Graduate Assistant for Creative Content

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Posting Number

STU00004PO26

Job Title

Student Employee

Internal Title

Graduate Assistant for Creative Content

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo

Posting Number

STU00004PO26

Job Title

Student Employee

Internal Title

Graduate Assistant for Creative Content

Campus

Upstate

College/Division

USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department

UPS Athletics Administration

Advertised Salary

$1000/month plus out-of-state tuition waiver if applicable with the possibility of a summer appointment

Location of Vacancy

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Part Time

Hours per week

20

Work Schedule

Schedule will be vary depending on athletic contests and department needs, but candidates must be available to work nights and weekends.

Job Search Category

Student Employee

Position Description

| Advertised Job Summary |
At USC Upstate, we strive to provide individualized and broad graduate assistantship experience.  The overall goal of the graduate assistantship program is to gain knowledge and experience through opportunities so that upon graduation, an individual is ready to move into a full-time position within the field of collegiate athletics administration. 

 

Job Duties

The Graduate Assistant for Creative Content is a 20 hour per week graduate assistantship in the Department of Athletics.  This position supports the external affairs unit within the department with a focus on USC Upstate athletic department digital content creation.  This position reports to the Assistant Athletic Director for Video Services and Digital Strategy.

 

Specific Duties will include:

 

·         Manage the digital content strategy for the department while creating various types of content for the department athletic programs on various digital platforms.

·         Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Video Services and Digital Strategy and Digital Strategy daily with operational tasks surrounding the planning, creation and implementation of the social and digital strategy.

·         Work with the Assistant Athletic Director for Video Services and Digital Strategy in creation of social content which includes but not limited to videos, hype videos, intro videos, interviews, graphics, and photography.

·         Collaborate with marketing, communications, ticketing, and development to execute strategies to create unique promotional content for programs and student-athletes.

·         Assist with the planning and execution of the annual student-athlete awards event (April).

·         Organize and manage student worker staff and photo/video equipment.

·         Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Athletic Director of External Operations and Assistant Athletic Director for Video Services and Digital Strategy.

·         Position does require ability to work night and weekends. | | Qualifications |
Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree

·         Acceptance into the Master of Science in Sport and Entertainment Management (MSEM) program at the University of South Carolina, Columbia or any master’s program at USC Upstate

o   Must be accepted as a graduate student to accept this graduate assistant appointment

·         Successful background check

·         Valid driver’s license and good driving record

 

Preferred Qualifications 

·         Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics

·         Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Premiere Pro

 

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

·         Skills in video editing, graphic design and camera operation

·         Understanding and/or desire to work with multiple social media accounts and platforms

·         Comfort with juggling multiple tasks

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills

·         Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, coaches, and supporters

·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team

·         Attention to detail

 

Compensation

·         Stipend of $1,000 per month for a 10-month academic year (August-May), with the possibility of a summer appointment

·         Out-of-state tuition waiver, if applicable (valued at approximately $12,000 to $16,000 per year depending upon how many hours the candidate attempts)

o   candidate is responsible for in-state tuition and related fees, which is approximately $10,300 to $14,000 per year depending upon how many hours the candidate attempts

·         USC Upstate Parking Permit |

Posting Detail Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1-2 | | Desired Start Date | 08/01/2026 | | Job Open Date | 03/03/2026 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. | | Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203111 | | EEO Statement |
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Why are you interested in this position?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Have you completed the requirements for and been awarded a bachelor's degree?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Do you have previous experience in intercollegiate athletics? If so, please describe.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Have you been accepted into the Master of Science in Sport and Entertainment Management (MSEM) program at the University of South Carolina, Columbia or the Business Analytics Master’s program at USC Upstate

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. List of References and Contact Information

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