Dexter Southfield School is hiring: Content Creator in Brookline

Overview

Dexter Southfield School is seeking a creative and highly organized Content Creator with a passion for storytelling through photography, videography, and social media. This role captures the vibrant life of our PreK through Class 12 School, sharing day-to-day moments and special events to showcase the heart of our community and elevate our brand awareness. The Content Creator will plan and produce engaging content across platforms. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Photography & Videography: Capture high-quality photos and videos reflecting student life, academic programs, extracurricular activities, field trips, performances, and events. This includes planned shoots and in-the-moment captures. Note: this position does not cover athletics.
• Update and manage the School's image library and video archives for website, email, social, and print materials.
• Execute videos from concept to finish, including concept development, interviews, and delivering final edits for targeted audiences.

• Social Media Management: Own and manage the School’s social channels (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, YouTube).
• Develop and manage the social media content calendar to ensure consistent, engaging posts aligned with messaging and goals.
• Create and post regular content (photos, videos, graphics, and written posts) highlighting programs, achievements, events, and community life.
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages in a timely, professional manner.
• Track performance metrics and adjust strategies based on insights to grow engagement.

• Website Content Support: Ensure up-to-date photos and videos on the website representing programs and community.
• Develop partnerships with teachers and staff to capture timely events and storytelling opportunities.
• Ensure content adheres to branding guidelines for a cohesive visual identity across platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Photography, Cinematography, Digital Media, or related field.
• 3+ years of proven experience in photography and videography, including editing skills.
• 3+ years of proven experience managing a social media account, including content calendars and posting across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of social media analytics tools and ability to adjust strategies based on data.
• Experience using photo/video editing equipment and software (e.g., cameras, lighting, microphones; Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro).
• Experience conceptualizing video projects from start to finish.
• Experience working within brand and style guidelines.
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; takes initiative and pride in delivering excellent results.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for working in a school environment and capturing the energy of a PreK-12 setting.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours as needed to attend and report on School events.

Portfolio

Please submit a portfolio of photography and videography work with your application. Candidates who do not submit a portfolio with the application will not be considered.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education

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