Digital and Social Content Manager

Classification:Full-Time, 12-month positionStart Date: Spring 2026Schedule: Standard school day, summer hours, with occasional evening and weekend coverage requiredReports To: Assistant Director of Communication

What You'll Do

Create compelling visual content:

• Capture, edit, and produce mobile-first photography, reels, stories, and short-form video that highlights student experiences and major school moments
• Write clear, engaging captions and short-form copy that bring those moments to life
• Conduct brief interviews to ensure content reflects people and programs with care and authenticity
• Maintain an organized digital asset library for future storytelling

Manage our digital presence:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of official social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn)
• Schedule content, engage with our community, and monitor for emerging issues
• Stay ahead of digital trends and platform updates to keep Lovett's presence modern and relevant

Build capacity across campus:

• Launch and support school-affiliated accounts by providing training, toolkits, and templates
• Coach student contributors for Student Life social content with appropriate guardrails and quality control
• Use analytics and insights to provide data-driven recommendations for strategy

Contribute to institutional storytelling:

• Support long-term campaigns tied to Lovett's Centennial and campus transformation, including the Rita Anne Rollins Hall project
• Be present for priority moments - occasional evenings, weekends, and limited travel required

Who You Are

You bring:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, media production, or related field
• 4+ years of digital content creation and social media management experience for an institution, brand, or organization
• Strong photography and short-form video production/editing skills with a demonstrable portfolio (Adobe, Final Cut, Canva, mobile tools)
• Experience managing high-visibility social accounts across multiple platforms
• Excellent writing and editing skills for social and short-form storytelling
• Strong project management and organizational skills

You have:

• Editorial instincts – You recognize meaningful, shareable moments in real-time and know when to hit record
• Visual storytelling chops – Your portfolio shows you can turn everyday moments into compelling narratives
• Cultural sensitivity – You understand the unique responsibility of publishing content involving minors and can build trust across a K–12 community
• Collaborative spirit – You work well with faculty, staff, students, families, coaches, and administrators
• Adaptability – You thrive in fast-paced environments and can pivot priorities as stories unfold

Bonus points for:

• Experience in K–12 independent schools, higher education, or mission-driven organizations
• Experience launching new channels (e.g., TikTok) and establishing sustainable content practices
• Familiarity with digital analytics and reporting

Why Lovett?

Our Community

Join a faculty of passionate educators who genuinely care about one another and the students we serve. You'll be part of a collaborative culture where your voice matters, your expertise is valued, and your professional growth is supported.

Our Commitment to Whole-Child Education

At Lovett, we educate the whole child - mind, body, and spirit. Our Lower School is integral to this mission, ensuring every student has access to the resources and support they need to reach their full potential.

Our Beautiful Campus

Work in a stunning setting with state-of-the-art facilities designed to inspire learning and community.

Professional Growth

Engage in meaningful professional development throughout the school year and summer. We invest in our faculty because we know that when teachers grow, students flourish.

Benefits & Compensation

The Lovett School offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and tuition remission benefits. 

True to our core value of Belonging, The Lovett School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse faculty and staff that reflects the world our students will inherit. We actively seek candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about our mission to develop students of honor, faith, and wisdom. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and post-offer drug screening.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; use hands and arms for teaching activities; lift and move materials up to 20 pounds; and possess vision abilities suitable for reading and digital work. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.