Digital Media Manager 1 (21186) - Hybrid

Please note: Only candidates who meet all listed required qualifications will be considered for this position. They want Stanford experience Social media experience Email marketing experience Detail oriented and organized Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant digital media or communications experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. Are you ready for the next step in your career? Flex Employee Services is here to support you along your journey. We are actively seeking talented individuals to fill the following opportunity. If this sounds like you (or someone you know), we'd love to connect! About the

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Job Title:

Digital Media Manager 1 (21186) -

Hybrid Location:

Stanford, CA 94503

Schedule:

8am-5pm

M-F Duration:

15-Jun-2026 - 08-Oct-2026

Pay Rate:

$37-44/hr. Earn a $500 referral bonus once your referral completes 90 billable days. 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. This full-time, 4-month hybrid position (40 hours/week) has an on-site anchor day on Tuesdays on campus. It offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital communications and brand management at Stanford University.

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 university and 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

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 University 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 Stanford 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 Ready to take the next step? Click " Interested " to kickstart your journey toward a rewarding career! #IND2

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$37.00 - $44.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have Stanford experience? If not, please hold off on completing the application for now. We'll be posting another opportunity in the future for candidates who don't have the required experience. Do you have email marketing experience? If not, please hold off on completing the application for now. We'll be posting another opportunity in the future for candidates who don't have the required experience. Do you have social media experience? If not, please hold off on completing the application for now. We'll be posting another opportunity in the future for candidates who don't have the required experience.

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Stanford, CA 94305