What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee-ACE-Civic Engagement Graphic Design & Social Media position at Inside Higher Ed?
Requisition
202600134ST
Title
Student Employee-ACE-Civic Engagement Graphic Design & Social Media
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
ACE
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours Per Week
20 hours
Hiring Rate
$20.00/hour
Nature & Purpose Of Position
To support the American Democracy Project (ADP), as part of the Center for Community Engagement (CCE), in graphic design and social media management including civic engagement work at Sam Houston State University (SHSU).
Graphic Design And Social Media Duties Will Entail
Civic Engagement duties will entail:
04/22/2026
Position Number
9N9848-00
Contact Name & Title
Josh Strawn
Contact Phone
9362944559
Contact Email
jts103@shsu.edu
Contact Instructions Summary
For questions, please contact Josh Strawn at jts103@shsu.edu.
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
202600134ST
Title
Student Employee-ACE-Civic Engagement Graphic Design & Social Media
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
ACE
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours Per Week
20 hours
Hiring Rate
$20.00/hour
Nature & Purpose Of Position
To support the American Democracy Project (ADP), as part of the Center for Community Engagement (CCE), in graphic design and social media management including civic engagement work at Sam Houston State University (SHSU).
Graphic Design And Social Media Duties Will Entail
- Design/organize/manage graphics for print and digital materials, including flyers, social media posts, and other marketing material.
- Manage and schedule social media posts.
- Assist with video production, including filming, editing, and adding graphics or effects to create engaging content.
- Stay updated on design trends and social media best practices.
Civic Engagement duties will entail:
- Meeting planning deadlines and being an active spokesperson
- Assist in planning and conducting deliberative dialogue events
- Assist in planning and conducting civic professional development at SHSU
- Carry out voter education activities at SHSU
- Complete orientations, weekly timesheets, regular check-ins with the ADP/CCE, campus partners, and county/state/national affiliates
- Participate in professional development associated with civic engagement and campus initiatives (i.e. leadership, skill-building, election law training, historical-context discussion blocks, deliberative dialogues, moderator, Perspectives, discussion blocks, and more)
- Complete written reflections. Attend reflection meetings.
- Contribute to the collection and dissemination of promotion/imagery of events via social media
- Attend campus, local, and potentially regional/state/national meetings to learn new skills, discuss issues, and network with other students and organizations passionate about civic engagement
- Other duties as assigned.
04/22/2026
Position Number
9N9848-00
Contact Name & Title
Josh Strawn
Contact Phone
9362944559
Contact Email
jts103@shsu.edu
Contact Instructions Summary
For questions, please contact Josh Strawn at jts103@shsu.edu.
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
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