Digital Communications & Media Manager OR Assistant Director

The Opportunity
Mount Saint Joseph Academy's Marketing and Communications Department operates within Advancement, supporting the full breadth of institutional priorities including admissions and enrollment, our $20 million Beyond Pearls Capital Campaign, fundraising initiatives, athletics, and academic programs.

We seek a Digital Communications & Media Manager OR Assistant Director to serve as our technical expert and creative storyteller across all digital platforms. (Candidates with 7+ years of relevant experience may be considered for Assistant Director level.)This role is ideal for a systems‑oriented professional who thrives at the intersection of technical expertise and creative content production—someone who can build efficient workflows while crafting compelling visual narratives.

What You’ll Do
Digital Platform Management & Technical Leadership

Serve as primary administrator and technical expert for Finalsite CMS

Manage website content, emails/eblasts, forms, and constituent database

Troubleshoot technical issues and provide CRM/CMS support to faculty and staff

Design and document efficient digital workflows and standard operating procedures

Social Media Strategy & Management

Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategy across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn

Manage Sprout Social platform for scheduling, analytics, and reporting

Create engaging, brand-consistent content that tells the Mount’s story

Guide and support departmental social media accounts

Track and report on social media metrics and ROI

Content Creation & Multimedia Production

Create and edit compelling photo and video content for all platforms

Provide graphic design support using Canva for social media, events, and programs

Coordinate and book professional photographers and videographers for school events

Maintain organized digital asset library

Produce multimedia content including reels, short‑form videos, and event coverage

Systems & Process Development

Build and maintain efficient workflows with rigorous tracking and accountability

Develop comprehensive tracking systems for content, requests, and projects

Proactively identify bottlenecks and implement solutions

Train team members on digital platforms and best practices

Strategic Communications Support

Support admissions with digital marketing, social media, and enrollment communications

Support advancement initiatives including our Beyond Pearls Capital Campaign

Create digital content for fundraising events, donor communications, and stewardship

Collaborate with athletics on student athlete content and coverage

Assist with Mount Weekly Update newsletter and Mount Magazine production

Analytics & Reporting

Track and analyze website traffic, social media engagement, and digital campaign performance

Provide regular reports with actionable insights

Use data to inform strategy and demonstrate ROI

What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Digital Media, Marketing, Journalism, or related field

4-7 years of experience in digital communications or social media management (candidates with 7+ years of experience may be considered for Assistant Director level)

Portfolio showcasing photography, videography, and digital content creation

Strong technical proficiency with CMS platforms

Advanced social media management skills with demonstrated success

Proficiency in Canva, CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro (or similar), and photo editing tools

Systems-oriented mindset with exceptional organizational skills

Strong follow-through and accountability—a natural "finisher" who tracks details meticulously

Proactive communicator with excellent written communication skills

Passion for mission-driven education

Highly Valued:

Finalsite CMS experience (significant advantage)

Experience in educational settings (independent/private/Catholic schools)

Non‑profit experience

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

CRM experience (Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar)

Google Analytics and social media analytics experience

What We Offer
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and level, plus comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Work Environment:
Beautiful 78-acre campus in Flourtown, PA (just outside Philadelphia, near Chestnut Hill)

Schedule:
Full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm, occasional evening/weekend event coverage

Reports to:
Director of Marketing and Communications

Why Join the Mount?
This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a mission-driven environment where your technical skills and creative talents directly support the education and empowerment of young women. You’ll serve as our digital expert on campus, shaping strategy while working across diverse institutional priorities—from our capital campaign to athletics to admissions.

Our small, collaborative team values innovation, excellence, and creative problem-solving. You’ll have significant ownership, institutional visibility, and the opportunity to build systems that benefit the entire school community.

How to Apply
Submit a single PDF containing your resume, cover letter (addressed to Director of Marketing and Communications, Kim Reilly), portfolio or links to digital work samples, and list of at least three professional references to:

Kevin Nigro, Human Resources

Mount Saint Joseph Academy

120 W. Wissahickon Avenue

Flourtown, PA 19031

Jobopportunities@msjacad.org

CC: kreilly@msjacad.org

About Mount Saint Joseph Academy
Mount Saint Joseph Academy is a Catholic college preparatory school for young women located on a beautiful 78-acre campus just outside Philadelphia in Flourtown, PA. Founded in 1858 and sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Philadelphia, the Mount is a three-time National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence serving approximately 485 students in grades 9-12.

Faithful to our mission of "educating founders," we empower young women to be agents of transformation in an ever-evolving society. As a Sponsored Ministry of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, we are imbued with a spirit of unity and reconciliation—fostering excellence tempered by gentleness and compassion.

Mount Saint Joseph Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging.

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