Climate Science Editing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
07/28/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17273N
Job Title
UU Student - Admin/Clerical
Working Title
Creative Content Assistant-Student
Career Progression Track
SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
10-19
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Flexible
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
02667 - Wilkes Ctr -Climate Sci & Plcy
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$14-$22 depending on experience
Close Date
09/15/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
08/07/2026
Job Summary
The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy is seeking a work study student to assist with creative content production, 10~15 hours per week. This person will help the Wilkes Center Community Engagement and Communications Manager with producing a podcast, creating video assets for social media, and managing social media channels for marketing and communications purposes.
Responsibilities

1. Performs in-depth research of materials for prescribed projects. Gathers information from all available sources on assigned topics and compiles the information accurately and understandably.
2. Assists in weekly scheduling of events and projects. Gathers, organizes and coordinates materials needed for various programs.
3. May write drafts of scripts and inner script segments for audio or video production.
4. May assist with setting up and/or taking down recording productions.
5. May be responsible for formatting text and graphics into templates for webs or social media.
6. May assist in production and/or publication and design of marketing materials for web or social media.
7. Ensures that complete and thorough research has been performed and that the best information is being used for a production.
8. Ensures that productions meet the needs of the public and that the image of the department and University are upheld.

Minimum Qualifications
This position requires some general knowledge and familiarity with scientific research and engineering relating to climate change impacts, forecasting, and potential solutions. Some experience with digital audio and/or video editing is desired but not required. We are seeking someone reliable, and diligent, and who pays close attention to detail. This person should ideally have both experience using digital software for making and distributing creative content and an interest in learning about current research relating to climate change and storytelling. This position could be ideal for someone wanting to expand their skill set with environmental journalism or science communications.
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