Social Media Specialist

University Partners

Charlottesville, VAFresher1h agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year
Nice to have
Social mediaMarketingCanva
Work
On-site in Charlottesville
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
Marketing76%Social media24%Canva10%of 21 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Nov 12, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

We are a student housing company focused on creating vibrant, community-driven living experiences for college students. Our communities live online just as much as they do onsite, and we’re looking for a Social Media Specialist to help bring our properties, events, and resident life to life across social platforms. This role is ideal for a college student who understands social media culture, trends, and content creation—and enjoys helping others improve their online presence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with onsite teams to review and provide feedback on their social media accounts
  • Help guide onsite teams on best practices for content, engagement, and brand consistency
  • Assist with content planning, ideation, and execution for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and others
  • Identify trends, sounds, and content styles relevant to college students and student housing
  • Create original content or templates that onsite teams can easily replicate
  • Support campaign launches, events, and promotions through social media
  • Monitor performance and engagement, and share insights or recommendations for improvement

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled college student (marketing, communications, media, or related fields preferred but not required)
  • Experience managing personal or business social media accounts with a following or creating content (Reels, TikToks, Stories, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of social media trends, tone, and platform best practices
  • Comfortable giving constructive feedback and working with multiple teams
  • Creative, organized, and detail-oriented
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Canva, Adobe tools, or video editing apps
  • Previous internship or campus organization involvement related to marketing or social media
  • Familiarity with analytics or social media insights

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