Communications Student - M&C

at  Western University

ABOUT WESTERN

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the “Western Experience” - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

ABOUT US

Ivey Business School acknowledges and respects the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lunaapéewak, and Attawandaron peoples, where Western University and Ivey Business School are located. This land continues to be home to diverse Indigenous peoples, whom we recognize as contemporary stewards of the land and vital contributors of the community.
Ivey Business School (www.ivey.ca) at Western University (www.uwo.ca) is Canada’s leading provider of real-world, case-based business education. Drawing on extensive research and business experience, Ivey’s faculty provides the best classroom experience, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities they need to confidently take on today’s leadership challenges and opportunities through Case-Method Learning. Ivey offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as Executive Education at campuses in London, Toronto, and Hong Kong.

Education:

• Must be a full time student at Western (enrolled in minimum 3.5 courses), and expect to retain full-time student status for the duration of this appointmen

Experience:

• Previous work experience in a similar role or within the departmen

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Proven ability to create content for social media with emphasis on Instagram and TikTok
• Experience with design and content creation tools such as Canva and the platforms’ in-app tools is a must
• Experience with other graphic design and/or video editing software (such as Adobe Creative Suite) is an asset
• Energetic individual who is comfortable engaging with students, staff, alumni, and other Ivey community members to create compelling content
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter who can work independentl

Do you have a knack for creating engaging content for social media using the latest tools and trends? Are you looking for an opportunity to flex your creative muscles? Ivey’s Communications Team is looking for an outgoing student who can help develop creative content for its 150,000+ social media followers. The successful candidate will create compelling posts, videos, and campaigns that tell the story of the Ivey experience. Their primary focus will be on Instagram and TikTok, however they should have knowledge of LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter too.
The Communications Student will work closely with Ivey’s Social Content Manager to brainstorm, develop, execute, and measure social content and campaigns. The Communications Student will also work with the rest of Ivey’s Communications Team on other projects. Students with interest or career aspirations in marketing, communications, sales, and entrepreneurship will gain valuable experience through this opportunity. The successful candidate will also create tangible assets that can be added to their portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Create content for Ivey’s social media including video, images, graphics, and copy for Ivey’s corporate social accounts on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter
• Provide live social coverage for School events
• Research social media best practices and make recommendations to the Communications team
• Assist the Communications Team with other projects including (but not limited to), Ivey News stories, media releases, research, and graphic design

Qualifications

Education:

• Must be a full time student at Western (enrolled in minimum 3.5 courses), and expect to retain full-time student status for the duration of this appointment

Experience:

• Previous work experience in a similar role or within the department

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Proven ability to create content for social media with emphasis on Instagram and TikTok
• Experience with design and content creation tools such as Canva and the platforms’ in-app tools is a must
• Experience with other graphic design and/or video editing software (such as Adobe Creative Suite) is an asset
• Energetic individual who is comfortable engaging with students, staff, alumni, and other Ivey community members to create compelling content
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter who can work independently