UU Student - Web Design/Social Media (work study)

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking a part-time student worker in the Kahlert School of Computing to assist with web and social media design. Eligible candidates must have Federal Work-Study for the current year and be a enrolled student.

The role emphasizes web design, WordPress expertise, and creating social media content using Canva or Adobe Suite. Hours are flexible to fit class schedules and ongoing training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working in WordPress.
• Experience working in social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Designs and constructs web pages/sites and maintains the website and promos.
• Maintains and posts news and events on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
• Designs visual social media content with Canva or Adobe Suite.
• Incorporates design feedback and adheres to style guides.
• Journalism or writing experience is a bonus.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Web design familiarity

Social media experience

Tools

WordPress

Canva

Adobe Suite

Job description

Job Summary

This is a work study position for a current student to assist with various duties throughout the Kahlert School of Computing. This job posting is only available to University of Utah students who have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Please login to CIS and go to the Finance/Financial Aid section to view your Financial Aid Status. If you have not received a Federal Work-Study Award, then do not complete and submit this application. Before hire, this employer will confirm that you have received a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Familiarity with web design and social media platforms is required. Willingness to learn new skills will be highly valued. Working hours are flexible and will can be adapted to fit class schedule.

Responsibilities

• Designs and constructs web pages/sites. Maintains and provides ongoing design of the website, promos and ad banners.
• Maintain and posts news and events on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
• Experience designing visual social media content (on Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar products).
• Experience in taking design feedback and adhering to a design style guide
• Any experience in journalism, article writing, etc. is a bonus.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience working in WordPress
• Experience working in social media platforms

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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