Bismarck State College · 3 months ago
Work-Study or Student Athletics Social Media Specialist
Bismarck, ND
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$16/hr - $16/hrBismarck State College is dedicated to student success and focuses on providing high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences. The Work-Study or Student Athletics Social Media Specialist will support the Public Affairs department through social media content creation, game-day coverage, and marketing tasks while ensuring adherence to branding standards.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the Public Affairs department through social media content creation, game-day coverage, photography and assistance with general marketing and organizational tasks
Ensure all work reflects BSC’s Mystics brand standards and enhances visibility for athletic programs and institutional initiatives
Provide real-time coverage of athletic events, highlights, behind-the-scenes content, and photos
Collaborate with the sports information coordinator to gather information and assets for content creation
Coordinate with Public Affairs and Athletics staff to meet project deadlines and campaign goals
Create short-form videos, reels, and graphics using approved templates or tools to boost engagement
Capture photos or short video clips at games and events when needed
Perform general office, data entry, and clerical duties for Public Affairs and Athletics
Support the organization and archiving of design files, photos, and creative assets
Ensure proper use of BSC branding across all projects
Assist with data entry, file management, and clerical duties related to marketing and design tasks
Support internal communications by helping distribute event promotions across campus channels
Support innovation and share ideas to improve social media strategy, fan engagement, and digital storytelling
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Experience managing or creating content for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook)
Strong visual sense, with originality and creative flair
Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Express, or similar design tools
Understanding of current social media trends, hashtags, and best practices
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects
Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to attend athletic events for game-day coverage, including some evenings and weekends
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (essential function)
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with diverse personalities
Preferred
Experience working on design-focused projects
Familiarity with social media platforms and designing for digital formats (Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, etc.)
Experience designing for print and digital (flyers, posters, programs, web graphics)
Understanding of brand identity and ability to follow brand guidelines
Basic photography or photo editing experience (preferred but not required)
Understanding of sports culture and visual trends in collegiate athletics
Company
Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College is a college located in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Founded in 1939
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.05MKey Investors
U.S. Department of EducationLumina Foundation
2024-10-02Grant· $9.9M
2023-07-18Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Sonya Koble
Chief Financial Officer
Rita Lindgren
Chief Human Resources Officer
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