Entry Level Copy Writing Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
Student Content Assistant
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include a link to your portfolio or email samples to sacm-content@ohio.edu
Posting Number
20161746STD
Department Summary
Student Affairs provides high-quality, consistent, and timely communications to students and parents at OHIO. The student content assistant will be responsible for supporting content creation for the Division's newsletter, Keeping Bobcats Informed, as well as assisting in other division-wide communications. The assistant will draft copy for the biweekly email and adapt for other platforms as needed as well as write student affairs articles for OHIO News. The assistant will support text edits across Student Affairs websites. The assistant will also gather and resize images for newsletter content. Content areas include programs, events, jobs, student life stories, features on student organizations and more.
The preferred candidate should have experience with email marketing, journalism, copy writing, feel connected to campus life, and demonstrate passion for Ohio University. They will be self-motivated, creative, and capable of managing several projects at once. This candidate will work within the University's developed brand.
The content assistant will gain valuable skills through this internship-like experience in the following ways:
• Build a portfolio of writing samples for a variety of audiences
• Set individual and professional goals and work closely with their supervisor to work toward their goals for the duration of their employment
• Experience working in a team setting to complete tasks on time
• Develop communication skills and make networking connections with staff and students
• Adapt to changing priorities, timelines, and gain experience thinking on their feet
Details
10 hours per week. Pay is $12.35 per hour. Position begins in August. Eligible candidates must be available to work a minimum of two semesters with the Vice President for Student Affairs due to the duration of the training process.
Job Profile
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Performs a variety of tasks to support University Communications & Marketing. Duties may include writing and editing communications and news stories, managing social media content, updating websites and multimedia content, designing promotional materials, supporting marketing campaigns, and assisting with event communications.
Level Summary
Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.
Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility.
Problem Solving:
Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.
Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post-secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with project management software, website editing, email marketing platforms like Emma or Mailchimp.
Working Condition/Physical Demands:
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Department
VP For Student Affairs
Pay Rate
$12.35/hour
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Posting Open Date
07/01/2026
Posting End Date
08/01/2026
Job Category
Student Hourly
Planning Unit
Vice President for Student Affairs
Work Schedule
10 hours per week; hours will fall within Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Campus
Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
polanosk@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Employment Type
Student Hourly
Job Level
STUDENT
Job Family
Student Hourly Employee
Job Sub Family
Student Office Assistant
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