Temporary Employee

Job no: 504752
Position type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Division/Equivalent: DU_Provost-Acad
School/Unit: College of Engineering
Department/Office: COE - Marketing and Communications
Categories: Drexel University, College of Engineering

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Job Summary

The College of Engineering’s Marketing and Communication Office seeks a creative and motivated Communications Assistant to support content creation across various digital platforms. This part-time position plays a key role in engaging both internal and external audiences by producing dynamic content for the web, newsletters, social media, and other communication channels.

Essential Functions

  • Assist in creating and curating content for social media, newsletters, and the college website.
  • Conduct outreach to students and student organizations, interviewing, photographing, and recording videos during college activities and events.
  • Capture engaging content, including photos and videos, to highlight college events and news for social media and news feeds.
  • Write compelling captions and posts for social media platforms.
  • Edit and prepare video content for newsletters and social media.
  • Collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to brainstorm and develop innovative ideas and content.
  • Monitor trends in communications and social media, providing insights and implementing new strategies to enhance audience engagement.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • A creative approach to social media with a focus on promoting engagement.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, and staff to produce high-quality content.
  • Strong knowledge of the latest communications and social media trends.
  • Experience or coursework in journalism, communications, or public relations is preferred.
  • Proficiency in graphic design and/or photography to support written content.

Physical Demands

  • Typically sitting at a desk/table

Location

  • University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This is a Part-Time temporary position classified as Non-Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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