VP UNIVERSITY RELATIONS OFFICE (UA-VPUR-IUBLA)
Indiana University (IU) Innovates supports student entrepreneurs, faculty innovators, and startup founders through mentorship, venture development programming, and strategic connections across Indiana University and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. The department advances innovation and economic development by providing structured programming, networking opportunities, and startup support resources.
The Social Media and Marketing Coordinator supports the development and execution of digital communications strategies for IU Innovates. This position is responsible for creating and managing content across social media platforms, assisting with digital marketing initiatives, and ensuring consistent alignment with Indiana University brand and communications standards. This position contributes to strategic storytelling efforts that elevate IU Innovates programming, highlight student and founder success, and enhance overall visibility and engagement.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Develops, implements, and maintains content across LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook platforms.
- Produces short-form video content, including promotional videos and event recaps.
- Captures and edits photography and video at IU Innovates programs and events.
- Drafts professional, audience-specific social media copy consistent with IU brand guidelines.
- Maintains and manages a structured content calendar aligned with departmental priorities.
- Monitors social media performance metrics and prepares engagement summaries.
- Assists with email marketing campaigns utilizing Salesforce Marketing or comparable CRM platforms.
- Ensures brand consistency and adherence to Indiana University communications standards.
- Collaborates with departmental staff, students, and campus partners to support strategic marketing initiatives.
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.
Preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Experience in higher education, nonprofit, startup, or entrepreneurial environments.
Skills
Required
- Demonstrated experience managing social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram).
- Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, or similar).
- Experience with photo editing and basic graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Preferred
- Experience with Salesforce Marketing Cloud or CRM-based email marketing platforms.
- Familiarity with Indiana University brand and communications standards.
IU Innovates
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
$18 - $21 per hour depending on experience
20 - 29 hours per week
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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