Content Specialist Jobs in South Carolina

Posting Number STA00425PO26

Job Family Communications and Marketing

Job Function General Communications

USC Market Title Communications Coordinator

Job Level P1 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title) Digital Content Creator

Campus Columbia

Work County Richland

College/Division College of Engineering and Computing

Department CEC College of Engineering and Computing

State Pay Range G07

USC Market Range MRD - $44,296 $54,263 $64,229

Anticipated Hiring Range $44,296 - $64,000

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

* Monday – Friday 8:30 AM TO 5:00 PM
* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category Communication Services

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The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The purpose of the Digital Content Creator is to advance the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing’s brand by playing an important role in the development and delivery of high-quality digital content that aligns with marketing, communications, and enrollment efforts. This position works under general supervision of the Director of Marketing and Communications and contributes to content planning and production across multiple platforms. This role involves creativity, initiative, and storytelling. The digital content creator will be intricate in the college efforts to help capture and create photography, video, and digital media that highlight the College’s programs, people, activities and impact to life. The Digital content creator will have a “facing” impact on driving audience engagement, brand awareness and measurable outcomes.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Journalism, Visual Arts, or a related field.
* 1-3 years of professional experience in content creation, social media management, or digital marketing.
* Demonstrated experience producing both photography and video content for organizational or brand use using DSLR systems with a strong digital portfolio showcasing marketing-oriented work.
* Experience managing social media accounts across multiple platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, X).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

* Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, and After Effects) and other content creation platforms, including Canva and CapCut, with experience operating DSLR cameras, lighting equipment, and audio recording tools.
* Ability to develop engaging visual and written content tailored to diverse audiences and platforms while maintaining adherence to brand guidelines, utilizing effective storytelling techniques and audience engagement strategies.
* Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing responsibilities, meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and adapt quickly to changing priorities and emerging content needs.
* Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills, particularly in content production, asset management, performance tracking, and the analysis of engagement metrics to refine strategies and expand audience reach.
* Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities, with the capacity to work independently and collaboratively while building effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
* Creative, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving, with the ability to think strategically and respond effectively to evolving challenges.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Film, shoots, and edits photography and video content for web, print, and social media, applying established practices and techniques across all stages of production (setup, lighting, audio, filming, and editing). Uses sound judgment to ensure content aligns with departmental and university standards.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40

Job Duty

Responsible for day-to-day content of the college’s social media platforms, including scheduling and publishing posts. Monitors basic performance metrics and trends to make routine adjustments and improvements, discussing more complex strategy decisions to leadership before implementing.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25

Job Duty

Collaborates with marketing, communications, advancement, student services, and academic departments to support and execute content initiatives. Participates in planning discussions and provides event coverage, prioritizing assignments under general guidance.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20

Job Duty

Maintains and organizes digital assets, including photography, video, and design files. Maintains and prepares photography, video, and lighting equipment. Resolve possible technical issues and escalate more complex problems as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10

Job Duty

Handling of other moderately complex duties and special projects as assigned.
Essential Function No
Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No

Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date 06/09/2026

Job Close Date 07/09/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume’ and list of references. Applicants should also upload sample media files showcasing their photography and/or videography work.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 9, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
* Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.