Social Media Specialist & Content Creator

Timothy Christian School; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Timothy Christian Schools in Elmhurst, IL seeks an entry-level Social Media Specialist and Content Creator. You will capture authentic campus moments, craft short-form videos, and manage social channels to celebrate student life and school events.

This role blends photography with strategic storytelling in a faith-based setting. You will collaborate with Marketing and Communications, maintain a vibrant visual library, and grow your photography skills while making a tangible impact on our

Qualifications

• A passion for Photography, Visual Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrated photography skills and a strong visual eye, with the ability to capture authentic, engaging images of people and campus life.
• Strong writing and editing skills for crafting audience-focused social media captions.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and current visual content trends/best practices.
• Enthusiasm for photographic storytelling, community engagement, and faith-based education.

Responsibilities

• Photographic storytelling & content creation — capture, edit, and post compelling photography and short-form video.
• On-campus visual documentation — photograph and film daily campus life and events.
• Social media management — manage calendars across platforms and engage with the community.
• Photo editing & visual asset production — edit photos and videos; create graphics and templates.
• Campaign & event visual support — plan and execute content for school initiatives.
• Performance tracking — analyze engagement and reach to inform strategy.

Skills

Photography

Visual storytelling

Social media knowledge

Writing & editing

Strong communication

Education

Photography/Visual Communications/Marketing-related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Lightroom

Canva

Social media scheduling tools

Job description

Social Media Specialist & Content Creator

This entry-level role is ideal for a creative, mission-driven individual with a strong passion for photography and visual storytelling. At Timothy Christian Schools, you will use your camera to amplify our mission to uphold Biblical truth, ignite academic growth, and inspire courageous leadership. You will create authentic, high-quality photographic and short-form video content for social media and print that celebrates student life, academic excellence, athletic achievements, artistic talents, and everyday moments of faith and growth.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and collaborating closely with the Director of Communications, you will work as part of a supportive, cross-functional team (Development, Marketing, Communications, and Admissions). Your primary contribution will be building and maintaining a vibrant visual library of campus life that reflects Timothy’s mission, values, and Biblical worldview. This position offers hands-on experience in photographic storytelling, content creation, community engagement, and strategic communication—perfect for someone eager to grow their photography skills while making an immediate visual impact in a collaborative, faith-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Photographic Storytelling & Content Creation — Capture, edit, and post compelling photography and short-form video that showcases campus life, events, academics, athletics, arts, and student stories. Maintain a consistent, authentic visual brand voice aligned with Timothy’s mission.

On-Campus Visual Documentation — Regularly photograph and film daily campus life, chapel, classroom moments, athletic competitions, performances, and special events to build a rich, ongoing visual archive. Coordinate with freelance photographers/videographers for major events under guidance from leadership.

Social Media Management — Manage content calendars across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, etc.), prioritizing strong visual content. Monitor comments, messages, and inquiries; respond thoughtfully to foster positive community interaction.

Photo Editing & Visual Asset Production — Edit photos and short videos to a polished standard. Create simple supporting graphics, event signage, digital templates, and social media assets using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Lightroom, Canva, or similar.

Campaign & Event Visual Support — Collaborate with the team to plan and execute photographic and video content strategies for key initiatives including Timothy Giving Day, Taste of Timothy, the biennial auction, open houses, and other school events.

Performance Tracking — Monitor social media analytics (engagement, reach, growth) with a focus on visual content performance; provide monthly insights and recommendations to strengthen photographic storytelling and overall strategy.

Qualifications

• A passion for Photography, Visual Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrated photography skills and a strong visual eye, with the ability to capture authentic, engaging images of people and campus life. You’ll use everything from a phone to a DSLR with off-camera flash.
• Strong writing and editing skills for crafting audience-focused social media captions that complement photographic work.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and current visual content trends/best practices.
• Enthusiasm for photographic storytelling, community engagement, and faith-based education.

Preferred

• Hands-on experience (internship, personal projects, volunteer work, or coursework) in photography and/or videography, photo editing (Lightroom/Photoshop or equivalent), graphic design, or social media content creation.
• Portfolio demonstrating still photography and short-form video work.
• Basic knowledge of content scheduling tools (e.g., Later, Creator Studio) or willingness to learn quickly.
• Passion for Christian education and excitement about using photography and video to tell stories that glorify God.

What We Offer

Full-time, on-campus position at our Elmhurst, IL location (in-person presence is essential for consistent campus photography and content capture). Weekends, evenings, and flexible hours as needed.

Opportunity to grow your photography and visual storytelling skills in a supportive, mission-aligned team where your images directly support students and families.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits package (details provided during the interview process).

Join a Mission-Aligned Team

Timothy Christian Schools is a PS–12th grade, nondenominational, Christ-centered school in Elmhurst, Illinois. Christ is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to uphold Biblical truth, ignite academic growth, and inspire courageous leadership—one student at a time. All employees must be fully committed to our statement of faith (available at timothychristian.com/about) and our mission.