Job Details

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Social Media and Content Assistant

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Job ID

5456

Job Type

On-Campus Jobs

Employer

G/L Conference

Date Posted

Jan 21, 2026

Job Category

Media, Marketing, & Graphic Design

Job Description

Position Summary

The Department of Languages and Literatures at UNC Asheville is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Student Social Media and Content Assistant. This position supports the department’s digital presence and outreach efforts by producing engaging content for social media, writing feature stories on department faculty and alumni to be used in our newsletter and University communications, and representing the department at events both on campus and in the community.

Key Responsibilities

Create, curate, and post engaging content for the department’s Instagram account, including photos, short videos, stories, and graphics.
Write feature stories and profiles highlighting faculty, alumni, current students, and department events for use in the departmental newsletter and online platforms.
Represent the Department of Languages and Literatures at on-campus events and in the community.
Collaborate with faculty and staff to gather information, plan content, and promote departmental initiatives.

Work Schedule & Compensation

Part-time student position; hours per week determined in coordination with the department.
Work may include occasional evening or weekend events.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Skills

Interest in languages, global cultures, or humanities disciplines.

Strong writing and editing skills.
Proficiency with Google Workspace applications (Google Docs, Forms, Drive, etc.).
Proficiency using Instagram, including posting, basic analytics, and creating Stories/Reels.
Experience using digital design tools such as Canva; familiarity with Mailchimp or similar platforms.
Strong verbal communication skills and comfort interacting with other students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

Experience in photography, video editing, or multimedia content creation.
Due to budget constraints we are hoping to find a student who is eligible for Federal Work Study. However, we may be able to fund the position directly from our department, so please apply even if you do not currently have a FWS award.

Technical Skills

Brainstorming, Canva, Infographics, Photography, Social Media Management, Video Editing

Soft Skills

Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Creativity and Innovation, Interpersonal Skills

Number of Available Openings

Hours

10.0 hours per week

Hourly Rate

$14.00/hour to $15.00/hour

Time Frame

Academic Year

Supervisor's Name

Tabby Price

Supervisor's Email

tprice4@unca.edu

Supervisor's Phone Number

828-251-6419

Address

Whitesides 232

Secondary Contact

UNC Asheville is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status with respect to all terms, conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities, employment, and the use of university facilities.