Social Media Assistant - Online Marketing

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is seeking a Social Media Assistant to support the mission of Grand Canyon University through GCE's Online Marketing department.

Applicants: please include any relevant social media work in a portfolio and list your expected graduation date on your resume.

Purpose Within The Organization

This person will be responsible for assisting with the development of content for GCU’s official social media entities and monitoring online conversations about GCU.

Responsibilities Related To Purpose

Posting advanced information about campus events.
Communicating important campus notices (i.e. parking advisories, housing information, finance, and academic deadlines).
Assisting with social media reporting and monitoring.
Designing graphics for GCU social platforms.
Attending GCU events to capture content, which includes but is not limited to photos, video, and general social content for GCU.
Copywriting - not limited to, but including caption writing, messaging for partners and campaigns.

Equipment Used And Responsibility

Adobe Suite Products. Microsoft. Canva. Capcut. Editor.

Qualifications

Outstanding writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Advanced knowledge of Canva or Adobe Creative Suite applications.
Must have experience creating original social media content.
Advanced knowledge of CapCut.
A sense of urgency for responding to student needs.
Understanding of the audiences you are communicating to/with.
The ability to develop appropriate responses with customer service in mind.
Advanced knowledge of Facebook, Twitter/X, Threads, Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok
Advanced knowledge of AP Style.
Understanding of administrator functions in Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok.
Experience with Hootsuite or similar social media management tool is preferable.
Knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with writing for a brand is preferred.
Photography skills are a plus.
Can stay up-to-date with current memes, challenges, audio trends, and viral formats.
Knowledge of how to adapt trends to fit the brand or organization.
Valid Drivers License and Clean Driving Record

Experience/Education

Grand Canyon Education is committed to a student first policy.

Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027

Manager: Social Media Specialist

Grand Canyon Education, Inc.

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