Hourly Pooled - Digital Engagement Intern

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JOB TITLE:  

Digital Engagement Intern

JOB PURPOSE:   

Reporting to the Digital Engagement Specialist, the Digital Engagement Intern will be key to helping us connect with our alumni. This role will focus on content creation, social media management, social community engagement, and other digital engagement activities that connect our alumni with each other and back to the University of Wyoming. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Content Creation & Visual Storytelling

• Assist in producing high-energy reels, graphics, and posts for UWAA social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Capture high-quality photography and video at UW events and across campus to build our visual library.
• Brainstorm creative concepts for upcoming alumni initiatives.

Social Media & Community Management

• Manage social platforms on a consistent basis, including scheduling, caption writing, and platform-specific optimization.
• Drive community engagement by interacting with non-followers and followers and executing pre- and post-event "hype" content.
• Monitor trends to ensure UWAA stays relevant in an ever-changing digital landscape.

Strategy & Analytics

• Analyze performance metrics (likes, shares, clicks, etc.) to help the team understand what resonates with our audience.
• Support the Digital Engagement Specialist in translating data into actionable marketing insights and data-driven decisions. 

COMPETENCIES: 

• The "Pokes" Spirit: A genuine enthusiasm for the University of Wyoming.
• Creative Eye: A knack for aesthetic photo/video and engaging copywriting.
• Self-Starter: The ability to take a project from a "rough idea" to a finished post.
• Reliability: Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Education: Currently enrolled student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, or related field.
• Portfolio/Experience: Previous experience managing professional social media accounts or a portfolio of creative work (class projects or personal brand)

• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or mobile video editing apps (CapCut, etc.). 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/