Work Study - Banner Media Team Member

Des Moines Area Community College; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College, Boone Campus, invites applications for the Work Study - Banner Media Team Member. This part-time role supports Banner News through writing, podcasting, photography, and social media.

Join a hands-on team that produces campus coverage, posts stories, and maintains the Banner News website and archives while developing multimedia skills in a real-world college setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team and take feedback.
• Basic computer operations knowledge.
• Willingness to engage with students, faculty, staff and guests.
• Uphold Banner News policies and ethics.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Social media posting experience.
• Experience interviewing, podcasting, creating videos.
• Analytics, editing audio/video.
• Photography skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop questions, conduct interviews, and write AP-style stories.
• Post stories on Banner News and share links.
• Manage social media posts and track analytics.
• Recruiting tables and Banner Billboard creation.
• Edit pieces with Adobe software and post to Spotify/YouTube.
• Check posts for completion and maintain Google Drive archive.
• Take event photos and share with reporters.
• Participate in specialty roles like Sport Analyst.
• Perform special tasks as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Writing

Verbal skills

Research

Social media

Interviewing

Podcasting

Video editing

Photography

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Spotify

YouTube

Google Drive

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Important Eligibility Notice: This position is strictly funded through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package.

• International Students: Due to federal regulations, international students are not eligible for FWS positions. We highly encourage you to browse and apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board, which do not carry this federal restriction.

DMACC is an Affirative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail] .

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Work Study - Banner Media Team Member

Campus

Campus Boone Campus, IA

Job Number

Job Number 27-W24

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible.

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call

Lisa Kahookele at [e-mail] or [phone].

Salary Information

$12.50 per hour.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

Students will work in one or more of the following roles (as desired) with the Banner News editor and staff on communication with Boone campus community depending on individual skill/talent.

• Writers/podcasters/videographers will develop questions using research, conduct interviews, and write journalism style stories/previews using AP Style. All stories will be green lighted by the student editor and proofed by the editor and staff. Writers and podcasters will post their contribution to the website Banner News and share links with the social media manager.
• Social media managers will post new stories and other activities plus track analytics to give feedback to the editor. The manager will also manage recruiting tables and create opportunities to raise awareness of Banner News. The manager may (or may not) be the creator of the weekly flier Banner Billboard located in the bathrooms and other locations.
• Podcasters and videographers will electronically edit their pieces using Adobe Software Suite and post final versions to Spotify or YouTube.
• Website managers will check new posts for completion, deal with maintaining the website like plug-ins, etc. This position will also organize/maintain the Google Drive archive
• Photographers will take pictures at events and interviewees and share with the reporters for posting on the website.
• Specialty positions are also available like Sport Analyst depending on interest.
• Special tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Ability to be a good team member who can work independently and receive feedback regarding suggestions for improvement.
Basic knowledge of computer operations.
Willingness to engage with students, faculty, staff and guests.
Uphold the policies of Banner News and follow the established processes that it functions within including professional ethics.

Desired Qualifications

Strong research, writing, and verbal skills.
Social media posting experience.
Experience interviewing, podcasting, creating videos.
Experience with computer analytics, editing audio and video files.
Photography skills.

Work Schedule

15 hours per week, Monday – Thursday.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/05/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 04/15/2027

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Important Eligibility Notice: This position is strictly funded through the Federal Work-Study ( FWS ) program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package.

• International Students: Due to federal regulations, international students are not eligible for FWS positions. We highly encourage you to browse and apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board, which do not carry this federal restriction.

DMACC is an Affirative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail] .

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES : 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html .
ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail] .
Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail] .

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you enrolled in financial aid eligible courses as a DMACC student?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please provide your student schedule.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)