• Posting Details

    Missouri State University (Springfield, MO)


    Posting Details

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position Title Education Abroad Social Media Coordinator

     

    Student Status Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

     

    Work Location Springfield Campus

     

    Department International Programs

     

    Hiring Range $15.00

    Sponsorship Information

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

     

    Department/Employer Operating Hours Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

     

    How many hours per week are required? 10 - 15

    Description of Primary Duties

    The Office of Education Abroad at Missouri State University is seeking a creative, organized, and self-motivated Social Media Coordinator to support the development, maintenance, and growth of our social media presence. This role plays a key part in increasing visibility and student engagement by curating student stories, managing a predictable content calendar, and executing a streamlined posting strategy.

     

    This position centers on content curation and content creation and requires close collaboration with Education Abroad staff, faculty, and students to capture and share authentic study abroad experiences.

    Required Qualifications

    • Strong initiative with the ability to work independently.

    • Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.

    • Experience with Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, or similar platforms.

    • Familiarity with Canva and basic video editing tools (or willingness to learn).

    • Comfortable conducting brief interviews and requesting content from students.

    • Photography and videography experience.

    • Attention to detail and ability to meet weekly deadlines.

    Required Certifications

    Additional Qualifications

    Familiarity with creating content for Instagram (primary student platform), TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

     

    Why Join Our Team?

     

    • Build a professional digital media portfolio.

    • Gain hands-on experience in higher education marketing and communications.

    • Work in a globally focused office centered on student success.

    • Develop real-world skills in content creation, analytics, storytelling, and engagement strategy.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    How to Apply

    • Submit your résumé and a brief statement of interest through the Missouri State University Student Employment portal. Applicants are encouraged—but not required—to include samples of prior social media or digital content as part of their application.

    • Candidates selected for an interview will be required to create and submit a piece of original, Education Abroad–themed social media content as part of the interview process.

    Contact Information

    [email protected]

    Disclaimer

    Disclaimer (https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/156/docs/397337.pdf) for off campus positions only.

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    Equal Opportunity Statement

     

    Non-Discrimination Statement

     

    Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

     

    This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

     

    The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252.

     

    Posting Detail

     

    Open Date 01/12/2026

     

    Close Date 02/02/2026

     

    Posting Number 20260001STU

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter

    + Online Media Presentation

    + Work Study Award Letter (Student)

     

    Optional Documents

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

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