University of Southern Mississippi
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University of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS, United States, 39407
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Content Specialist
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Content Specialist.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Part Time
Grant Funded
Yes
Salary Range
12.00 - 12.00
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
April 7, 2025
Job Summary
Junior college-level student workers will work directly with professional RHCJC staff and university-level students on a variety of journalism-associated tasks. Work includes conducting high level background research on issues, setting up and conducting interviews, reviewing web stories for accuracy and clarity, and assisting to create digital-exclusive content. Junior college-level student workers will also learn technology used by the center such as video cameras and digital content management systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Recommendation of community college instructor
Valid Mississippi driver's license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred QualificationsPortfolio of published work or related schoolwork
Commitment to agreed-upon weekly hours to center duties, including availability to attend scheduled orientation/trainings.
Established plans for entering media-related major at a four-year institution.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Content Specialist.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Part Time
Grant Funded
Yes
Salary Range
12.00 - 12.00
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
April 7, 2025
Job Summary
Junior college-level student workers will work directly with professional RHCJC staff and university-level students on a variety of journalism-associated tasks. Work includes conducting high level background research on issues, setting up and conducting interviews, reviewing web stories for accuracy and clarity, and assisting to create digital-exclusive content. Junior college-level student workers will also learn technology used by the center such as video cameras and digital content management systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Gather, collect and verify information for stories through interviews, observation and research for dissemination across platforms.
- Capture appropriate sound, video, still photos and other data and information types for the professional production of a variety of news products that will be delivered across platforms.
- Works closely with professional staff and university-level students on creation of RHCJC related media and projects.
- Assist with duties within the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Minimum Qualifications
Recommendation of community college instructor
Valid Mississippi driver's license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency in news writing, including grammar and spelling
- Demonstrates knowledge of social media and other digital platforms
- Ability to understand photography, videography, and editing practices
- Ability to assimilate large amounts of data quickly and accurately
- Proficiency at posting content to various websites
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with those from a wide range of backgrounds, education levels, and varying skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with the public, including phone calls and face-to-face interactions
- Self-motivated and receptive to feedback
Preferred QualificationsPortfolio of published work or related schoolwork
Commitment to agreed-upon weekly hours to center duties, including availability to attend scheduled orientation/trainings.
Established plans for entering media-related major at a four-year institution.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.