Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Digital Media Manager.
Job Description:
Job Title: Digital Media Manager
Job Type: Contract
Job Location: Stanford, CA
Work Schedule: On-site
Pay Rate: $43 Based on experience
We are seeking a temporary Digital Media Manager to lead day-to-day social media and email communications while supporting the strategic integration of digital brands during an organizational merger. Working closely with the Communications Associate Director, the manager will oversee content creation and deployment across social media platforms and email channels, ensuring consistent messaging and engagement with the institute's diverse stakeholder audiences.
Core Duties:
Social Media Management:
● Manage day-to-day requests, handling content planning, creation, and publishing across Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
● Develop and execute social media campaigns to promote events, new programs, and special announcements
● Coordinate with social media campaign freelancers on special projects and weekly tasks
● Upload events videos to YouTube
● Monitor engagement metrics and compile quarterly data for performance reports
● Collaborate with researchers, faculty, and staff on social requests
● Maintain content calendars and ensure consistent posting schedules across all platforms Email Communications:
● Draft, design, test, and deploy 1-4 email newsletters per week using email marketing platform Emma
● Assist in writing compelling copy and subject lines that engage diverse audiences including researchers, students, industry partners, and the general public
● Design email templates and graphics that align with brand guidelines
● Assign freelance copyeditor email review for consistency of tone and style
● Conduct A/B testing to optimize subject lines, content, and send times
● Manage email lists, segmentation, and compliance with legal standards
Merger Integration:
● Support the unification of HAI and SDS social media accounts
● Consolidate and harmonize brand voice, visual identity, and messaging across merged platforms
● Assist in archiving, migrating, or consolidating accounts
● Update social and email templates, signatures, and branding to reflect the merged organization
● Track appropriate metrics to ensure merger activities are having a positive impact on audience
Content:
● Create graphics, videos, and other multimedia content using design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
● Coordinate with web team to ensure cross-platform consistency
Minimum Requirements:
Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant digital media or communications experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
● Demonstrated expertise managing institutional social media accounts across multiple platforms
● Proven experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Emma, or similar)
● Strong copywriting and editing skills with ability to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms
● Proficiency with design tools for creating social media graphics and email templates
● Experience with social publishing and listening platforms like Brandwatch, Khoros, or Sprout Social.
● Experience with analytics and ability to interpret data to inform strategy
● Excellent project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously
● Strong attention to detail and commitment to brand consistency
● Ability to work independently and take initiative while collaborating effectively with diverse teams
● Knowledge of accessibility best practices for digital content
● Familiarity with higher education, research, or technology sector communications preferred
Physical Requirements
● Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
● Frequently sitting
● Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, use a telephone
● Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds
*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the Client will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Work Standards:
● Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with colleagues and clients and with external organizations
● Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned
About Maxonic:
Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.
Interested in Applying?
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Jaspreet Singh (Jaspreet.s@maxonic.com/(510) 613-4990) for more details.
