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The Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing is hiring a graduate assistant to help with communications, marketing, social media, and brand management efforts.  Student must be able to work 20 hours per week. Scheduling will be at the discretion of the student and their supervisor.

Rate determined by GAU

Responsibilities include:

• Writing stories for UF News and for media distribution
• Pitching stories to media
• Supporting with institutional stories (awards, student profiles)
• Assist with administrative tasks, including Trello updates, Experts, etc.
• Developing and implementing a strategy in coordination with colleagues for the UF News X account
• Assist with other marketing and communications projects as assigned

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand content creation and organization for a variety of communications and marketing efforts
• Refine writing and communications skills for media, web, etc.
• Experience working with news media on pitching
• Experience developing/implementing social media strategy as well as tracking metrics
• Understand communications, social media and marketing brand management and guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

Must be a currently enrolled University of Florida student with good academic and conduct standing. Must be able to work 20 hours per week with a schedule that allows work to be completed during business hours (M-F, 8am-5pm) in at least 2-hour blocks. This position may be on-site or hybrid of on-site/remote.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient writer with background in AP Style, news writing, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Word
• Basic understanding of social media platforms
• Ability to read, write and communicate professionally
• Basic copywriting skills

Interested students should apply by sending a resume and cover letter to brittany.alana@ufl.edu by November 28.