Digital Specialist

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Notre Dame is seeking a Digital Specialist to oversee the Alumni Association’s digital presence, including social media, my.nd.edu, and digital campaigns. You’ll lead content creation, campaign design, and data‑driven improvements in collaboration with campus partners.

You will manage a publication calendar, stay ahead of digital trends, and provide multimedia support through photography and videography at key events, while ensuring accessibility and alignment with university

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2‑3 years of professional experience managing social media platforms, curated website content, and digital marketing campaigns for a brand or organization.
• Proficiency with popular Social Media Management Systems (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Buffer) and major analytics dashboards (e.g., Google Analytics 4, Meta Business Suite).
• Basic familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) for routine website and mobile app updates (e.g., WordPress, or proprietary university platforms).
• Hands‑on experience operating mid‑tier photography and videography equipment, as well as basic mobile or desktop editing suites.
• Outstanding written communication skills with a proven track record of writing clean, engaging editorial copy under tight deadlines. Excellent foundational project management and scheduling habits.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation & Publishing: Manage the daily creation, curation, and publication of high‑quality content across all primary Association social media accounts to drive engagement.
• Campaign Innovation: Design and launch creative digital campaigns aimed at expanding the Association’s global reach.
• Internal Consultation: Serve as the strategic social media advisor for internal partner teams, including Spirituality, Service, Alumni Education, Career and Professional, and Clubs, Classes, and Groups.
• Data Tracking: Monitor and analyze performance metrics across all digital platforms.
• Reporting: Compile and distribute monthly leaderboard reports for the marketing team, alongside comprehensive quarterly reports for executive leadership review.
• Data‑Driven Strategy: Use digital insights and behavioral data to establish KPIs, guide future marketing decisions, and provide actionable recommendations to improve audience reach.
• Content Moderation: Curate, write, and update alumni‑focused content for the ND Mobile App and the primary Association website (my.nd.edu).
• Strategic Promotion: Ensure prominent exposure for Association services, storytelling initiatives, and high‑priority University news.
• Cross‑Campus Collaboration: Partner with campus and Association stakeholders to routinely implement digital updates.
• Workflow, Trends, and Media Support: Manages the shared digital publication calendar and builds standardized communication systems to ensure cross‑organizational collaboration.
• Stays ahead of emerging digital trends and algorithm shifts to share best practices with internal teams, while also providing hands‑on multimedia support by capturing and curating photography and videography at key events.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Campaign design

Analytics & reporting

CMS management

Photography & videography

Editorial writing

Project management

Work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Hootsuite

Sprout Social

Buffer

Google Analytics 4

Meta Business Suite

WordPress

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canva

Looker Studio

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Use your digital savvy and creativity to inspire others to be a force for good! **** The Digital Specialist has editorial and administrative oversight of the Alumni Association’s digital presence, and is responsible for creating, leading, and measuring the effectiveness of the Alumni Association’s digital properties and campaigns. These properties include its social media channels; its primary website, my.nd.edu, and other sites; and other digital‑engagement focused initiatives as assigned.

As a key member of the marketing team, you will be responsible for creating, leading, and measuring the overall effectiveness of the Alumni Association’s digital properties and engagement‑focused campaigns. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and campus partners to expand our reach and deepen connections with alumni, parents, and friends worldwide.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Social Media Strategy & Platform Management

• Content Creation & Publishing: Manage the daily creation, curation, and publication of high‑quality content across all primary Association social media accounts to drive engagement.
• Campaign Innovation: Design and launch creative digital campaigns aimed at expanding the Association’s global reach.
• Internal Consultation: Serve as the strategic social media advisor for internal partner teams, including Spirituality, Service, Alumni Education, Career and Professional, and Clubs, Classes, and Groups.

Digital Analytics & Performance Reporting

• Data Tracking: Monitor and analyze performance metrics across all digital platforms.
• Reporting: Compile and distribute monthly leaderboard reports for the marketing team, alongside comprehensive quarterly reports for executive leadership review.
• Data‑Driven Strategy: Use digital insights and behavioral data to establish KPIs, guide future marketing decisions, and provide actionable recommendations to improve audience reach.

Website & Mobile App Content Curation

• Content Moderation: Curate, write, and update alumni‑focused content for the ND Mobile App and the primary Association website (my.nd.edu).
• Strategic Promotion: Ensure prominent exposure for Association services, storytelling initiatives, and high‑priority University news.
• Cross‑Campus Collaboration: Partner with campus and Association stakeholders to routinely implement digital updates.

Workflow, Trends, and Media Support

• Manages the shared digital publication calendar and builds standardized communication systems to ensure cross‑organizational collaboration.
• This role stays ahead of emerging digital trends and algorithm shifts to share best practices with internal teams, while also providing hands‑on multimedia support by capturing and curating photography and videography at key events.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2‑3 years of professional experience managing social media platforms, curated website content, and digital marketing campaigns for a brand or organization.
• Proficiency with popular Social Media Management Systems (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Buffer) and major analytics dashboards (e.g., Google Analytics 4, Meta Business Suite).
• Basic familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) for routine website and mobile app updates (e.g., WordPress, or proprietary university platforms).
• Hands‑on experience operating mid‑tier photography and videography equipment, as well as basic mobile or desktop editing suites.
• Outstanding written communication skills with a proven track record of writing clean, engaging editorial copy under tight deadlines. Excellent foundational project management and scheduling habits.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker Studio, Power BI) to streamline monthly leaderboard reporting.
• Structural knowledge of SEO best practices, algorithm behaviors, and mobile app notification deployment strategies.
• Familiarity with creative suites like Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro) or Canva for asset creation.
• Proven ability to manage a master content calendar and map out communication workflows for separate, varied stakeholder groups (Spirituality, Career Services, Volunteers, etc.).

Additional Information

RESUME & COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Please add in the attachments section of your application.

Salary

Salary starting in the mid-$50,000s, commensurate with experience.

Applications will be accepted through July 26, 2026.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.