Social Media Assistant Position Available In Manatee, Florida

Social Media Assistant University of South Florida – 4.1 Tampa, FL Job Details Part-time $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Social media management Adobe Creative Suite High school diploma or GED Canva Video editing Communication skills Entry level 10 years

Full Job Description Hourly Rate:

$16.00/hourly

Schedule:

Part-Time, 20 Hours per week. The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. About the Role The University of South Florida Athletic Department is looking for a creative, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Social Media Assistant to join our external digital management team. This position will support the promotion of South Florida’s 21 varsity sports programs through innovative and engaging social media content that connects with Bulls fans nationwide. As a Social Media Assistant, you’ll play a key role in enhancing the Bulls brand by creating real-time content, assisting with media coverage during games, and helping to grow our online presence across platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, and YouTube. Key Responsibilities Assist with content creation, including graphics, photos, videos, and copy for USF Athletics social channels and digital assets. Cover live sporting events (home and select away games) with real-time social updates and written articles. Monitor trends and provide input on emerging platforms, styles, and engagement tactics. Help organize and schedule weekly content calendars. Work closely with the communications, marketing, and creative teams to ensure brand consistency. Participate in brainstorms and creative planning meetings. Track and report on social media analytics and engagement metrics.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of social media platforms and digital trends. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as needed (game coverage). Basic photo and video editing skills; experience with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva a plus. Passion for sports and familiarity with NCAA athletics is highly encouraged. Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead ( ) to coordinate your accommodation request. The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Working at USF With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.