Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

Richmond, VA (Unknown)

$22/hr – $25/hrMid LevelPart time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the end-to-end marketing and storytelling workstreams for Rise Academy by planning and executing social media, content creation, website updates, and branding initiatives to engage students, families, and the broader community.

  • Drive social media strategy and daily content calendar across multiple platforms
  • Lead photo/video capture and storytelling campaigns showcasing school life

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Social Media Management
  • Plan, create, and publish engaging content across Rise Academy's social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other emerging platforms).
  • Maintain a consistent posting schedule that reflects the school's mission and culture.
  • Monitor engagement, respond to comments and messages as appropriate, and grow online community interaction.
  • Stay current on social media trends and recommend innovative ways to increase visibility and engagement.
  • Content Creation
  • Capture high-quality photos and videos of students, faculty, events, athletics, chapel services, and school activities.
  • Create short-form videos, reels, graphics, and promotional content.
  • Write compelling captions, newsletters, blog posts, and website content.
  • Develop storytelling campaigns highlighting student achievements, alumni success, donors, and community partnerships.

Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
  • Experience managing social media accounts for an organization or business.
  • Strong writing and editing skills.
  • Experience creating digital graphics using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar software.
  • Experience with photography and videography.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
  • Passion for education and serving students.

Preferred

  • Experience maintaining websites (WordPress or similar platforms).
  • Knowledge of Google Analytics and social media insights.
  • Experience with email marketing platforms.
  • Experience working in schools or nonprofit organizations.
  • Basic video editing experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong visual storytelling abilities.
  • Creative thinker with an eye for design and branding.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
  • Strong time management skills.
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Rise Academy

Rise Academy is a primary/secondary education company based out of P.O. BOX 5171, Lubbock, Texas, United States.

San Jose, California, USA
185 employees

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
35.9%
Direct
40%
Referral
13%
Social
8.2%
Paid
1.7%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~188

Marketing Team

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