Social Media Specialist

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Assists in the creation, implementation, and monitoring of strategic marketing campaigns via social media to generate greater awareness of the FIU Athletics brand. Stays up to date with current industry trends and can create content that is both informative and engaging.

• Assists with objectives for social media profiles, establishes effective benchmarks for measuring impact of social media programs, and creates a content strategy and schedule.
• Provides supervision, training, and support to student staff where appropriate.
• Tell the story of FIU Athletics, promoting student-athletes, coaches, staff and teams through video and photo content for social media, website (FIUSports.com) and other digital-based platforms.
• Identifies opportunities and strategies for social media trends; film and edit content to drive engagement on those accounts. new social media profiles and initiatives.
• Film and edit videos and photos for use on in-stadium video boards, live broadcasts (ESPN+), fulfillment of sponsor contracts and other marketing and promotional usages.
• Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA and department rules and policies pertaining to the position of Social Media Specialist. Reports any known NCAA violations or concerns to the Director of Athletic Compliance and be responsible for the monitoring of any subordinate as it relates to NCAA regulations.
• Ensures consistent, accurate representation of the FIU Athletics and University brand.
• Collaborates with the Division of Strategic Communications, Government and External Affairs.
• Curates content to distribute via social media and deliver to student-athletes and coaches.
• Assists in the development of a year-round content calendar.
• Shoots and edits photos and video of practices, games and other athletics events, track and apply social media analytics to ensure quality content strategies.
• Organize, manage and archive photo and video content.
• Stays up to date on the latest social media trends and state-of the art technology, such as new algorithms, features and platforms.

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field and one (1) year of experience working with social media in a communications, marketing, or public relations setting.

• Experience with Premiere, Final Cut or other video-editing software.
• Experience with DSLR video operations.
• Experience with After Effects, Photoshop, LightRoom.

Administrative

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

Operating University Vehicles (all types)

• Driver's License Check
• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

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FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.