Social Media Specialist

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and produce compelling video, photo, and design content for official UCF social media platforms.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in social media to ensure content remains engaging and relevant.
• Collaborate with team members to develop content strategies, policies, and best practices for social media platforms.
• Attend and capture engaging content at special events, working flexible hours as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, contributing ideas and feedback to enhance content quality and effectiveness.
• Cook up and maintain student interns in content creation and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• Experience creating original social media content for an organization, student organization, or similar audience-facing account.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or similar creative tools to edit visual content.
• Knowledge of social media trends, platform-specific strategies, and best practices for creating timely, audience-focused content.
• Strong creative judgment, collaboration skills, and ability to translate stories, ideas, or organizational priorities into compelling social media content.
• Familiarity with UCF, higher education, student life, or mission-driven storytelling.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for visual content, enjoys experimenting with new ideas, and thrives on finding authentic ways to engage audiences through video, photography, and digital storytelling. Candidates who have a connection to UCF and are passionate about sharing the stories, traditions, and accomplishments of the Knight community are especially encouraged to apply.

Skills

Naturally curious, creative, and always looking for the next great story to tell.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$48,722.00 to Negotiable

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, with occasional nights and weekends to support events.