Please see Special Instructions for more details.
None.
Position Information: Position Title
Position Title Media Minister (Student Position)
Academic Year
Academic Year 2026-2027
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary:
The Media Minister serves as a Peer Ministry Intern ( PMI ) within University Mission and Ministry ( UMM ) to actuate the mission of the division by engaging university life through prayer, liturgy, outreach, faith development, and pastoral care. This position reports to the Director of Music Ministries and Liturgy.
This is a student position open to current UIW students.
Essential Functions:
Produce video, print, and electronic media for various University Mission and Ministry and university-wide events and ministries, including but not limited to: Orientations, Bulletin, Newsletter, weekend/special Masses and Prayer Services, Baccalaureate Masses, and other special events and services as listed on the UMM calendar.
Collaborate with the Graduate Assistant for Media and other media ministers to create visually aesthetic and engaging stories through images, writing, and video.
Provide brainstorming and feedback for creative projects such as print publications, social media content, and videos.
Identify trends and innovative ways to disseminate information to the UIW community (students, faculty and staff, CCVI, and the community at large).
Engage with the campus community to create bilingual (English/Spanish) content for UMM video and print publications that foster the mission of the university.
Collaborate with other areas within the division, such as Faith Formation, Music Ministry, Ecumenical and Interfaith Ministry, and Liturgy.
Attend area and divisional formation sessions as listed on the semesterly calendar;
Assist with live-streaming of Masses/services as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong leadership qualities.
Strong organizational skills.
Although some training may be provided in the following areas, a media minister should have basic knowledge of and proficiency in software and social media pertinent to the position, such as, but not limited to Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Forms, Notebook, One Drive, etc.), Adobe Suite (Adobe, Photoshop, In Design, Illustrator, etc.), Social Media Platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, etc.), and Final Cut.
A willingness to learn and become proficient in other area-specific software, management systems, and equipment, such as but not limited to Hootsuite, Swift Publisher, DSLR camera, Mac Computer, etc.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education: Current UIW student.
Required Work Experience
Previous experience in writing, photography, design, or video production.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous participation in ministry as a volunteer or in a part-time or full-time capacity at a church, school, or other institution.
Experience in software, social media, and other area-specific management systems and equipment named.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.
Work Hours
10 hours per week.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes some nights and weekends.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift and/or move at least 15 lbs. (i.e., equipment and materials related to the position or within the office).
Posting Number
Posting Number STU1528PO
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type
Job Type Part Time
Job Category
Job Category Students
Desired Start Date
Desired Start Date 08/03/2026
Multi-Hire Pool
Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Reports to Director of Music Ministries and Liturgy
Salary
Salary $11/ hr.
Open Date
Open Date 05/28/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
None.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Required Documents
Resume
Student Class Schedule
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Other Document
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Yes, I am a doctoral student
Yes, I am a graduate student
Yes, I am a senior
Yes, I am a junior
Yes, I am a sophomore
Yes, I am a freshman
No, I am not a UIW student
- Please describe your experience with writing, photography, design and video production. (Open Ended Question)
