Social Media, Videography & Video Editing Assistant (Student/Work Study/TEMP)

Job Summary

The Student Success Center at the University of Michigan-Flint is seeking a creative and dependable individual to support the First Gen Success @ UM-Flint initiative, funded by the Life-Changing Education Grant. This individual will assist with social media, marketing, videography, and video editing to help highlight first-generation student stories, promote student success programming, and build awareness of campus resources.

The role includes creating engaging social media posts, recording and editing short-form videos, taking photos at events, organizing content, and helping share meaningful stories that connect with UM-Flint students. The ideal individual will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, creativity, and an interest in student success, first-generation student experiences, and digital storytelling.

Responsibilities*

• Assist with capturing first-generation student stories for the First Gen Success @ UM-Flint initiative.
• Record interviews, student reflections, and program footage that will be used to create short documentary-style films.
• Help set up basic lighting, audio, and camera equipment for filming sessions.
• Edit interview footage and short video segments for clarity, flow, storytelling, and engagement.
• Support the development of short documentary films that highlight the experiences, challenges, successes, and voices of first-generation students.
• Add captions and assist with accessibility needs for all video content.
• Organize and manage video files, photos, interview clips, and final edited content.
• Assist with creating short promotional clips for social media, web, and campus use.
• Occasionally attend events or program sessions to take photos and record video footage.
• Communicate with Student Success Center staff to gather information about filming needs, program highlights, and upcoming events.
• Help maintain a content calendar for video releases, social media posts, and promotional materials.
• Assist with creating engaging social media content to promote First Gen Success @ UM-Flint.
• Support the overall storytelling, marketing, and visibility of the First Gen Success @ UM-Flint initiative funded through the Life-Changing Education Grant.

Required Qualifications*

• Experience with video recording and video editing
• Ability to support the creation of short documentary-style films
• Basic understanding of camera, lighting, and audio setup
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to create clear, engaging, and professional social media content
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Dependability and professionalism when working with students, staff, and campus partners
• Creativity and interest in storytelling, student success, and first-generation student experiences
• Basic knowledge of common social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and X/Twitter
• Willingness to maintain student privacy and follow university expectations when working with student stories, photos, and video content

Desired Qualifications*

• Current UM-Flint student or recently graduated from UM-Flint

Modes of Work

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Social Media, Videography & Video Editing Assistant (Student/Work Study/TEMP)

MARKETING & MEDIA ASST (TEMP)

Part-Time

Temporary

Nonexempt

Flint Vc Enrollment

5/05/2026 - 5/15/2026

$15.00 - $15.00