Marketing and Communications Student Assistant

G/R34946P Working Title: Marketing and Communications Student Assistant Department: VetMed-Athens Diagnostic Lab About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. Employment Type: Employee Anticipated Start Date: 11/09/2026 Posting Date: 10/16/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Duties/Responsibilities Content Planning and Social Media Support Assist in developing content ideas for the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory’s social media and digital communication efforts. Develop and maintain a content calendar to support regular communication about laboratory services, employees, activities, accomplishments, and other topics of interest. Draft social media copy and develop accompanying graphics, photographs, and short-form video content. Identify opportunities to highlight laboratory services, new or existing tests, interesting cases, employees, events, and other relevant topics. Coordinate completed content with the CVM Marketing and Communications team for review, approval, scheduling, and publication. Assist with reviewing social media engagement and identifying content topics or formats that resonate with audiences. Percentage of time: 45 Marketing and Communications Content Creation Assist with: Creating promotional materials such as flyers, digital graphics, advertisements, and other communication materials. Development of the Diagnostic Laboratory’s annual newsletter and other periodic communications. Developing articles, announcements, and informational content for CVM communication platforms and hospital digital displays. Develop short-form videos, photographs, graphics, and written content for use across appropriate communication channels. Collaborate with Diagnostic Laboratory faculty and staff to gather information, photographs, and other materials needed for content development. Ensure materials follow University of Georgia and College of Veterinary Medicine branding, style, and communication guidelines. Percentage of time: 45 Other Duties as Assigned Assist with other marketing, communications, outreach, and special projects as needed. Percentage of time: 10 Classification Title: Student Assistant FLSA: Non-Exempt FTE: .50 Position Summary The Marketing and Social Media Assistant provides comprehensive digital communication and content creation support for the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. This role involves social media management, which includes brainstorming content, maintaining a content calendar, drafting copy, and monitoring audience engagement. Additionally, the assistant focuses on marketing content creation, which involves producing short-form videos, promotional flyers, annual newsletters, and digital display assets. Working collaboratively with laboratory faculty and staff, the individual ensures all materials strictly align with the University of Georgia and College of Veterinary Medicine branding and style guidelines, while also assisting with special projects, outreach, and administrative tasks as assigned. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience creating engaging content for social media or other digital platforms Experience creating short-form video content Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Coursework or experience in journalism, public relations, advertising, marketing, communications, or a related field Ability to work collaboratively with Diagnostic Laboratory staff and the CVM Marketing and Communications team Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or Premiere Pro Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines Experience with Canva or similar graphic design tools Experience with social media content planning or scheduling tools Photography and/or videography experience Attention to detail and ability to follow established brand and communication guidelines Physical Demands: lift up to 25 lbs; sit or stand for extended periods of time; driving Is this a Position of Trust?: No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No Does this position require a P-Card?: No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No Is driving a requirement of this position?: Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: Amy Lavender Recruitment Contact Email: amydors@uga.edu Organization Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. Website: https://www.uga.edu/ Telephone: 706-542-3000 Location: 215 S. Jackson St. Athens Georgia 30602 United States