Are you a creative and tech-savvy student with a passion for video content creation? We are looking for Social Media Ambassadors to showcase campus life in an authentic, student-perspective manner. We have two volunteer opportunities open currently, TikTok & Instagram Video Creators and Instagram Stories Takeover Host.
TikTok & Instagram Video Creators
Summary
TikTok & Instagram Video Creators will capture and edit engaging videos of their college experiences, tips, and other exciting content for TikTok and Instagram Reels. They will plan, capture and edit videos from start to finish for Langara’s main social media channels.
Main responsibilities
- In collaboration with the social media team, students will brainstorm ideas, write scripts, and plan video content that showcases the daily lives of college students, provides useful tips, and offers valuable insights.
- Film and capture high-quality footage of various aspects of college life.
- Edit videos and incorporate catchy music and/or voiceovers.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends and techniques in video production for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels.
- Stay connected with the social media team to align video content with the college's brand guidelines and goals.
Requirements
- Current student at Langara College.
- Experience with capturing high-quality video footage and video editing software.
- Strong creative thinking and storytelling skills.
- Knowledge of trends and best practices for Instagram Reels and TikTok.
- Excellent communication in English; written and spoken.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Passion for creating engaging and relatable content for college students.
Instagram Stories Takeover Host
Summary
Instagram Stories Takeover Host will be responsible for organizing and hosting Instagram Stories takeovers on the official college account. Students will have the opportunity to showcase the vibrant and diverse student life on campus during events and other exciting activities while engaging with the college community.
Main responsibilities
- Collaborate with the social media team and other departments, student groups, clubs, and individuals to plan and coordinate Instagram Stories takeovers featuring special events and initiatives.
- Plan content and write scripts in collaboration with the social media team.
- Host Instagram Stories takeovers, providing an authentic and engaging representation of the college experience.
- Showcase a student’s unique perspectives and experiences within the college community.
- Incorporate multimedia elements such as photos, videos, and interactive features in Instagram Stories such as quizzes, pool and GIFs to enhance the takeover experience.
- Current student at Langara College.
- Experience with capturing high-quality photos and video.
- Strong interpersonal and storytelling skills.
- Knowledge of trends and best practices for Instagram Stories.
- Excellent communication in English; written and spoken.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Passion for creating engaging and relatable content for college students.
- Being comfortable and enthusiastic in front of the camera.
Time commitment for both opportunities
- Ambassadors will be selected twice per year and are expected to create videos or host takeovers either between February to June or September to January.
- We estimate that the Video Creators will spend between 6-10 hours to plan, record, edit and finalize a video. We expect Video Creators will create one to three videos during their time as ambassadors.
- We expect Takeover Hosts will host one to three Instagram takeovers during their time as ambassadors.