Director, Storytelling
Quick answer
College Track is hiring a full-time Director of Storytelling in Oakland, CA, with a salary range of $127,500 – $139,999, to lead storytelling efforts and drive strategic engagement.
- Role
- Director, Storytelling
- Organization
- College Track
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $127,500 – $139,999 (Full Salary Band: $115,000 – $165,000)
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Director of Storytelling at College Track will lead the creation and stewardship of authentic, strengths-based narratives to deepen understanding of the program model and drive strategic engagement.
What you'll do
- Partner with internal leaders to build and execute an annual storytelling plan
- Cultivate deep, trusted relationships with scholars, alumni, families, site staff, and Education team members
- Lead end-to-end production of written, visual, video, audio, and digital multimedia content
- Oversee social media storytelling strategy and platform management
- Supervise, coach, and mentor a part-time student employee handling daily social media scheduling
What it takes
- 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in storytelling, journalism, communications, content strategy, or digital media
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, Digital Media, Film, or a related field
- Exceptional interviewing, writing, and editing capabilities
- Proven success managing multimedia projects and editorial calendars
- Demonstrated skill in building authentic relationships across diverse communities
- Fierce commitment to educational equity, ethical/strengths-based representation, and DEIB
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Up to 23 discretionary time-off days, 23 paid office closures and holidays, robust coverage centered on health care, financial security, and work-life balance
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Oakland, CA, with up to 50% travel required.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $127,500 – $139,999 (Full Salary Band: $115,000 – $165,000).
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include 5–7 years of experience in storytelling, a bachelor’s degree, and exceptional writing and editing skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by February 28, 2024, and can be sent to the College Track HR department.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office with up to 50% travel required.
How to apply
Apply directly on College Track's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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