Student Social Media Coordinator

Chapman University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Chapman University is seeking a Student Social Media Coordinator to support Escalette Permanent Art Collection communications. You will help grow the collection's digital presence through content creation, audience engagement, and outreach, while coordinating posts across platforms and assisting with exhibitions and campus events.

The role emphasizes creative storytelling, basic photography, timely posting, and adherence to university brand guidelines.

Qualifications

• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Instagram and Facebook.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative thinker with content ideas.
• Basic photography and visual storytelling interest.
• Familiarity with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and streamline content across social media platforms (primarily Instagram and Facebook).
• Maintain and manage the social media posting schedule.
• Create, edit, and publish engaging written and visual content aligned with Chapman University goals.
• Track analytics to assess content performance and make recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in developing strategies to grow audience engagement and followership.
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner.
• Capture photos during Chap­man events and related activities for promotional use.
• Develop meaningful collaborations with other social media accounts on campus.
• Support social media engagement and live posting during events.
• Ensure consistency with university brand guidelines and messaging.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Editing

Photography basics

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Collections Manager of the Escalette Permanent Art Collection, a unit within Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the Student Social Media Coordinator will support a wide range of communications tasks. This position will play a key role in managing and growing the Escalette Collection’s digital presence, with a focus on content creation, audience engagement, and strategic outreach. The coordinator will contribute to planning and executing social media campaigns, maintain a regular posting schedule, monitor platform performance, and assist in promoting exhibitions, events, and initiatives to both internal and external audiences. This position also includes photographing Escalette-related events and activities for use across digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and streamline content across social media platforms (primarily Instagram and Facebook).
• Maintain and manage the social media posting schedule.
• Create, edit, and publish engaging written and visual content aligned with Escalette Collection’s goals.
• Track analytics to assess content performance and make recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in developing strategies to grow audience engagement and followership.
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner.
• Capture photos during Escalette events, installations, and related activities for promotional use.
• Develop meaningful collaborations with other social media accounts on campus.
• Support social media engagement and live posting during events.
• Ensure consistency with university brand guidelines and messaging.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, particularly Instagram and Facebook.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate compelling content ideas.
• Basic photography skills and interest in visual storytelling.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)

Desired Qualifications

• Interest in, or familiarity with, contemporary art.
• Interest in, or familiarity with, the Escalette Collection.

Compensation

Anticipated Pay Range: $17.00 - $17.00

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Location

Campus: Orange

Work Hours

Average number of hours per week: Up to 10 Hrs

Work Schedule

Desired Start Date: 08/24/2026

Projected End Date: 05/21/2027

Federal work‑study

With or Without FWS

Supervisor

Approved Supervisor: Jessica Bocinski

Supervisor Email: [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Letter of Recommendation 1
3. Work Samples

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources
One University Drive
Orange, California 92866
[e-mail]

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Campus Locations

MAIN CAMPUS
One University Drive
Orange, CA 92866
[phone]

RINKER HEALTH SCIENCE CAMPUS
9401 Jeronimo Road
Irvine, CA 92618

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