ST Content Creator - Sierra Vista

Position Summary

Position Summary: The Student – Content Creator is responsible for supporting the marketing and communication efforts of Cochise College to include, but not limited to, video production, vlogging, social media content creation, writing news articles, updating web pages, and creating a range of marketing, promotions and communications to inform students and promote active engagement in activities.

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.

• Assist the media & communications manager with creating social media and video content or work with other students to be involved in projects.
• Assist the marketing office to identify and develop compelling and informational story topics.
• Produce original and shareable marketing content that showcases Cochise College’s student culture, events, programs and mission to be used on the college website, social media or other platforms as needed.
• Assist the media & communications manager with storytelling when projects are assigned.
• Attend campus events and report on stories to inform, entertain and engage potential and current students.
• Assist the marketing office staff with tasks assigned as needed.
• Follow appropriate guidelines and processes for media and communications and collaborate with the marketing team to ensure content represents Cochise College’s brand standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

• Enrollment at Cochise College with a minimum of 6 credits per semester and 3 credits in the summer
• Possess and maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher
• Students attending Cochise College on an F-1 Visa require full-time enrollment with a minimum of 12 credits per semester and six credits in the summer
• Preference may be given to individuals who are bilingual in English and Spanish

• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the latest marketing trends and techniques and social media
• Knowledge of the proper operation of and the ability to use personal computers, Apple systems and applications and standard office equipment
• Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of media and video production equipment (cameras, lighting and audio), software (Canva, Cap Cut, Adobe Suite applications: Express, Photoshop, Premiere, Audition, etc), web, social media platforms and trends.
• Ability to work accurately, efficiently, and effectively with all types of data
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
• Ability to relate to a diverse population in a professional and helpful manner, and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
• Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
• Ability to serve as a Cochise College brand ambassador, make public appearances or host on behalf of the college in video content or projects.

Work is primarily performed under general supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls.

• Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
• Sedentary Work:
  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met
• Mental Application:
  Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important

Media & Communications Manager