Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Student Digital Communication Specialist in Lexingto

Student Digital Communication Specialist

Job Title: Student Digital Communication Specialist

Requisition Number: DU14079

Department Name: 3R150: Marketing and Brand Strategy

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $10/hr

Type Of Position: Student

Position Time Status: Part-Time

Required Education: Must be an enrolled student at UK.

Required Related Experience: Knowledge of social media best practices.

Physical Requirements: Sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Shift: Flexible; up to 15 hours per week

Deadline To Apply: 12/12/2025

Job Summary

This is a student position in the UK Public Relations and Strategic Communications and Marketing and Brand Strategy offices. Under the direction of the Digital Director, the Student Digital Communication Specialist will assist in maintaining and enhancing the university’s social media. Working within our communication and marketing strategy, the Student Digital Communication Specialist will have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the dynamic field of communication, working on real‑time projects and helping to shape the university’s digital narrative.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance our social media platforms.
• Assist in content creation and scheduling.
• Support real‑time social media engagement.
• Collaborate with campus leadership and marketing teams.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Strong oral and written language skills.
• Eager and self‑starter, always seeking content ideas.
• Knowledge of what content would be of interest to current and prospective UK students.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to organization and time management.
• Ability to represent yourself professionally as a representative of UK Public Relations and Strategic Communication and Marketing and Brand Strategy.
• Knowledge of university social media best practices.
• Must have ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to work independently and sometimes virtually.

Organization Commitment

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.