Working Title: Honors Media Assistant - FWS

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Academic Affairs Unit

Department: 100147 - Honors College

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $15

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 12/1/2025

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

The Honors College is seeking an engaged student employee to assist with communications and content creation. This role will be involved in producing social media posts and newsletter content, taking photos, covering various events, and creating other content as needed.

The Student Media Assistant will serve as part of the Honors College media team and will report to the Communications and Events Coordinator. Typical work hours will fall within usual business hours, though some flexibility may be needed for additional event coverage.

Attachments or links to relevant work samples are required as part of this application.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties:

Strategically plan for upcoming communications content

Create graphics and captions for social media posts

Create videos to promote the College

Develop newsletter content

Collect photos and videos from Honors College events

Interview Honors students, faculty, and alumni and write short spotlight articles about their work/experiences

Track engagement and assist in adapting strategy as needed

Qualifications:

Requirements:

Must be Federal Work Study eligible

Familiarity with social media, graphic design, and digital tools such as Canva or Adobe software

Basic understanding of photography and/or videography

Excellent oral and written communication skills

SMAD, Graphic Design, SCOM, or similar majors/minors are preferred

Experience in previous creative or communications roles is a plus

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:  

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.