Social Media and Content Creation Lead

To help plan, create, and share engaging content across Student Media’s social media platforms, promoting the work of UCC98.3FM, Motley Magazine, and other student-led projects. Recruit social media volunteers and delegate and advise the team. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and schedule content for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and others
• Write engaging copy and social captions tailored to each platform and advise your team
• Capture video clips and photos at media events and launches (when needed)
• Work with the Editor, Web Assistant, and Producers to amplify student content
• Remove all old pages for student media (prioritised in the first week)
• Monitor trends and suggest creative campaigns that boost engagement
• Assist in content planning around major events and programming milestones
• Help promote surveys, feedback forms, and brand refresh campaigns

Desired Competencies: 

You don’t need to be a professional content creator — but you should be fluent in social media culture, have a feel for what engages students, and be open to experimenting with new formats.

• A good eye for storytelling on social media, and quick turnover of content
• Creativity and digital communication skills
• Basic visual editing/design
• Organisation and scheduling skills
• Social, with familiarity with Cork student life and emerging trends
• A willingness to collaborate and contribute ideas – good teamwork is essential