Social Media Associate
Deadline to Apply: September 9, 2025 (we will hire earlier if the right candidate applies!)
Job Summary
The UWM Planetarium is searching the cosmos for a Social Media Associate ready to apply their skills in creating engaging social media content as well as responding to customer service inquiries, performing office tasks, and completing other marketing tasks as assigned. This position has flexibility to work around 15 hours a week through a hybrid schedule with some public events required. The Social Media Associate position is the perfect role for someone who wants to blend their interests in astronomy/science and communication skills.
Essential Functions of the Job
- Create posts, stories, and videos for Planetarium Facebook and Instagram
- Take photos and video footage at public events
- Respond to message and comments on social media channels
- Perform office tasks such as photocopying, mail retrieval, facility upkeep
- Perform other marketing tasks such as hanging fliers around campus, sending emails, and other tasks as assigned
- Attend weekly meetings
Qualifications (Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Graduating no earlier than May 2027 (no exceptions)
- Examples of work that you made for Instagram/Facebook
- Writing samples including both social media and general
- Experience using Microsoft software including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Experience using Canva or similar software
- Weekday and occasional Friday night availability
- Interest in astronomy or science
- Excellent independent time management and organizational skills
- Must be able to receive constructive feedback and make timely revisions
Working Conditions & Environmental Factors
- Majority of work involves the use of computers
Hours/Scheduling
- Approximate hours per week: 15
- Part-Time, Temporary
- Hours spread out across weekdays and weekends with broad flexibility
- Year-round position; summer is negotiable
Location
☒ Hybrid: UWM Planetarium at least half of the time