Student Content Creator

USU; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The USU is seeking a current University of Sydney student to help create engaging digital content for TikTok and Instagram Reels. You will craft authentic stories from the student perspective and bring the USU and campus life to life across social platforms.

You will shoot, edit and publish short-form videos, cover campus events, and contribute to monthly performance reviews. The role is Monday–Friday with occasional weekend shifts, paying AUD 38.74 per hour (inclusive of casual loading).

Qualifications

• Current USYD student, graduating no earlier than end of Semester 2, 2027.
• Experience creating or managing short-form content.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Create, produce and edit content for TikTok and Instagram Reels.
• Tell authentic stories from the student perspective.
• Cover campus events on IG stories and photoshoots/video campaigns.
• Produce monthly reports and review content performance.
• Work autonomously and with the wider team.

Skills

TikTok content creation

Video editing

Storytelling

Analytical reporting

Communication

Team collaboration

Front/behind camera confidence

Tools

TikTok

Instagram Reels

Content creation apps

Job description

• Create engaging TikTok and Instagram Reels content
• Confidence both in front of and behind the camera
• High attention to detail and organisational skills

WHO WE ARE

The USU is a not-for-profit organisation that has existed to serve the University of Sydney community since 1874 when it began as a humble society for ambitious student debaters. We provide key programs, services and facilities that enhance campus life for the many thousands who join and interact with us. The programs department deliver student experiences through a range of activities including programs, events, clubs and societies, activations and funding initiatives. The USU’s vision is to provide the best university experience in Australia and our mission is to be the heart of uni life.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

You are a current USYD Student with a passion for creating digital content. You will use your strong creative and video skills to create engaging and relatable content which personifies the USU and bring the student experience at USYD to life.

• Work both autonomously and with the wider team to develop, produce and edit content for use on primarily TikTok and Instagram Reels.
• Tell authentic stories from the student perspective.
• Use your knowledge of the social media and influencer space to be on the pulse of what’s next and trends within the social and digital world.
• Attend and cover campus events on IG stories and take part in photoshoots and video campaigns.
• Use your analytical knowledge to produce monthly reports and review the performance of content.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Deep understanding of TikTok and short-form content, with experience creating or managing accounts and spotting emerging trends.
• Creative, curious and passionate about producing engaging content for young audiences.
• Confident both in front of and behind the camera.
• Strong video editing skills using TikTok, Instagram Reels and content creation apps.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Must be a current University of Sydney student, graduating no earlier than the end of Semester 2, 2027.

HOURS OF WORK

The shifts are predominantly Monday-Friday, with the occasional weekend shift where required.

THE PAY

$38.74 per hour, inclusive of casual loading

IDEAL START date

Monday, 13th November, 2026

ABOUT THE USU

TheUSU(University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience.

Led by a student board elected by our members, the USU provides fun things on campus, such asfestivals, events and parties. We manage a diverse range of programs, including an activevolunteering programand aLanguage Exchange, to name a few. In addition, we support over 200Clubs and Societiesas well as operatebars, food and retail outlets across campus, providing great coffee, affordable fresh food,graduation gown hireandofficialUSYD merchandise.

We arecommitted to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. Wepromote healthy living and aims to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).