Marketing and Communications Student Assistant
Overview
The Auburn University Department of Geosciences is seeking a creative, energetic, and motivated student to join their team as a Marketing & Communications Student Assistant. This position offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in marketing, communications, public relations, graphic design, social media, event management, journalism, or related fields to gain real-world experience while building a professional portfolio.
This position will help showcase student and faculty success, research discoveries, outreach programs, academic opportunities, and events that make Auburn Geosciences a leader in education, research, and community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Create graphics, videos, reels, and other digital content for social media platforms
- Capture photos and video at department events and activities
- Develop engaging stories highlighting student achievements, faculty research, alumni successes, and department initiatives
- Aid in maintaining a consistent departmental brand and visual identity
- Design flyers, posters, digital signage, and promotional materials
- Draft social media captions, website updates, news stories, and email communications
- Help develop and execute marketing campaigns for academic programs, events, and student recruitment initiatives
- Monitor social media trends and suggest new content ideas
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and promoting department events
- Generate innovative ideas for programs that increase student engagement and visibility
- Support outreach activities, recruiting events, open houses, and community engagement efforts
- Coordinate logistics, marketing materials, and promotional activities before and during events
- Respond to marketing and communication requests from faculty and staff
- Assist with special projects and outreach initiatives as assigned
- Contribute creative ideas to strengthen departmental visibility and engagement
Qualifications
- Enrolled student at Auburn University
- We welcome applications from Auburn students of all majors who have an interest in marketing and communications.
- Successful candidates will demonstrate experience with social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and others.
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
- Creativity and enthusiasm for storytelling and audience engagement
- Basic graphic design skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
- Professionalism and a positive attitude
How to Apply
When submitting your application, please submit an additional document with the following:
- A short statement of interest outlining why you would excel in this position (250 words or less).
- Optional: Examples of social media content, graphics, videos, photography, or other creative work.
Preferred (Not Required): Experience with one or more of the following is a plus: Adobe Express, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro), Photography and videography, Social media analytics, Website content management, Event planning and promotion, Marketing, public relations, journalism, communications, or digital media coursework.
Why Work at Auburn?
Gain valuable work experience! Build your network! Make a difference!
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