ABOUT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON

The International School of Boston, located in Cambridge, Mass., opens a world of possibilities for students from Preschool through Grade 12. ISB provides a rigorous multilingual education, inclusive cultural experiences, and a fearless global mindset needed to learn and lead, both today and in the future. Classes are taught in English and French, equipping students with not only the ability to fluently speak at least two languages, but also empowering them to think in at least two languages. Their minds will be forever opened to the diverse ideas, insights, and innovations of peoples, countries, and societies that they will discover at ISB and beyond.

At ISB, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), is an intentional and essential underpinning of our high-quality education. We strive to ensure that all community members feel valued and experience a strong sense of belonging. As an international school, honoring our community's diverse backgrounds, languages, identities, abilities, experiences, and perspectives is essential to our culture and mission.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Creative Content Manager will create, innovate, and launch video, photography, stories, and campaigns that engage key audiences to support ISB’s ambitious goals for enrollment, advancement, community engagement, and other priorities outlined in the Strategic Plan. The successful candidate will have a strong appreciation for a multilingual, multicultural community and be willing to engage deeply with the School and its constituents to develop compelling content across critical functions, including academics, admissions, advancement, student life, and athletics.

The position will report to the Director of Strategic Engagement and work closely with the School’s Communications, Admissions, and Advancement personnel, in addition to faculty, coaches, and club coordinators. They will be an active participant in the Admissions/Marketing Group. This is an in-person position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee comprehensive day-to-day social media management for the school, including planning, content creation, and measurement. Responsible for capturing and editing photography and short-form videos for social media that advance the School’s mission and goals and align with the brand. Evaluate the effectiveness of content and recommend appropriate changes.
• Identify new ways to engage the School’s constituents through storytelling – including prospective families/students, parents, alumni, former families, and donors – through social media, digital platforms, the website, email campaigns, and more.
• Serve as the School’s day-to-day photographer, photographing school activities and events for the website, social media, presentations, and other marketing materials.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the School’s professional videography and photography partners and oversee professional video and photo shoots as needed, including scheduling coordination.
• Manage the school’s “no-photo” database.
• Collect, create, and maintain a digital library of images and videos and support School personnel by updating presentations as needed.
• Update digital screens across campus with relevant content and announcements.
• Work with the School’s third-party digital marketing partner to support the implementation of PPC and paid social media campaigns; coordinate efforts with the Director of Strategic Engagement and the Admissions/Marketing Committee.
• Support ad hoc website updates, as needed, including recommendations for photography.
• Keep pace with industry trends and recommend innovative improvements to the School’s processes.

This position offers the opportunity to further support the School’s marketing efforts, including graphic design, SEO, and writing, depending on interests and skills. Some nights and weekends required; travel opportunities may be available in alignment with the position’s goals.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

ISB has identified priority skills and abilities that all ISB faculty and staff should possess:

• Demonstrates intercultural competence: ability to shift cultural perspective and adapt to cultural differences
• Works collaboratively: works effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals
• Promotes Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: supportscultivating a community where all know they belong
• Builds Solutions: engages in proactive and creative solution building for various types of challenges
• Cultivates a Culture of Care: builds and sustains strong relationships grounded in empathy and mutual respect
• Demonstrates digital literacy: stays up to date with emerging technologies and adapts to new tools and platforms
• Manages Complexity and Ambiguity: ability to deal with challenges where there is no clear solution or outcome
• Demonstrates Flexibility and Adaptability: embraces change and adjusts when needed
• Demonstrates a Strong and Brave Work Ethic: takes initiative and works with integrity and accountability
• Communicates and Responds: listens and responds with empathy and respect in a timely manner

BENEFITS:

• Five weeks of paid vacation time per year, plus a two week paid school closure during the winter break
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans (we offer a free PPO plan for single coverage, and 2 HMO plans for a fee)
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent-Care FSA programs
• Immediate vesting retirement plan and fully vested 5% match after one year of service
• Employer-sponsored long term disability
• Competitive Compensation: Salary based on years of experience
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance for qualifying programs
• Transportation incentives
• 12 week parental leave after two years of employment
• Language Classes offered

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field preferred
• One to three years of experience, which can include internship positions; a portfolio or samples to include social media management, photography, or video editing should be provided at the time of application
• Strong command of the English and French languages preferred
• Understanding of the independent school environment helpful
• Effective communication skills (visual, oral, writing, non-verbal)
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively engage a diverse population
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines efficiently and accurately
• An attention to detail with a consistent ability to apply sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
• Ability to be flexible, effectively manage stress, and adapt to changing work priorities and assignments
• Punctual and consistent attendance and strong work ethic

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, MA 02140: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person