Temporary Media Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $50,000.00 - $53,000.00 Annually
Location : Greenwood County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190850
Agency: Lander University
Division: Department of Mass Communication and Theatre
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: BC20
Position Number:: 00000000
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $50,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $53,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Applications must be submitted online at www.careers.sc.gov Receipt of individual applications not acknowledged. See position status at www.lander.edu/hr. Lander University is a tobacco-free campus. All final candidates are subject to successfully completing background requirements. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship by the University.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: University Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday Position Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week.To include some nights and weekends
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The Social Media Coordinator will be responsible for planning, creating, publishing and analyzing content that engages prospective students, current students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff and community stakeholders. The successful candidate will help bring the Lander story to life through compelling content, strategic campaigns and audience-focused storytelling that supports enrollment, retention, advancement and brand awareness goals.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, digital media, journalism or a related field. Demonstrated experience creating engaging content for multiple social media platforms. Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills. Experience with social media management and analytics platforms. Strong customer service skills and a commitment to ethical communication practices. Valid driver's license and safe driving history are required.
Additional Comments
Must have strong knowledge of social media platforms, audience engagement, and content best practices. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to create engaging content for diverse audiences. Proficiency with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools, along with basic photography, videography, and short-form video editing skills. Experience with social media analytics and performance reporting. Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across departments in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, digital media, journalism or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with social media management and analytics platforms?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience creating engaging content for multiple social media platforms?

• Yes
• No

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Where did you hear about this position?

• www.jobs.sc.gov
• Lander Website
• SC Works
• SC Vocational Rehabilitation
• Lander Employee
• Lander Alumni Facebook or LinkedIn
• Other

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