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Position Summary/Overview
The Unity Center is seeking a creative, organized, and reliable Student Media Assistant to help document and promote Unity Center programs and events. This role plays a key part in ensuring students feel seen, valued, and represented through visual storytelling.
Position Information
Position Title: Student Media Assistant
Department: Unity Center
Hiring Manager: Cliff-Simon Vital
Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour (Plus standard annual increases when applicable)
Term of Employment: Full Academic Year (Fall and Spring Semesters, Winter and Summer opportunities are also available)
Key Responsibilities
- Attend Unity Center programs and events to capture high-quality photos and videos
- Create engaging social media content, including reels, short videos, and recap posts
- Organize and maintain digital media files in a structured and accessible way
- Collaborate with staff to highlight key moments, stories, and student experiences
- Support the creation of event recaps and promotional materials
- Assist in advancing the Unity Center’s mission of fostering belonging and visibility for all students
- Attend regular staff meetings and contribute ideas for content and storytelling
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Interest or experience in photography, videography, or content creation
- Comfortable using social media platforms (Instagram, etc.)
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends for events
- Reliable, responsible, and able to meet deadlines
- Passion for storytelling and supporting diverse student communities
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
- Experience with editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Lightroom)
- Eye for visual composition and storytelling
- Previous involvement with campus programming or events
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Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the I-9 and employment eligibility requirements. You will need to bring your original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to your designated representative or The Office of Human Resources (Peggy Ryan Williams Center, Garden Level) to complete the form. More about acceptable documentation can be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acce... Please note that photos or copies will not be accepted.
For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.
For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.
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