<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience in marketing, graphic design, social media management, and digital storytelling - all while supporting our Start College Here campaign and other projects that help students take the next step in their educational and career journey. Job duties would include:</p> <ul> <li>Dream up and create social media content that speaks to real students. </li><li>Design graphics and visual assets, including brand templates, using digital tools. </li><li>Script, film, and edit short-form videos for student engagement. </li><li>Experiment with AI tools to generate content ideas. </li><li>Collect honest feedback from your peers to help us make our message stronger and clearer. </li><li>Join brainstorming and creative planning sessions with the communications team. </li><li>Tag along on video shoots as scheduling allows and learn what goes into production. </li><li>Lead one "showcase" project - like a social media campaign series, visual guide, student testimonial feature - to include in your portfolio. </li></ul> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in or recently completed a high school or postsecondary academic program; or equivalent experience or interest in a related career field. </li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. </li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. </li><li>A genuine interest in marketing, communications, design, or storytelling. </li><li>Familiarity with major social media platforms and digital content types. </li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team. </li><li>Reliable transportation to and from our Columbia office. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience with creative tools (Canva, Adobe, CapCut, FinalCut, etc.). </li><li>Comfortable jumping into video projects - either behind or in front of the camera. </li><li>Familiarity with SC's technical colleges or dual enrollment. </li><li>Leadership experience in school clubs, media, or creative art/design projects. </li><li>An eye for great design and how people actually engage with it. </li><li>Curiosity, initiative, creativity, and adaptability. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>What You'll Learn:</p> <ul> <li>How a statewide communications office works to support students and colleges. </li><li>How effective campaigns are built - from strategy to execution. </li><li>How to give and receive feedback, pitch an idea, and develop your creative voice. </li></ul>