Marketing and Communications Content Creator
Position Overview
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Marketing and Communications is seeking a creative, motivated, and social media-savvy student to join our team as a Content Creator.
This position is ideal for students interested in marketing, communications, digital media, photography, videography, or graphic design who want hands-on experience creating content for official university social media channels.
The Content Creator will work alongside the Social Media Coordinator to produce engaging digital content that showcases campus life, student experiences, university events, academics, and the Islander community. This role is highly creative and offers opportunities to develop professional skills in content strategy, storytelling, photography, videography, and social media marketing.
Responsibilities
Content Creation
- Capture high-quality photos and videos across campus, including university events, student life, academics, athletics, and campus experiences.
- Create engaging short-form content for platforms including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other university social media channels.
- Appear on camera in videos, interviews, and promotional content.
- Edit videos using current social media trends and platform best practices.
- Design graphics for social media using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar software.
Social Media
- Collaborate with the Social Media Coordinator to brainstorm creative content ideas and campaigns.
- Assist with planning and creating content that aligns with the university's social media strategy.
- Stay up to date on emerging social media trends, platform updates, and digital storytelling techniques.
- Assist with content planning and scheduling.
Brand Representation
- Represent Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in a professional, positive, and authentic manner.
- Help tell the stories that make the Islander experience unique through engaging and creative content.
- Ensure all content follows university branding and communication standards.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
- Passion for social media, content creation, and digital storytelling.
- Comfortable appearing on camera and speaking in videos.
- Experience creating content for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other social media channels.
- Familiarity with video editing software such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar.
- Experience with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Photography and videography experience preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative, organized, and detail oriented.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn in a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience creating content for official university social media accounts.
- Professional portfolio pieces for future career opportunities.
- Mentorship from Marketing & Communications professionals.
- Experience with social media strategy, branding, photography, videography, and digital marketing.
- Opportunities to strengthen creative, communication, and storytelling skills.
- Flexible work schedule that accommodates academic commitments.
Hours
- Work study is preferred.
- 15 hours per week at $10/hr.
- Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with occasional evenings or weekends for university events (with advanced notice).
Apply
Apply on Handshake or by emailing kaitlyn.anderson@tamucc.edu.