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Position Availability: Position Title: Content Creator for Admission Communications - Federal Work Study Student Requisition Number: 0406073640 Location New York City Position Type: Student Department: Provost/Provost's Office Responsibilities: The New School is looking for an enthusiastic, responsible, creative individual with a Federal Work Study (FWS) Award to join our Admission Communications team as a Content Creator. This position is an important, integral part of Admission Communications and Welcome Center work, and essential to the success of Enrollment Management’s mission. Our Content Creators connect with and create content for prospective students, applicants, parents, and families on Instagram, ZeeMee, and CampusESP. They also engage with our audiences at in-person and online events. Importantly, individual Content Creators work independently and collaboratively, contributing to a positive, enjoyable work environment.
Applications without work samples will not be considered.
The New School is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that upholds and advances diversity and inclusion across all areas of employment, education, and access to its educational, artistic, and cultural programs and activities. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.

Successful candidates will: Meet all content deadlines, attend all content team meetings, and represent Admission Communications at in-person and online events Check in daily with our content team and Welcome Center professional administrators on our Slack workspace Be comfortable in front of the camera Create dynamic, authentic, approachable multi-media content for our communications platforms that provides an honest view and personal insight into student life Learn and understand our different audiences and platforms, including prospective students, applicants, parents/families, Instagram, ZeeMee, and CampusESP Enjoy connecting with and assisting our audiences, answering questions about student life and admission processes, and providing support Enjoy collaborating with professional staff and other student team members Contribute to a friendly, fun working environment Be a positive, dependable, professional resource for our team Research trends and suggest opportunities for use on our social platforms Complete other content creation and review duties as assigned Manage their own time Commit to working 8 hours per week Understand this job position is an important, integral part of Admission Communications and Welcome Center work, and essential to the success of Enrollment Management’s mission

Our Instagram account is where prospective students, applicants, and admitted students can:
Get a glimpse into the daily work of the Welcome Center and Admission Be introduced to our staff working behind the scenes to help them navigate the Admission process Be reminded of important dates and deadlines Get tips on navigating the city See what our student employees are working on in and out of class
Our CampusESP platform is where parents, families, and supporters of prospective students, applicants, and admitted students can:
Read blog posts written by student content creators, admission counselors, Student Success staff, and CampusESP partners Receive a weekly newsletter digest of blog posts and events Receive one-time announcements delivered directly to their email accounts Be reminded of important dates and deadlines Get a fuller understanding of the admission process and what their student can expect at The New School
Our ZeeMee app is where prospective and admitted students can:
Build community before arriving on campus Find roommates Connect with each other, Content Creators, and New School staff Rely on Content Creators and New School staff as resources Interact with members, moderators, and admins through posts and chats Ask questions via posts, comments, and/or direct messages Receive important information about enrollment requirements and deadlines Learn about current New School news and Admission events
Rate: 
$17 per hour
Work mode:
Hybrid/Split – Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely.  Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree program at The New School and have a Federal Work Study Award. Additional qualifications include:
Familiarity with and enthusiasm for social network sites, social media tools, and associated apps and technology Excellent writing skills Video editing skills Impeccable attention to detail and aesthetics Sound judgment Positive attitude Excellent communicator Highly organized—enjoys organization Self-motivated Enjoys assisting others and providing support Able to focus without being distracted by cell phones, personal social media, and competing responsibilities Familiarity with Instagram, Zeemee, and CampusESP Familiarity with Google applications including Sheets, Docs, Forms, and Slides Familiarity with Canva video, photo, and design capabilities Preferred Qualifications: Job Family: Admissions Posting Date: 07/14/2025 Closing Date: 08/11/2025 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you currently have a federal work study award? If yes, please select the amount. No Less than $1000 $1000 to $3000 Greater than $3000 * Share a link to a portfolio of relevant work. Your portfolio can include website or email design, social media strategy and design, graphic design, media editing, and/or writing samples. Your portfolio can be a website, a collection of work on a Google Doc, or other format convenient for you. Applications without work samples will not be considered.

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Optional & Required Applicant Documents: Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Federal Work Study award letter Optional Documents