FWS Fall 2025, Secretariat Center Marketing Assistant

Job Title
FWS Fall 2025, Secretariat Center Marketing Assistant


Requisition Number
DU13700


Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study


Work Location
4155 Walt Robinson Rd Lexington, KY 40511


Salary Range
$12.00 - $15.00


Type of Position
Student


Position Time Status
Part-Time


Required Education

4 year degree or in pursuit of same.



Required Related Experience

N/A



Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A



Physical Requirements

Office setting.



Shift

Weekdays between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Weekends.



Job Summary

• Monitor and actively engage with audiences across Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and LinkedIn.

• Assist in planning and executing social media campaigns that align with organizational initiatives and events.

• Research trending topics, hashtags, and best practices to inform social strategy.

• Help create and edit short-form content, including reels, stories, and videos.

• Identify and engage with influencers, ambassadors, and key voices in the horse racing and equestrian industries.

• Track social platform updates and algorithm shifts to optimize content performance.

• Manage digital assets and relationships with in-kind sponsors and brand ambassadors.

• Support the creation and distribution of weekly and monthly e-newsletters.

• Contribute to the ongoing maintenance of the Secretariat Center website.

• Take on additional marketing and communications tasks as needed.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office apps, photography, and social media.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Published work, photography, and media experience. Marketing, Business, and Journalism majors preferred.



Deadline to Apply
08/31/2025


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