Content Curator / Graphic Designer

NOLA Public Schools Vision The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success. Position Summary The Content Curator / Graphic Designer supports NOLA Public Schools in developing and implementing strategies that strengthen the district’s visibility, reputation, and stakeholder engagement. This role is responsible for creating written, visual, and digital content for district communications, social media management, providing audiovisual (AV) and television production support, and cross-training with team members to ensure seamless communications coverage across platforms. The specialist works closely with staff and external partners to highlight district achievements and ensure consistent, professional representation of NOLA Public Schools. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Communications & Branding Develop and implement communications strategies that align with the district’s mission, vision, and valuesCreate engaging written, visual, and digital content for district communicationsEnsure consistent application of the district’s brand across print, digital, and media platformsSupport communications campaigns for district initiatives, events, and priorities Social Media Management Manage and grow NOLA Public Schools’ presence on social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTubeCreate content that highlights district initiatives, student and staff achievements, and community partnershipsMonitor media engagement, respond to inquiries, and track analytics to inform strategy AV/TV Support Provide audiovisual and technical support for board meetings, press conferences, and district eventsCoordinate live-streaming and recording services for internal and external communicationsAssist with the production and editing of video content for television, social media, and the district’s websiteTroubleshoot AV equipment and ensure professional quality in all recordings and broadcasts Cross-Training & Team Collaboration Cross-train with communications team members to provide coverage and support across all communications functionsServe as a backup for media relations, newsletters, website content updates, and crisis communications as neededCollaborate with schools, departments, and community partners to share stories and strengthen stakeholder engagement Educational Background Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field requiredMinimum 5 years of experience in communications, media production, or social media managementExperience with AV/TV production, live streaming, and video editing strongly preferred Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities Required Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiencesProficiency with social media platforms, scheduling tools, and analyticsSkilled in audiovisual equipment operation, video production, and editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent)Graphic design skills a plus (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple prioritiesFlexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for district events Salary Offers Our salary offers reflect a commitment to equity and transparency. Each offer is determined by education, years of experience, and alignment with compensation across similar roles within the district. Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the workday; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely; Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely; Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely; Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting Performance Evaluation The employee will be evaluated based on the above position using either two methods: via COMPASS/LEADS or a NOLA-PS evaluating instrument. If the employee holds an Educational Leadership certification, he/she will be evaluated via COMPASS/LEADS to ensure renewal of certification. EEOC Statement NOLA Public Schools is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.