Overview
Tel Aviv University External Relations Division |Full Time | On-site
TAU’s External Relations Division is looking for a creative, hands-on Social Media Manager & Content Creator to lead the creation, management, and growth of our global social media presence. This is a content-driven, social-first role for someone who understands how storytelling, community, and performance come together to drive engagement and build meaningful relationships.
As the fundraising and marketing arm of the university, External Relations produces content for a global audience of donors, supporters, and industry partners. You will play a central role in shaping and managing TAU’s social media channels—creating compelling video and written content, engaging directly with audiences, and using analytics to continuously optimize performance and impact.
Tel Aviv University (TAU) is Israel’s largest and most comprehensive institution of higher learning, home to over 30,000 students across nine faculties and 125 schools. As a global research powerhouse located in the heart of Israel’s high-tech hub, the university is consistently ranked among the world’s top institutions for innovation, entrepreneurship, and academic excellence. Joining TAU means becoming part of a diverse, world-class community dedicated to breaking boundaries and solving the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.
Tel Aviv University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
What You’ll Do:
Create engaging short-form video content (Reels/Shorts-style) tailored to each platform
Own and actively manage TAU’s social media channels, ensuring consistent, high-quality, and strategic content output
Write compelling social media copy that complements video and visual storytelling
Film and edit content across campus, at events, and in dynamic on-the-ground settings
Edit and adapt longer-form content (events, podcasts, lectures) into social-first assets
Engage with and manage online communities, responding to comments and messages to foster meaningful interaction
Track, analyze, and report on social media performance, using insights to refine content strategy and improve results
Collaborate closely with the Strategic Communications team to align content with campaigns, messaging, and fundraising goals
Support and execute influencer collaborations, partnerships, and social media affiliate marketing initiatives
Identify trends, opportunities, and platform updates to keep TAU’s social presence fresh, relevant, and competitive
Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, content-driven environment
Who You Are:
A social-first thinker who understands how platforms, audiences, and algorithms work together
Experienced in creating high-performing content, especially short-form video
Comfortable owning social channels end-to-end—from ideation to publishing to engagement and reporting
Creative, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of storytelling
Able to balance engaging, modern content with a polished, professional institutional voice
What You Bring:
Proven experience managing social media accounts and creating content (strong video portfolio required)
Strong filming and editing skills (mobile and/or camera)
Proficiency with video editing tools (e.g., CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar)
Experience writing for social media across platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook)
Familiarity with social media analytics tools and performance reporting
Experience or interest in influencer marketing, partnerships, and collaborations
Excellent English (spoken and written)
Competent Hebrew
Ability to work on-site at Tel Aviv University
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