Contracted Content Creator

** POSITION** :
Content Creator (Contractor) ** LOCATION:
Hybrid — some on-site work at DSST Home Office and schools in Denver and Aurora, CO; some work-from-home flexibility
** PAY:** $30 per hour ** STATUS:
Part-time contractor, approximately 10–20 hours per week
** START:** Immediate start;
Contract runs through June 5, 2026, with potential to renew for 2026-27 school year

DSST Public Schools is seeking a creative and highly collaborative Content Creator (Contractor) to support the digital storytelling and brand-building efforts of the network. This contractor will produce compelling, on-brand multimedia content—including videos, photos, graphics, and captions—to support student recruitment, staff hiring, donor engagement, and broader community awareness. The Content Creator will work closely with DSST’s Marketing & Communications team to capture authentic moments across DSST schools, develop engaging content for social media platforms, and contribute to the network’s digital presence.

This is a dynamic opportunity to work with a mission-driven organization focused on transforming public education in Denver and Aurora.

• Increase DSST’s output of high-quality photo and video content at DSST schools, events, and activities.
• Edit videos, photos, and graphics to align with DSST’s brand, tone, and messaging.
• Write engaging social media captions that support student recruitment, community engagement, staff hiring strategies.
• Produce original multimedia content that highlights DSST students, staff, alumni, and community partners.

• Work collaboratively with the marketing & communications team to develop content that can be used for various campaigns.
• Create digital promotional materials for school events, recruitment activities, and network initiatives.
• Adapt content for multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok, Linked In, You Tube, etc.).

• Visit DSST campuses to capture multimedia content and elevate stories about students, staff and classrooms that distinguish that school’s unique value proposition.
• Support school-based staff by gathering content that reflects their community, events, and priorities.

• Produce 3-5 pieces of excellent content per week
• Maintain consistency in meeting deadlines, producing deliverables, and attending scheduled on-site shoots or meetings.
• Ensure all content reflects DSST’s brand standards, mission, and values.
• Support additional marketing tasks as assigned.

• Portfolio demonstrating experience in video production, photography, and graphic design.
• 1+ year of experience creating social media content for an organization, brand, school, nonprofit, or business.
• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Cap Cut, or other multimedia editing tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Strong writing skills and understanding of social media audiences.
• Comfort working in school environments and capturing candid content.
• Reliable transportation for on-site work at DSST schools in Denver and Aurora.

• Experience creating social content for student/staff recruitment, nonprofit storytelling, or K–12 education
• Proficiency in Spanish language
• Member of the DSST community (Alumnus, Parent/Family Member, Staff Member, Community Partner)

• Weekly coaching with DSST Marketing & Communications team member
• Clear assignments given weekly
• All needed content creation equipment provided

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students — 97% of whom attend a Green (top-rated) school. Just as important is how we achieve them: values-centered, human-focused, and together.

We invite educators and leaders who share our belief that there is more in us — more brilliance, more courage, more possibility — to join us.

• 100% of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or a postsecondary program
• 15 of 16 schools rated Green on the 2024–25 SPF
• 9 out of 10 DSST families would recommend DSST to a friend
• 95%+ of staff say their managers check in regularly and care about them as people