Student Content Creator

Job Description

Join a supportive and collaborative team Create engaging and relatable video content about your experiences as a USYD student Work is flexible around your classes WHO WE ARE The USU is a not-for-profit organisation that has existed to serve the University of Sydney community since 1874 when it began as a humble society for ambitious student debaters. We provide key programs, services and facilities that enhance campus life for the many thousands who join and interact with us. The programs department deliver student experiences through a range of activities including programs, events, clubs and societies, activations and funding initiatives. The USU’s vision is to provide the best university experience in Australia and our mission is to be the heart of uni life. WHAT YOU WILL DO You are a current USYD Student with a passion for creating digital content. You will use your strong creative and video skills to create engaging and relatable content which personifies the USU and brings the student experience at USYD to life. Work both autonomously and with the wider team to develop, produce and edit content for use on primarily TikTok and Instagram Reels. Tell authentic stories from the student perspective. Use your knowledge of the social media and influencer space to be on the pulse of what’s next and trends within the social and digital world. Attend and cover campus events on IG stories and take part in photoshoots and video campaigns. Use your analytical knowledge to produce monthly reports and review the performance of content. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Significant experience with TikTok as a user managing an account for yourself and/or another brand with an eye for innovation identifying and executing emerging trends on TikTok. Creative, curious, and passionate about all things content from creating unique, engaging, and relatable content to a youth audience. Culturally immersed and passionate about youth culture. Comfortable in front of and behind a camera. Proficient video editing skills in native social media tools (TikTok, Instagram Reels) and content creation apps. The drive to not only maintain, but also build upon USU’s digital presence across TikTok and Instagram Reels. High attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to deal with fast-paced environments and thrive under pressure and deadlines. Able to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team. A positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn, improve and develop new skills. Must be a current University of Sydney student and completing their studies no earlier than end of Sem 2, 2025. HOURS OF WORK The shifts are predominantly Monday-Friday, with the occasional weekend shift where required. THE PAY $35.73 per hour, inclusive of casual loading. IDEAL START DATE Monday, 10th March, 2025. HOW TO APPLY You must have the right to work and live in Australia to apply for this job. Please read the position description here carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position before applying. Scroll down and complete our online application form below. Attach your resume. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. PLEASE NOTE: Once you have commenced your application you cannot save and continue at a later stage. ABOUT THE USU The USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience. USU acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, who are the traditional owners of the land on which we walk, work, and gather. We pay our respects to Aboriginal Elders, past, present and emerging, and we extend this acknowledgement to any other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aim to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team. Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date). #J-18808-Ljbffr