Content Creator

Job Description

As a Content Creator, you will :

• Plan, shoot, and edit short-form videos that highlight campus life, academics, athletics, research, and special events particularly for Allegheny's digital and social platforms.
• Write concise profiles, feature stories, and other web content that is optimized for SEO and aligned with Allegheny's brand voice.
• Assist with creative and editorial projects such as photography, press releases, and other special marketing initiatives as assigned.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications colleagues, students, and campus partners to identify and develop stories that showcase the distinctive Allegheny experience.
• Monitor social media, video, and higher education trends to recommend creative content ideas and approaches

Experience and Qualifications

• Entry level position
• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, multimedia, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience) preferred.
• 1 - 3 years experience preferred

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Required Knowledge

• Working knowledge of video production and editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or mobile-based editing apps)

• Experience creating, editing, and publishing content for social media and digital platforms

• Interest in emerging technologies and social platform trends


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Required Skills and Abilities • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms • Familiarity with SEO best practices and web writing preferred • Photography and/or basic graphic design experience is a plus • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Enthusiasm for higher education and a passion for capturing authentic student and campus stories
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative team environment

• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends to capture campus life and other important assignments

YOUR COMPENSATION

Starting salary will be competitive, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

About Us

Allegheny College, founded in 1815, is one of the nation's most historic and innovative four-year colleges with the distinct requirement of completing a major and minor in different academic areas. This multidisciplinary learning celebrates students' unusual combinations of interests and provides creative, independent thinkers with a path for educational depth and intellectual growth, preparing them for a successful launch after graduation and even for careers that may not yet exist. Located in western Pennsylvania, 1.5 hours equidistant from Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Buffalo, Allegheny College is one of 40 colleges featured in Loren Pope's "Colleges That Change Lives" and recently ranked #4 by The Princeton Review in its Top 20 Best Private Schools for Making an Impact. In its 2025 rankings, U.S. News & World Report recognized Allegheny College as one of the country's top 100 national liberal arts colleges, with special distinctions including one of the top 10 best for senior capstone experience and one of the top 25 best for undergraduate research and creative activities.

Allegheny's undergraduate residential education prepares students for successful, meaningful lives by promoting students' intellectual, moral, and social development and encouraging personal and civic responsibility. Allegheny's faculty and staff combine high academic standards and a commitment to the exchange of knowledge with a supportive approach to learning. Graduates are equipped to think critically and creatively, write clearly, speak persuasively, and meet challenges in a diverse, interconnected world. Allegheny College is deeply committed to creating an inclusive community that actively challenges racism, sexism, heterosexism, religious bigotry, and other forms of bias (see Allegheny College Statement of Community).

Allegheny College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Allegheny does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.

Allegheny College is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Director of Human Resources.

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