Student Associate, SCL Communications

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Student Associate for SCL Communications on the UT Main Campus. This part-time role (15 hours/week) supports the School of Civic Leadership by creating engaging social content, capturing events with photos and short videos, drafting captions, and publishing across platforms.

Immediate start, with content aligned to UT branding and accessibility guidelines. Responsibilities include attending campus events, developing content ideas, tracking

Qualifications

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft clear, engaging social captions.
• Familiarity with Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and other major platforms.
• Experience taking photos or recording short-form video with a smartphone or camera.

Responsibilities

• Attend School events, lectures, programs, and other activities to capture high-quality photos and short-form video content.
• Develop engaging captions and social media posts reflecting the School’s voice, mission, and brand.
• Publish or schedule approved content across designated social media platforms.
• Independently identify and pursue content opportunities from student experiences and campus events.
• Develop original social media concepts, recurring series, and short videos to boost engagement.
• Monitor social media trends and advise on participation strategies.
• Track performance metrics like reach, impressions, engagement, and follower growth.
• Prepare brief reports on content trends and opportunities to improve engagement.
• Maintain a social media content calendar and plan coverage for events.
• Organize and manage digital photo and video files.
• Ensure content follows university policies, accessibility standards, and branding guidelines.
• Coordinate with communications for reviews and approvals before publishing.

Skills

Strong written communication

Social media familiarity

Photography/short-form video

Education

Coursework in communications/marketing/public relations

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Student Associate, SCL Communications

Hiring Department: School of Civic Leadership

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 15

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 16, 2027

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

General Notes Established in 2023 as UT Austin’s newest college, the School of Civic Leadership is a community of scholars and students dedicated to studying the foundational ideas and institutions of a free society, with the goal of advancing human flourishing. We value independent thought, civil discourse, reasoned deliberation, and intellectual curiosity as we prepare to meet the challenges of the present and sustain the blessings of liberty for future generations. Upholding the University’s motto—Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis, “Education is the guardian genius of democracy”—we advance The University of Texas at Austin’s mission to achieve excellence in education, research, and public service.

Purpose The Communications Student Associate will support the School’s social media presence by creating engaging, timely content that highlights its students, faculty, programs, and events. This role is ideal for a creative and dependable student who enjoys photography, social media, and storytelling. The student associate will attend events, capture photos and short-form video, draft captions, and help publish content across the School’s social media platforms. They will also independently identify opportunities to create original content while attending campus activities or representing the School in the community.

Responsibilities

• Attend School events, lectures, programs, and other activities to capture high-quality photos and short-form video content.
• Develop engaging captions and social media posts that reflect the School’s voice, mission, and brand.
• Publish or schedule approved content across designated social media platforms.
• Independently identify and pursue content opportunities, including student experiences, campus activities, behind-the-scenes moments, and other relevant topics.
• Develop original social media concepts, recurring content series, and short-form videos designed to increase audience engagement.
• Monitor social media trends and recommend appropriate ways for the School to participate.
• Track social media performance, including reach, impressions, engagement, follower growth, and other relevant insights.
• Prepare brief reports identifying content trends, successful posts, and opportunities to improve engagement.
• Assist with maintaining a social media content calendar and planning coverage for upcoming events.
• Organize and maintain digital photo and video files.
• Ensure content follows University policies, accessibility standards, and applicable branding guidelines.
• Coordinate with the communications team to obtain necessary reviews and approvals before publishing content.
• Perform other communications-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to create clear and engaging social media captions.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms, particularly Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook.
• Experience taking photos or recording short-form video content using a smartphone or camera.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, photography, videography, or a related field.
• Experience managing social media accounts for a student organization, academic unit, business, or other organization.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design and editing tools.
• Knowledge of current social media trends and best practices.

Salary Range

$17.00/hr

Work Shift

Some evenings required

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Fall 2026 availability
• Sample social media portfolio

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

Company Culture

Start Here, Change the World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world.

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