Student Digital Ambassador for Alumni & Donor Engagement

Position Department: University Advancement

Position School: Administration

Overview:

The Student Digital Ambassador is the creative voice of the Office of Alumni Engagement. You will act as a "student correspondent," gathering stories, news, and media who ensures our graduates feel connected to campus, no matter how far away they live. This role is perfect for a storyteller who is passionate about social media and building a digital community.

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities ● Social Media Management: Draft, proofread, and schedule engaging content for alumni and advancement accounts across LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. ● Event Capture: Attend major events (Homecoming, Breakfast with Santa, Commencement) to gather "live" content, photos, and short-form video. ● Impact Reporting: Help create posts that show donors exactly how their contributions are changing student lives. ● Alumni Spotlights: Interview alumni and donors to create compelling "where are they now" features. ● Brand Voice: Ensure all digital communication aligns with the university's brand standards while maintaining a fresh, student-driven energy.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications ● Exceptional Writing & Proofreading: Ability to write clean, grammatically correct copy. They need to be able to switch easily between a professional tone (for LinkedIn/donors) and a high-energy, engaging tone (for Instagram/students). ● Social Media Literacy: Active experience using Instagram and LinkedIn. An understanding of platform features (Stories, Reels, Carousels, and LinkedIn tagging) is essential. ● Mobile Content Creation: Comfort using a smartphone to capture high-quality, well-lit photos and stable videos under fast-paced event conditions. ● Reliability & Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work specific campus events that may fall on evenings or weekends (such as Homecoming weekend or early morning holiday events like Breakfast with Santa).

Academic Years Preferred: Any Academic Year Will Be Considered

Wage: 12

Wage Frequency: Hourly

Is this position funded through Federal Work Study dollars?: Yes

Average Number of Hours Per Week: 6-10

Days of the Week to Work: Various

Anticipated Time Frames to Work: Various

Preferred Start Date: Aug 31, 2026

Anticipated End Date:

Act 153 Clearance Required: No

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): No

Required to Pass a Credit Check: No

Additional Posting Information: None

Special Applicant Instructions: None

Commitment to Diversity:

RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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