Media & Content Manager

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Media & Content Manager serves as the central hub for content creation, media management, and editorial oversight across AISC's communications ecosystem. This role combines content strategy with hands-on production to ensure high-quality, engaging materials that support the school's storytelling and communication objectives.

The manager oversees media galleries, content creation workflows, and editorial processes while supporting photo and video production initiatives. This role directly impacts content quality, media organization, and the effectiveness of AISC's communications across all channels.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

Content Strategy & Creation:

• Develop content aligned with communications and content strategies
• Serve as copy editor and proofreader for all school communications
• Create compelling written content for diverse audiences and platforms
• Coordinate content/conversational calendars and editorial schedules for Social Media, internal & external Bulletins, Website, and all channels where AISC has a presence. 
• Establish editorial calendars and maintain consistent publishing schedules
• Supports the content creation for relaunching the AISC website
• Ensure content quality and consistency across platforms and materials
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop technical and educational content
• Ensure brand vocabulary, voice and tone are consistent across channels. 

Media Management:

• Manage comprehensive media galleries and asset libraries
• Coordinate photo and video editing projects with internal and external teams
• Develop content creation handbooks and storage, and archival policies
• Oversee media storage, organization, and accessibility systems
• Support on-field photo and video capture initiatives
• Leads Media Google Drive implementation
• Create and Maintain media naming conventions, archive and retrieval systems
• Maintain archival systems for historical content and media

Editorial & Production Support:

• Provide copy editing and proofreading services for all school communications
• Develop style guides and editorial standards
• Train staff on content creation best practices
• Implement quality control processes for all published materials
• Ensure compliance with accessibility and inclusion standards
• Support video and photo editing workflows
• Coordinate with photographers and videographers
• Manage content production timelines and deliverables
• Ensure brand compliance in all content creation

KEY DELIVERABLES

• Executed Content & Communication strategy
• Published editorial calendars
• Launch Media Google Drives
• Media gallery organization and management system
• Content creation handbooks and media archival policies
• Content creation and editing workflows and platforms (documents, platforms, etc.)
• Media production support and coordination
• Quality assurance protocols for all content

QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFILE

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Digital Media, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in content creation, editing, and media management
• Demonstrated expertise in educational, non-profit, or institutional communications
• Strong portfolio showcasing diverse writing samples, content strategies, and media production work
• Experience with international or multicultural audiences preferred

Technical Expertise

• Content Management Systems:

  Advanced proficiency with WordPress, Drupal, or similar CMS platforms

• Media Production:

  Intermediate skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom)

• Digital Asset Management:

  Experience with DAM systems, cloud storage, and media organization protocols

• Social Media Management:

  Proficiency with scheduling tools (Hootsuite, Buffer), analytics, and platform-specific content creation

• Photography/videography:

  medium proficiency in producing and editing photos and videos. 

Core Competencies

• Editorial Excellence:

  Advanced writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail and grammar

• Content Strategy:

  Proven ability to develop content calendars, cross-platform strategies, and audience-specific messaging

• Project Management:

  Experience coordinating multiple content projects with varying deadlines and stakeholders

• Brand Voice:

  Ability to maintain consistent brand voice and messaging across diverse content types and platforms

• Research Skills:

  Strong fact-checking abilities and experience gathering information from multiple sources

Communication & Leadership

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages preferred)
• Experience training and mentoring junior staff or volunteers in content creation
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, photographers, and external vendors
• Strong presentation skills for pitching content strategies to leadership and stakeholders
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to create inclusive content for diverse international audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with video production and live streaming platforms
• Certification in Google Analytics, HubSpot, or similar digital marketing platforms
• Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar)
• Background in crisis communications or reputation management
• Working knowledge of Google Analytics, SEO best practices, and content optimization