Digital Media Producer

Head-Royce School • Oakland, CA

4d • $82,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Digital Producer position works collaboratively with the Marketing and Communications team to serve a large range of internal and external constituents (professional staff, teachers, parents, trustees and alumni, among others). The Digital Producer manages and supports storytelling efforts by generating creative video, photography, and social media content that authentically speaks to the school’s mission and values. This person is also the key producer of HeadWay, the school’s podcast. The Digital Producer reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications.

Requirements

• A minimum of four in a marketing or communications role, with specific experience managing social media platforms and producing podcasts. Previous experience in an independent school and/or non-profit setting is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree required—specialty in journalism, digital media, or communications preferred
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively
• An eye for design and a high level of attention to detail and follow-through
• Able to work independently while enjoying a collaborative work environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a proven track record of prioritizing and completing multiple tasks within firm deadlines, while remaining flexible and composed in response to changing demands
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to managing workflows and taking initiative High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion, including experience handling confidential information
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, a genuine enthusiasm for working with students, and for being part of an academic community
• Sensitivity to equity and inclusion and a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, gender, cultural, and disabled populations
• Eye for design and visual storytelling, with experience creating engaging, mission-aligned content
• Experience filming and editing video content; Ability to work in Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable editing platform
• Basic familiarity with Canva and the Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign and Photoshop; Deep knowledge of these platforms, a plus
• Experience with RiversideFM or a similar podcast publishing platform
• Strong technical skills in a Mac environment and with Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Experience with content management systems, website back ends, and marketing platforms; experience with Veracross, Interactive Schools, and HubSpot, a plus
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support and promote school-wide events as needed
• Work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of priorities and deadlines, as well as a diverse array of stakeholders
• Work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled environment
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to provide Livescan and TB clearance

Responsibilities

• Manage HRS social media channels, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
• Track digital engagement and share results
• Create original content and strategies that increase engagement with our social media channels
• Generate, edit, and distribute creative photography, videos, and social media content that showcase life at Head-Royce
• Produce and edit monthly episodes during the school year of HeadWay, the school podcast
• Participate in planning meetings with internal constituents to provide thought leadership on projects, programs, and materials that showcase events and happenings at Head-Royce
• Partner with divisions and various departments across campus, including Admissions, Advancement, CCE, Heads Up, etc., to showcase events and happenings at Head-Royce
• Collaborate with our MarComm team and other constituents as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees