Student Social Media & Digital Content Coordinator
School of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS), Cape Breton University
Create. Inspire. Connect. Shape the voice of SASS.
Are you always spotting great content online? Love creating posts, reels, videos, or stories that people actually engage with? SASS is looking for a creative, digitally engaged CBU student to help showcase the people, programs, and experiences that make our School stand out.
Working with the SASS Marketing, Recruitment, and Retention Committee, a faculty liaison, and the Dean, you’ll gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and student engagement.
Help tell the SASS story, build community, and make an impact across campus and beyond.
What You’ll Do:
Create content for Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Produce at least one poster/graphic post and one short-form video each week
Promote programs, events, opportunities, and student success stories
Highlight students, faculty, and campus life
Support recruitment and student engagement initiatives
Track analytics and adjust strategies to grow our online audience
Who You’ll Reach:
Current CBU students
High school students considering CBU
Parents and families
Faculty and staff
The broader Cape Breton community
What We’re Looking For:
Someone currently enrolled in a degree program that’s part of SASS, or a recent graduate with a degree from SASS
Active user of social media platforms, especially Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Comfortable creating short-form video content
Experience with Canva, CapCut, or similar tools
Strong communication skills and creative ideas
Reliable, organized, and self-motivated
Understanding of trends, engagement, and what connects with student audiences
Bonus Skills:
Photography, graphic design, podcasting, or video production
Experience managing social media accounts
Interviewing, storytelling, or content planning experience
Professional Development through training with CBU’s Marketing & Communications (MarComm)
Equipment (Video/Audio):
SASS will provide all equipment to the student, along with training and support from a faculty member
May need to use your personal phone for photos, short videos, or brief audio clips, but rarely if ever
Hours & Pay:
6-10 hours per week
Flexible schedule
Compensation according to CBU student employment guidelines
How to Apply:
Please submit:
Resume
Short cover letter
Optional: 2-3 examples of content you’ve created
Please send resumes and cover letter to:
Michael G. MacDonald
Department of Communication & Languages, MMR Committee Member
michael_macdonald@cbu.ca
Why this role matters: Your creativity will help students discover opportunities, celebrate achievements, connect with the SASS community, and see what makes studying Arts and Social Sciences at CBU such a rewarding experience.