Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Social Media Manager - Religious Publications

BYU Religious Publications seeks a creative and mission-driven professional to oversee its social media presence and podcast production. BYU Religious Publications includes the divisions of the Maxwell Institute, the Religious Studies Center, and BYU Studies. This individual will transform published content into engaging digital experiences—extending the reach of BYU Religious Publications through social media posts, quality podcasts, and multimedia storytelling. In addition, the manager will mentor student employees, equipping them with skills in digital communication and production. All responsibilities are to be carried out in harmony with the mission of Brigham Young University and in support of the values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Content Development
  • Repurpose publications into engaging digital formats (short videos, graphics, audio snippets).
  • Collaborate with editorial teams to ensure accuracy and consistency in messaging.
  • Create and maintain a detailed content calendar, to ensure consistent and timely content delivery.
  • Ensure all content aligns with brand standards and voice.

• Social Media Management
  • In collaboration with the digital content manager, develop and execute a social media strategy to highlight BYU Religious Publications’ content and mission. This includes social media campaigns around new releases.
  • Grow engagement on BYU Religious Publications social media channels (e.g., increasing followers, shares, etc.)
  • Create, schedule, and monitor posts across platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn).
  • Analyze engagement metrics and adjust strategies to increase reach and impact (e.g., Google Analytics, social media analytics).

• Podcast Production
  • Plan, record, edit, and publish podcasts that amplify published material.
  • Ensure high production quality in audio, storytelling, and accessibility.

• Student Mentorship
  • Train and supervise student employees and interns in social media strategy, content creation, and podcast production.
  • Provide feedback to help students develop professional skills.

• Mission Alignment
  • Support the spiritual and academic mission of BYU.
  • Ensure all content reflects the values of Brigham Young University and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, media arts, journalism, marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and content management tools.
• Experience in audio editing and podcast production (e.g., Adobe Audition, Audacity, or similar).
• Ability to train, mentor, and supervise student employees.
• Familiarity with video editing and graphic design (Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva).
• Demonstrated success in growing social media engagement.
• Ability to implement search engine optimization (SEO) strategies.

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generou