Student Social Media Assistant at Chapman University

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Chapman University is hiring a Student Social Media Assistant to support Wilkinson College's social media and digital communication efforts. The role involves creating, scheduling, and publishing content, promoting college events, monitoring engagement, and assisting in developing campaigns to connect with students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Highlights

Manage social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Blue Sky, and LinkedIn.
Create and edit graphics, captions, stories, reels, photos, and short-form videos.
Schedule and publish content using Postpone.com and maintain a social media calendar.
Promote Wilkinson College events, programs, faculty achievements, and alumni stories.
Monitor social media engagement, respond to messages and comments appropriately.
Provide live or same-day social media coverage during select college events.
Collaborate with Dean’s Office staff and other student workers on social media and marketing projects.
Required skills include strong writing, editing, communication, familiarity with social media platforms, and ability to meet deadlines.
Desired skills include experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, PostPone.com, photography, and video editing.
Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $18.50 per hour.

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Student Title Classification Information

Quick Link	https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/41214
Job Number	SE240824

Position Information

Department or Unit Name	WCHSS- Dean's Office
Position Headcount	1
Position Title	Student Social Media Assistant
Academic Year	Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester	All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?	Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range	$18.00 - $18.50
Pay Range Information	Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?	Orange
Approved Supervisor	Erin Berthon
Supervisor Email	[email protected]

Scheduling

Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)

Desired Start Date	10/12/2026
Projected End Date	05/23/2027
Average number of hours per week	Up to 10 Hrs

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary	Under the direction of the Wilkinson College Dean’s Office, the Student Social Media Assistant will support the college’s social media and digital communication efforts. The student will assist with creating, scheduling, and publishing content; promoting college events and initiatives; monitoring engagement; and helping develop social media campaigns designed to connect with current students, prospective students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the broader Wilkinson community. This position offers hands-on experience in social media marketing, content creation, digital communications, event promotion, and audience engagement. The student will work closely with members of the Dean’s Office to help strengthen Wilkinson College’s social media presence and brand. Freshman and sophomore students are especially encouraged to apply, as this position provides an opportunity to be mentored by experienced junior- and senior-level student designers currently working with the Dean’s Office.
Responsibilities	Assist with managing Wilkinson College social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Blue Sky, and LinkedIn. Create and edit social media content, including graphics, captions, stories, reels, photos, and short-form video. Schedule and publish content using Postpone.com and maintain an organized social media calendar. Monitor the social media group email and route requests to the appropriate team member. Promote Wilkinson College events, programs, student opportunities, faculty accomplishments, alumni stories, and other college initiatives. Assist with developing social media campaigns designed to increase awareness, followers, reach, and engagement. Review social media analytics and identify trends and opportunities to improve content performance. Monitor comments and direct messages and assist with responses when appropriate. Provide live or same-day social media coverage during selected college events. Cross-promote relevant events and initiatives from Wilkinson departments, programs, and university partners. Collaborate with Dean’s Office staff and other student workers on social media and marketing projects. Assist with additional communications and marketing projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications	Strong writing, editing, and communication skills. Professional, dependable, organized, and able to meet deadlines. Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and current social media trends. Interest in social media, marketing, communications, content creation, or digital storytelling. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Ability to manage multiple assignments and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to learn and follow Chapman University brand standards and marketing guidelines.
Desired Qualifications	Experience creating social media content for a club, organization, business, or personal brand. Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, PostPone.com, or similar platforms. Experience with photography, video editing, Reels, or short-form video content. Students studying Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, English, Graphic Design, Film/Media, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
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Is Federal work-study required?	With or Without FWS

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MAIN CAMPUS
One University Drive
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 997-6815

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Contact Us
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Orange, California 92866
[email protected]

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

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