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The Social Media & Communications Strategist is responsible for developing, executing and managing all aspects of social media for the University. This includes implementing strategies that align with the University's mission to expand its visibility and enhance its reputation online.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, execute and manage a Strategic Social Media Plan of Action that aligns with the University's mission to expand its visibility, enhance its reputation online and promotes enrollment through innovative use of social media platforms.
- Execute social media marketing strategies and campaigns to communicate key themes and messages for all academic and workforce programs, marketing programs, partner engagements, fundraising campaigns and community-building efforts.
- Serve as lead Social Media Administrator for all designated campus social media reps.
- Work with the Office of the Chancellor to create and communicate timely messages on behalf of the Chancellor for posting on all University social media sites to students, faculty, constituents, and the public as designated by the Chancellor.
- Maintain social media calendar and manage day-to-day social media posts and activities.
- Monitor trends, recommend new social media strategies, tools, sites, and applications to ensure content is relevant, timely and grows fan base while increasing engagement.
- Work collaboratively with other departments and divisions to provide strategic social media counsel to internal stakeholders (e.g. senior-level administrators, directors, managers, deans, faculty, staff, students and alumni) to extend SUSLA’s reach and audience.
- Work closely with web team, staff and senior leadership to ensure website functionality as it relates to social media.
- Identify and report reputational threats and inappropriate conversations by flagging negative feedback, criticism of the university and/or other emerging issues.
- Maintain social media dashboard and corresponding reporting; track metrics and analyze efficacy of campaigns in effort to maximize reach and results.
- Monitor effective best practices for measuring the impact of social media campaigns.
- Support all other campus and marketing initiatives as needed.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of progressive digital communications, online marketing and/or social media experience.
- Ability to think critically and analytically, understanding the synergies between PR and Social Media and how to integrate accordingly.
- Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and strategies to drive engagement and grow/increase presence across multiple platforms.
- Proficient in posting content and graphics on social media platforms.
- Proficient in promotional writing, content editing demonstrating attention to audience.
- Well versed with computer applications.
- Exercises sound judgment consistently; manages the University’s reputation online responsibly.
- Must be organized, self-directed, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to work during non-standard business hours.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and the public, and with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4+ years direct experience creating, executing, and managing social media campaigns and/or strategic marketing in an education or institution of higher education setting.
- Able to create visuals using a handheld camera, and edit with graphic design applications or software like Photoshop.
COMPENSATION: $30,000 - $35,000
TYPE: Full-time
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins November 2, 2026 and continues until position is filled.
- The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment.
- Note: If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the Internal Employment Application.
Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices.
In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the Southern University System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran’s status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment.
As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX’s mandate, institutions of the Southern University System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the Southern University System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution’s community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination.
In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively “ADA”), the Southern University System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System’s programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.
-EOE-
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Position Summary
The Social Media & Communications Strategist is responsible for developing, executing and managing all aspects of social media for the University. This includes implementing strategies that align with the University's mission to expand its visibility and enhance its reputation online.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, execute and manage a Strategic Social Media Plan of Action that aligns with the University's mission to expand its visibility, enhance its reputation online and promotes enrollment through innovative use of social media platforms.
- Execute social media marketing strategies and campaigns to communicate key themes and messages for all academic and workforce programs, marketing programs, partner engagements, fundraising campaigns and community-building efforts.
- Serve as lead Social Media Administrator for all designated campus social media reps.
- Work with the Office of the Chancellor to create and communicate timely messages on behalf of the Chancellor for posting on all University social media sites to students, faculty, constituents, and the public as designated by the Chancellor.
- Maintain social media calendar and manage day-to-day social media posts and activities.
- Monitor trends, recommend new social media strategies, tools, sites, and applications to ensure content is relevant, timely and grows fan base while increasing engagement.
- Work collaboratively with other departments and divisions to provide strategic social media counsel to internal stakeholders (e.g. senior-level administrators, directors, managers, deans, faculty, staff, students and alumni) to extend SUSLA’s reach and audience.
- Work closely with web team, staff and senior leadership to ensure website functionality as it relates to social media.
- Identify and report reputational threats and inappropriate conversations by flagging negative feedback, criticism of the university and/or other emerging issues.
- Maintain social media dashboard and corresponding reporting; track metrics and analyze efficacy of campaigns in effort to maximize reach and results.
- Monitor effective best practices for measuring the impact of social media campaigns.
- Support all other campus and marketing initiatives as needed.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of progressive digital communications, online marketing and/or social media experience.
- Ability to think critically and analytically, understanding the synergies between PR and Social Media and how to integrate accordingly.
- Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and strategies to drive engagement and grow/increase presence across multiple platforms.
- Proficient in posting content and graphics on social media platforms.
- Proficient in promotional writing, content editing demonstrating attention to audience.
- Well versed with computer applications.
- Exercises sound judgment consistently; manages the University’s reputation online responsibly.
- Must be organized, self-directed, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to work during non-standard business hours.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and the public, and with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4+ years direct experience creating, executing, and managing social media campaigns and/or strategic marketing in an education or institution of higher education setting.
- Able to create visuals using a handheld camera, and edit with graphic design applications or software like Photoshop.
COMPENSATION: $30,000 - $35,000
TYPE: Full-time
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins November 2, 2026 and continues until position is filled.
- The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment.
- Note: If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the Internal Employment Application.
Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices.
In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the Southern University System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran’s status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment.
As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX’s mandate, institutions of the Southern University System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the Southern University System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution’s community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination.
In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively “ADA”), the Southern University System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System’s programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.
-EOE-
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the Social Media Strategist position. A marketing, communications, or digital media degree strengthens the specialty occupation argument. A general business degree may require additional documentation showing relevance.
Search LCA filings for real sponsorship history
Pull OFLC disclosure data to see which employers have filed LCAs for Social Media Strategist or related marketing roles. Prioritize employers with multiple filings over several years, that pattern signals an established sponsorship process, not a one-off hire.
Target employers already enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is a strong proxy for H-1B readiness. Companies actively sponsoring visa holders are almost always enrolled. Filter your employer list through Migrate Mate to surface companies with verified LCA filing history in marketing and social media roles.
Time your offer to the H-1B filing window
USCIS accepts H-1B petitions starting April 1 each year for an October 1 start date. Negotiate your offer letter and start date around this window. A signed offer in hand before March lets your employer meet the filing deadline without rushing the LCA certification process.
Ask employers about their prevailing wage level upfront
The DOL assigns your role a wage level from 1 to 4 using the OFLC Wage Search. Level 1 roles face heavier USCIS scrutiny for specialty occupation claims. Pushing for a Level 2 or 3 title, Senior Social Media Strategist, for example, reduces that risk and supports the petition.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation status
The O*NET profile for Social Media Specialists lists the education and skill requirements USCIS evaluators reference. Pull that profile before interviews and confirm your job description mirrors the listed competencies. Gaps between the posted role and O*NET criteria can trigger a Request for Evidence.
H-1B Visa Social Media Strategist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Social Media Strategist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the employer must show the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as marketing, communications, or digital media. Generic job descriptions that accept any degree weaken the specialty occupation argument. USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence on marketing roles, so a well-drafted job description tied to specific degree requirements is critical.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Social Media Strategist positions?
Migrate Mate filters employers by LCA filing history, so you can see which companies have sponsored Social Media Strategist or related marketing roles. Tech platforms, consumer brands, digital agencies, and media companies file LCAs for this occupation most consistently. Targeting employers with repeat filings in marketing roles reduces the risk of applying to companies with no sponsorship process in place.
Can a startup or small agency sponsor my H-1B as a Social Media Strategist?
Yes, employer size isn't a USCIS eligibility requirement for H-1B sponsorship. The employer must pay the prevailing wage, file the LCA with DOL, and demonstrate the position is a specialty occupation. Smaller employers without an in-house HR team often use immigration attorneys for this process, so ask early whether the company has sponsored before.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Social Media Strategist role shifts to a different title or function?
A material change in job duties, title, or work location can require an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. If your role evolves significantly from what was filed, your employer should file an amendment before the change takes effect. A new location in a different metropolitan area almost always triggers a new LCA because prevailing wages are geography-specific.
Does remote work affect H-1B sponsorship for Social Media Strategist jobs?
Remote work adds complexity because the LCA must list every location where you'll perform work. If you're working remotely from a state different from your employer's headquarters, a new LCA covering that worksite is typically required. DOL enforces this through the LCA posting requirement, which must be satisfied at each physical work location, including your home address.