SSW Student Video Production Assistant Job at The University of Kansas in Lawren

Position OverviewThe School of Social Welfare is looking for a creative, curious and organized student Video Media Assistant to tell the story of the school on our social media platforms and other digital channels. This person will support marketing efforts with videography, photography, and written content.

As the Video Media Assistant, you will play an important role in creating content for the Schools social media channels, website, and other communications. You will have the chance to record and edit video spotlights, create designs, and curate content for various audiences. The Video Media Assistant helps strengthen engagement with current students, prospective students and key campus audiences, and supports our overall marketing communications strategy.

You will work as part of the communications team at the KU School of Social Welfare, with the marketing director, communications coordinator, and recruitment coordinators. In return, we will offer you hands-on training in a marketing and communications office, and the chance to play a creative role in promoting the University of Kansas. Job Description60% - Video Production, Social Media & Digital Content

• Produce and edit marketing videos such as student and faculty profiles, research and study spaces, recruitment, strategic initiatives and key messages.
• Record video and take photos using a DSLR camera, with assignments including events, and video interviews.
• Edit photo and video projects.
• Brainstorm, record and curate social media content.
• Create on-brand social media graphics.

30% - Website Content

• Assist in the development of video spotlights, news stories, website content and other strategic writing, as needed.
• Research and interview contacts for articles.
• Pitch story ideas in communications meetings.
• Assist with email newsletters as assigned.

10% - Other Communications Tasks

• Attend regularly scheduled communications team meetings.
• Assist in editing and proofreading collateral.
• Perform other communications tasks, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be at least sophomore status, as indicated in application materials.
1. Majoring in journalism, film, marketing, public relations, or a related field, or within the School of Social Welfare, as stated in application materials.
2. Some experience with video and social media, as demonstrated through coursework or previous experience.
3. Some experience with Adobe Creative Suite, as demonstrated through coursework or previous experience.
4. Availability to work in shifts of at least two consecutive hours between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, as stated in application materials.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects video editing software as stated in application materials.
2. Experience with video technology, DSLR camera shooting, audio and lighting equipment as stated in application materials.
3. Experience with writing, editing, proofreading and researching through coursework or previous work experience.
4. Past volunteer, internship or employment experience where marketing and communications skills were used.
5. Highly organized, detailed and an excellent communicator as demonstrated in the application materials.
6. Self-starter and proficient in time management as demonstrated in the application materials.
7. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team as demonstrated in the application materials.
8. Positive attitude and a history of strong work ethic as demonstrated in the application materials.

Position RequirementsDuring the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).Employment Conditions(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.Additional Candidate InstructionsA complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and two work samples (video samples are preferred). Apply online and submit a letter describing your qualifications for this position. Only complete applications will be considered.

To ensure consideration, apply before 5 p.m. on the application review date of 10/6. A review of applications will continue until qualified candidates are identified. Anticipated start date is as soon as possible. Contact Information to ApplicantsSean Collins:
Communications Coordinator
School of Social Welfare
sean.collins@ku.edu?
Advertised Salary Range$15.00 per hourAnticipated Start DateMonday October 13, 2025Apply to Job