Digital News Writer & Social Media Coordinator

Dallas ISD; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas ISD seeks a Digital Media Coordinator to serve as the primary storyteller for The Hub and district online platforms. You will research, interview, write feature and news stories across campuses, and publish concise social media posts to engage audiences.

The role also involves light photography and handling sensitive information with confidentiality. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field, with 2+ years of feature writing experience and strong AP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field.
• 2+ years of feature writing experience in a professional setting.
• Experience in journalism, storytelling, or editorial content management.

Responsibilities

• Research, pitch, report, and write engaging articles for The Hub.
• Conduct interviews across campuses districtwide.
• Cultivate sources with principals, teachers, staff to find compelling stories.
• Draft AP style copy under tight deadlines with accuracy.
• Adapt stories into social media posts to drive engagement.
• Capture basic photography and digital media assets.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Skills

Feature writing

Editorial storytelling

AP Style proficiency

CMS publishing

Social media basics

Interview techniques

Time management

Photography basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications / journalism / PR / marketing

Tools

CMS platforms

Job description

Dallas ISD seeks a Digital Media Coordinator to serve as the primary storyteller for The Hub and district online platforms. You will research, interview, write feature and news stories across campuses, and publish concise social media posts to engage audiences.

The role also involves light photography and handling sensitive information with confidentiality. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field, with 2+ years of feature writing experience and strong AP