Digital Media Specialist

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4449P

Home Org Name
SA Communications

Division Name
Student Affairs

Position Title
Digital Media Specialist

Job Class Code
OC05A

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Student Affairs is searching for a Digital Media Specialist to join our Communications and Marketing team. This individual will use creative storytelling to help showcase the Auburn student experience through engaging, dynamic video content for web and social media. Additionally, they will work closely with colleagues from across the Division of Student Affairs to help departments reach their communications goals. The successful candidate must be willing to work some nights and weekends as needed to support student events.

For additional information about the Auburn University Division of Student Affairs, Please visit:
Formal AU Job Title: Producer/Director I

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing team and division colleagues to imagine and create video content that elevates the Student Affairs brand.
• social media accounts. This involves creating posts and responding to comments on posts.
• Meet with Student Affairs clients, serving as a consultant in determining the best creative approach to meet their project goals and as a guide in helping them understand the production process and timeline.
• Support Student Affairs colleagues with live streaming video for events and social media marketing as needed.
• Mentor and provide direction to student videographers as needed, contributing to their professional growth and ensuring the quality of their work.
• Create and maintain digital screen images for Student-Affairs buildings
• Serve as point of contact for Salesforce software within Student Affairs

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today. War Eagle.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Experience creating content for social media, capturing and editing still photography, and using a digital asset management platform.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$43,190 - $64,790

Job Category
Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
05/13/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

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