Contracted Content Creator (2025-2026) [Immediate Start]

Denver, CO (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New Grad1+ years expPart time

Posted 5 months ago

Job Summary

Produce on-brand multimedia content across DSST campuses to support student recruitment, engagement, and campaigns.

  • Own end-to-end video, photo, and graphic content creation for DSST schools and events.
  • Strong experience with video/photo/editing tools and social media content for education.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and collaborate with a marketing team.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Increase DSST’s output of high-quality photo and video content at DSST schools, events, and activities.
  • Edit videos, photos, and graphics to align with DSST’s brand, tone, and messaging.
  • Write engaging social media captions that support student recruitment, community engagement, staff hiring strategies.
  • Produce original multimedia content that highlights DSST students, staff, alumni, and community partners.
  • Work collaboratively with the marketing & communications team to develop content that can be used for various campaigns.
  • Create digital promotional materials for school events, recruitment activities, and network initiatives.
  • Adapt content for multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.).
  • Visit DSST campuses to capture multimedia content and elevate stories about students, staff and classrooms that distinguish that school’s unique value proposition.
  • Support school-based staff by gathering content that reflects their community, events, and priorities.
  • Produce 3-5 pieces of excellent content per week

Requirements

  • Portfolio demonstrating experience in video production, photography, and graphic design.
  • 1+ year of experience creating social media content for an organization, brand, school, nonprofit, or business.
  • Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or other multimedia editing tools.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong writing skills and understanding of social media audiences.
  • Comfort working in school environments and capturing candid content.
  • Reliable transportation for on-site work at DSST schools in Denver and Aurora.

Preferred

  • Experience creating social content for student/staff recruitment, nonprofit storytelling, or K–12 education
  • Proficiency in Spanish language
  • Member of the DSST community (Alumnus, Parent/Family Member, Staff Member, Community Partner)

Benefits

  • - Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator-focused mental-health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts.
  • - Growth & Opportunity: Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader.
  • - Rewards & Recognition: Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish.
  • - Whole Human Wellness: Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave.
  • - Thriving in Colorado: Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation support for out of state applicants, and local discounts that help you enjoy life in our beautiful sunshine filled state.
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DSST Public Schools

DSST Public Schools (DSST) operates a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) charter schools in Denver and Aurora, Colorado. Our 16 schools across 8 campuses serve over 7,000 middle and high school students with more than 89% of our students identifying as people of color speaking over 75 languages. We’re proud to be considered the top public school option locally and among the leading open-enrollment STEM schools in the US. In order to accomplish our mission of eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success and college in the 21st century, we are always seeking to hire transformational talent to join our team!We are excited to speak with new graduates, career changers, and experienced educators who are passionate about justice work in education. You also do not need a teaching license to join us! With almost 1,000 positions in our network, we help people find their just right role while making an impact.

Founded in 2004
Denver, Colorado, USA
765 employees

Funding

Total Funding
$2M
Last Raise
$2M
Grant, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Mar 2024
    Grant • $2M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
29.2K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$868
Traffic Source Mix
Search
45.8%
Direct
45.6%
Referral
6.6%
Social
0.7%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~766
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Contracted Content Creator (2025-2026) [Immediate Start]

DSST Public Schools · Denver, CO · Hybrid