Social Media Specialist
University Partners
This job at a glance
- 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