Student Media Assistant (FALL)

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's School of Meteorology is seeking a part-time Student Assistant to help with news items by writing or filming pieces that highlight achievements of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners. You will work with IT and academic staff and manage alumni social media channels on a flexible schedule.

Must be enrolled in the FALL term, majoring in a related field, with strong communication skills and the ability to produce compelling content for the website and social

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student in the FALL term at the University of Oklahoma.
• Majoring in meteorology, geography, environmental science, computer science, engineering, or related discipline.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to design/produce pieces.

Responsibilities

• Read, sort, and research news items to write or film informational pieces.
• Highlight achievements of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners.
• Build, maintain, and engage School of Meteorology Alumni social media pages.
• Work with School IT and Academic staff; assist with events as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Deadline management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Currently enrolled in FALL term

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Photoshop

Premiere

Social media

Job description

Pay Range: Targeted salary of $13/hr, based on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: 10-20 hours per week on a flexible schedule

Travel: May be required

Position Introduction

The School of Meteorology is looking for a part-time Student Assistant who will help with our area: Duties would include: reading, sorting, and researching of School of Meteorology news items in order to write or film informational pieces highlighting the achievements of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners. Student assistants will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the technical ability to design or produce pieces and share them with our audience. Some background in both broadcast journalism and meteorology will be necessary in order to understand and properly disseminate information. A certain level of on-screen comfort will also be important. Stories will be shared on the School’s website as well as social media outlets. The student will work closely with School IT and Academic staff for stories. This position would also be responsible for building, maintaining, and engaging School of Meteorology Alumni social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn). This role will also assist with other duties as assigned which may change based on the time of year (ex: organization of offices, assisting with school events).

Required Education And Experience

Must be currently enrolled in the FALL term as a student at the University of Oklahoma.

Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Majoring in meteorology, geography, environmental science, computer science, engineering, or a related discipline.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Class Schedule

Required Skills And Proficiencies

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite of products and Internet.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interact positively with students, faculty and staff, and non-university individuals.

Required Certifications And Licenses

None

Department Preferences

• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Premiere, and social media
• Previous experience in broadcast and video editing.
• Previous experience using video and still photography equipment
• Meteorology major or minor with sophomore status or above.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check:

No