Mercy High School - Social Media Associate

Social Media Freelancer is needed in Burlingame, United States.

Client: Mercy High School

Location: Burlingame, CA

Contract: Part-time

Job Description

Job Title: Interim Part-Time Social Media Associate

Department: Marketing

Reports to: Project Manager / Head of School

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Period: November 2025 - June 2026

Posting Date: October 2025

Pay Rate: $23–$26 per hour

Hours: Up to 30 hours per week

Summary:

Rooted in the mission and charism of the Sisters of Mercy and the teachings of the Catholic Church, the Interim Part-Time Social Media Associate supports Mercy High School’s online presence through engaging storytelling, creative content design, and consistent brand representation. This temporary, part-time role is responsible for creating high-quality social media content, including photography, videography, and digital design, that highlights the life, spirit, and values of Mercy High School. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with an eye for detail, a passion for visual communication, and a commitment to authenticity and excellence.

Requirements

Qualifications:

The Interim Part-Time Social Media Associate should be an innovative and faith-filled individual with a passion for advancing women’s education and who models ethical and moral decision-making. The individual should be able to work with a gentle firmness, displaying compassion and empathy while treating all stakeholders with dignity. A strong colleague who communicates with warmth and transparency and honors confidentiality is essential.

Key skills needed include:

• Ability to perform and collaborate as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Sense of humor and “can do it” attitude

The individual must have knowledge of Catholic Church teachings and doctrines in line with the tradition and charism of the Sisters of Mercy.

Education and/or Experience:

Successful candidates are required to possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Social Media Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in social media management, digital content creation, photography, or videography preferred.
• Strong storytelling ability through photo and video content.
• Proficiency with design and editing tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or similar.
• Excellent writing and editing skills for captions and digital storytelling.
• Highly organized, creative, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
• Understanding of and commitment to Catholic values and the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Social Media Management:

• Manage and grow Mercy High School’s social media channels in alignment with school branding and mission.
• Plan, create, and schedule engaging digital content.
• Maintain and execute a content calendar tied to school events, student life, admissions activities, and community milestones.
• Monitor engagement metrics and make data-informed recommendations for future content.
• Engage with online followers and respond to messages, comments, and mentions promptly and professionally.

Photography Expectations:

• Capture authentic, candid moments that reflect Mercy’s community and values.
• Produce high-quality photos per classroom visit/event as specified.
• Deliver edited photos within 24 hours to the designated marketing folder.

Videography Expectations:

• Capture and edit short videos for social media and web platforms.
• Create content that communicates school life, student voices, and key events.

Content Creation & Design:

• Collaborate to develop visually appealing graphics and maintain organized archives of visual assets.

Brand Representation:

• Ensure all communications reflect Mercy’s identity, mission, and values.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend select school events to capture content for marketing and social media.
• Support student Influencer Club and other related initiatives.