
Student Employee

Job Location
Central Point

Position Appointment Percent
100

Appointment Basis
12

Pay Method
Hourly

Pay Period
16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date
Last working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate
$14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate
$21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) SOREC Social Media Intern position for the Southern Oregon Experimental Station at Oregon State University (OSU).

Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center (SOREC) seeks an enthusiastic student to support the creation of visual and written content for our presence across the web, social media, and for in person events. This position focuses on helping to build an evergreen and responsive library to help support outreach and marketing to rebuild and grow awareness of SOREC as a local resource for agricultural industry as a unit conducting cutting edge research, providing learning opportunities and resources for industry professionals, and supporting Southern Oregon's agricultural industry through events and outreach.

This position involves communications design and storytelling in a diverse media landscape that includes social media posts, print media, newsletters and video using Adobe design tools, Drupal web content management system, and varied social media platforms.

Position Duties

Social media and web content creation
  • Create content to support a robust social media presence for outreach to the general public and industry professionals across LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Design within brand standards for College of Agricultural Sciences and SOREC sub-branding, including the use of design templates
  • Align content creation with the unit's current content marketing plan and strategy
  • Capture photography and video to support SOREC media library for current and future use, including photography of fieldwork in inclement and varied weather
  • Draft captions, newsletter content, and other writing to be used as part of marketing and outreach campaigns
  • Analyze social media successes and opportunities via detailed analytics and assemble monthly reports
  • Assist with keeping the SOREC website up-to-date using Drupal CMS with current links, copy, and other content as needed
Assist with events and coordinate event planning
  • Support events that expand awareness of SOREC's programs and resources across the Rogue Valley area
  • Manage outreach materials and promotional item inventory
  • Support day of event set up, management, and tear down as needed
Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Additional Required Qualifications
  • Ability to respond positively to constructive feedback
  • Clear and consistent written communication and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Design and content creation experience including photography and/or video
  • Experience using graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, and/or Express or Canva
  • Experience working both independently and as part of a small team
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Experience using any of the following: Adobe Design Suite, Drupal, MailChimp, Google Analytics, Meta Analytics, LinkedIn Analytics, and/or Linkin.bio
  • Social media marketing experience
  • Experience using a DSLR camera to capture photo and video content
  • Self-directed learner who enjoys keeping on top of graphic design and social media best practices


Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
P11709SE

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
03/31/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date
06/30/2025

Posting Date
01/02/2025

Full Consideration Date
01/24/2025

Closing Date
02/07/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
•A Resume
•Two portfolio pieces showing photography and design work

For additional information please contact: Kate Lundquist at lundquka@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval