Student Media Assistant (FALL)

Position Introduction

The School of Meteorology is looking for a part-time Student Assistant who will help with our area: Duties would include: reading, sorting, and researching of School of Meteorology news items in order to write or film informational pieces highlighting the achievements of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners. Student assistants will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the technical ability to design or produce pieces and share them with our audience. Some background in both broadcast journalism and meteorology will be necessary in order to understand and properly disseminate information. A certain level of on-screen comfort will also be important. Stories will be shared on the School's website as well as social media outlets. The student will work closely with School IT and Academic staff for stories.

Responsibilities

• Read, sort, and research School of Meteorology news items to write or film informational pieces highlighting achievements of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners
• Design or produce informational pieces and share them with the audience
• Build, maintain, and engage School of Meteorology Alumni social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn)
• Assist with other duties as assigned which may change based on the time of year (e.g., organization of offices, assisting with school events)

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in the FALL term as a student at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
• Majoring in meteorology, geography, environmental science, computer science, engineering, or a related discipline
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite of products and Internet
• Detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to interact positively with students, faculty and staff, and non-university individuals

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Technical ability to design or produce pieces and share them with the audience
• Background in both broadcast journalism and meteorology necessary to understand and properly disseminate information
• On-screen comfort

Skills

• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Premiere, and social media (preferred)
• Previous experience in broadcast and video editing (preferred)
• Previous experience using video and still photography equipment (preferred)
• Meteorology major or minor with sophomore status or above (preferred)

Pay

Targeted salary of $13/hr, based on education and experience.

Schedule

10-20 hours per week on a flexible schedule. Travel may be required.