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Federal Work Study - Publicity & Social Media Assistant
Job no: 541226
Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:13040000 - COTA-THEATRE
Classification Title:
Federal Work Study - Student Assistant
Job Description:
The School of Theatre + Dance in the College of the Arts seeks a student assistant in the role of Publicity & Social Media Assistant to provide support for the School's marketing, communications, audience engagement, and front-of-house operations under the supervision of the Publicist. This position works closely with faculty, staff, and production teams to promote School of Theatre + Dance productions and events.
The position assists with the creation of social media content, photography and videography, graphic design, promotional campaigns, and audience outreach. Whenever possible, this position will also assist with special marketing initiatives and community engagement efforts for school productions, academic programs, and SoTD special events.
The position may also serve as a backup House Manager during School of Theatre + Dance performances and special events, assisting with patron services, audience seating, and other front-of-house operations.
A successful candidate will have Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility; demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills; possess an interest in marketing, communications, theatre, dance, or arts administration; and work independently as well as collaboratively.
The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Capture photography and video content at rehearsals, performances, events, and student activities.
• Design graphics and promotional materials using Canva or similar software.
• Draft social media captions, event descriptions, and other marketing copy.
• Assist with maintaining content calendars and audience engagement efforts.
• Create and schedule content for School of Theatre + Dance social media accounts, including Instagram.
• Support promotional campaigns for productions, concerts, guest artists, and special events.
• Assist with distributing marketing materials across campus and the Gainesville community.
• Serve as a backup House Manager for select performances and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Expected Salary:
$15 an hour
Required Qualifications:

• Federal Work Study award required [must provide valid Award Summary Page confirming Federal Work Study Award for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027].
• 10 hours available each week.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends during performances and special events.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Instagram and other social media platforms.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or other design software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Evidence of prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Photography, videography, or content creation experience.
• Interest in theatre, dance, arts administration, marketing, or communications.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications must include:

• Resume
• Copy of UF Award Summary Page (screenshot of page showing your Federal Work Study award). To locate this, go to UF's ONE.UF Web page. Click on "Financial Aid" for the appropriate academic year, and then "Awards and Disbursements."
• Hours available to work
• Optional portfolio or examples of social media, photography, graphic design, or marketing work

Notices to Applicants:

• Information about UF Federal Work Study can be found here.
• Information about UF's Equal Opportunity program can be found here.
• If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call +1 (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at +1 (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
• Hiring is contingent upon Federal Work Study eligibility.

Contact: Colleen Davoli, House Manager, Publicist & Archivist
Email: cdavoli@arts.ufl.edu
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call +1 (352) 392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at +1 (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
About COTA and the University of Florida
THE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS: The College of the Arts is an engine of transformation that generates paradigmatic shifts in the arts and beyond, while nurturing adaptability, innovation, and excellence. We foster an environment where novel creative practice, leading research, and experiential learning thrive. Our students, faculty, and staff interrogate and respond to the ever-changing relationship between technology and the human spirit. We prepare future leaders in artistic professions and creative industries, while developing student capacity for interdisciplinary scholarship that serves and engages local and global communities. The College offers baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees. Approximately 1,600 students are pursuing majors in degrees offered by the College of the Arts under the direction of 150 faculty members in its three accredited schools- the School of Art + Art History, the School of Music, and the School of Theatre + Dance, and in the Center for Arts in Medicine, the Digital Worlds Institute, and the Center for Arts, Migration, and Entrepreneurship. In addition, the college comprises the University Galleries, and the University level of the New World School of the Arts in Miami.
The University of Florida: The University of Florida is a comprehensive learning institution built on a land grant foundation. We are The Gator Nation, a community dedicated to excellence in education and research and shaping a better future for Florida, the nation and the world. Our mission is to enable our students to lead and influence the next generation and beyond for economic, cultural and societal benefit. UF is a graduate research institution with more than 50,000 students and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities. Gainesville, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation's most livable cities, is located midway between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Together, the University and the community comprise the educational, medical and cultural center of North Central Florida.
Advertised: 02 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 21 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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