Work Study - Documentary Practice & Visual Journalism Instagram Assistant

Department: Education 

Supervisor: Karen Marshall, Chair, Documentary Practice and Visual Journalism Program 

Duration: Academic Term 

Availability: Two positions available; up to 5 flexible hours per week per student.

Position Summary

The Instagram Assistant supports the Documentary Practice and Visual Journalism Program by managing the @icp_docit Instagram account and helping foster engagement among students, alumni, faculty, and the broader ICP community.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and schedule social media content
• Conduct outreach to students and alumni for submissions
• Coordinate image permissions and usage approvals
• Collaborate with ICP's Marketing team on social media initiatives
• Attend occasional program-related events
• Track and report weekly work-study hours

Ideal Qualifications

• Experience using Instagram for professional, creative, or organizational purposes
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and encourage peers to contribute content
• Ability to work independently
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Eligibility

Only currently enrolled One-Year Certificate (OYC) students are eligible to apply. All applicants will be reviewed by the OYC Program Coordinator to confirm enrollment and eligibility.

After submitting an application, students will be asked to rank their work-study preferences. This information will be used during the placement process.

The International Center of Photography is an Equal Opportunity Employer.