Student Employee - College of Arts & Media - Social Media Intern (CAM Marketing

Requisition: 202600089ST Title: Student Employee - College of Arts & Media - Social Media Intern (CAM Marketing & Communications Team) Employee Class: Student Employee College Work Study Position: No Department: Office of the Dean - College of Arts & Media Division: Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week: 20-28 - flexible schedule Hiring Rate: $13 per hour Preferred Student Classification: All classifications will be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Please read the description thoroughly and direct any questions to Dominic Carozza (carozza@shsu.edu). Position will begin in Fall 2026. Interviews will take place in Spring/Summer 2026. The College of Arts & Media is seeking a dynamic and creative student who is interested in the development and management of social media. This intern provides support for the CAM Marketing Team by maintaining a strong presence on social media for all accounts and developing social media campaigns that promote engagement as well as CAM events and achievements. The CAM community includes the Departments of Art, Dance, Mass Communication, Theatre & Musical Theatre, and the School of Music. The CAM Marketing Team provides student interns with the opportunity to work in a professional setting and gain valuable real‑world skills and training that will benefit their future careers. This intern will report to the Director of Strategic Initiatives & Operations (head of the CAM marketing team) and the CAM Communications Manager. Duties and Expectations Learn and use web applications for calendaring and social media management (primarily Outlook and Sprout Social). Generate copy for captions on various platforms. Create, present, and schedule campaigns for promotion of CAM events using content generated by departments and/or the marketing team. Create, present, and schedule campaigns that encourage engagement from current/prospective students and other followers. Write copy for mass emails, newsletters, and general email communications for the College of Arts & Media. Draft clear, concise web copy for basic news and highlight stories to be published on CAM websites and platforms. Contact SHSU students, faculty, staff, and alumni to generate content. Check for comments/direct messages on each platform and reply accordingly every day. Have strong attention to detail, stay organized and meet deadlines. Stay up to date with social media trends applicable to higher education. Review analytics for all platforms and provide feedback for admins. Collaborate with Videography Intern to create, produce, and edit reels and other short‑form video content. Demonstrate comfort and professionalism on camera when participating in video content. Participate in CAM recruitment events, outreach activities, and tabling sessions as needed to support college visibility and engagement. Other projects as assigned. Other Requirements for the Position Required Qualifications Applicants must have and maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. The successful internship candidate may be eligible for a scholarship within the College of Arts & Media. Interested applicants must have a completed Scholarships4Kats application on file to be considered for a scholarship. Team Collaboration Responsibilities All interns on the CAM Marketing Team are expected to do the following: Learn and use web applications for project management and cloud storage (primarily Microsoft Teams and Outlook). Communicate openly, effectively, and frequently with team admins. Work collaboratively with other members of the CAM Marketing Team. Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, faculty, and staff. Maintain the confidentiality of CAM information. Learn and follow all college and Sam Houston State University brand standards. Assist and participate in the organization and execution of CAM-sponsored events that may include nights or weekends (Saturday@Sam, Bearkat Family Weekend, Orientations, CAM performances, etc.). Other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Proficient in using social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. General knowledge of social media strategies, trends, and analytics. Capable of handling a fast‑paced marketing environment. Creative and extroverted personality with a passion for arts and media. Hours & Pay Starting pay of $13 an hour. Flexible schedule. Typically, 20 – 28 hours per week. Hours may vary. Will be expected to work occasional nights and weekends. Open Date 03/16/2026 Position Number 9N9862 Contact Name & Title Dominic Carozza, CAM Communications Manager Contact Phone 936-294-2777 Contact Email carozza@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room # DRCB 123 EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report #J-18808-Ljbffr