Student Media/Communications Assistant – Forest Carbon & Climate Program

Hiring Organization: Department of Forestry
Employment type: Part-Time
Application Due Date: April 30, 2024

Position description: Looking for academic experience where your work will contribute to combatting climate change and protecting forests? The successful candidate will help edit and prepare online learning presentations and supplemental materials for professional development courses centered on forests, carbon, and climate education. The selected candidate will work with the Learning Specialist to transfer online professional development courses from the Desire2Learn platform to Coursera. The candidate will work with eLearning software and platforms, as well as other video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro or Camtasia. Build your portfolio and join the Forest Carbon and Climate Program today!

Duties/Responsibilities:

Editing and trimming course video files
Exporting course video files and transcripts
Uploading and reviewing class presentations and supplemental materials on Coursera
Learning and implementing Coursera design systems and best practices
Organizing files and online course space
Working with Learning Specialist on additional course related tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently enrolled MSU undergraduate student
Interest in forestry or natural resources, environmental economics, and/or climate policy
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience in natural resources, education, or design fields
Willing to learn new software programs for simple course design and video editing

Compensation: Pay commensurate with experience.

Time Frame: Position is available immediately and will require 10-15 hours/week.

Working Conditions: The position will primarily involve computer work.

Location: Position is based at East Lansing campus, but has been identified as remote-friendly, meaning all or some of the work can be performed remotely by mutual agreement.

To Apply: Apply via Handshake by searching for Job #8849796 or via email to Emily Esch at eschemi2@msu.edu. Submit 1) cover letter, 2) resume/CV with list of relevant coursework or experiences, and 3) contact information (email and phone number) for two professional references.

Deadline: Applications will be considered until April 30, 2024, or until the position has been filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.