Digital Engagement Director: Social Media & Storytelling

Loyola Academy; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Academy is seeking an Assistant Director of Digital Communications and Engagement to lead the institution’s social media presence and support digital communications, including email campaigns and website updates. The role focuses on timely, engaging content that strengthens community connections and supports enrollment.

You will own the school’s institutional social media channels, develop content that reflects the school’s mission, and collaborate with the Director of Communications and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, digital media, graphic design or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills with ability to adapt content for different audiences.
• Working knowledge of major social media platforms, analytics and publishing tools.
• Experience using Canva or comparable content-creation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Implement the school's social media strategy under the Director of Communications.
• Own Loyola Academy's institutional social media channels and manage content calendar.
• Create quick-turnaround social content, including reels, stories and event coverage.
• Attend classes and events to provide timely social media coverage while exercising sound judgment with students.
• Coordinate with the Creative Multimedia Specialist and Content Producer for multimedia assets.
• Monitor engagement and report performance to strengthen future content.

Skills

Strong writing & editing

Social media management

Analytics & performance tracking

Content strategy

Collaboration with teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/related field

Tools

Canva

Email marketing platforms

Website CMS

Job description

Loyola Academy is seeking an Assistant Director of Digital Communications and Engagement to lead the institution’s social media presence and support digital communications, including email campaigns and website updates. The role focuses on timely, engaging content that strengthens community connections and supports enrollment.

You will own the school’s institutional social media channels, develop content that reflects the school’s mission, and collaborate with the Director of Communications and