— Position Available
Social Media Strategist
The Arizona Interscholastic Association, Inc., (AIA) has an open position for a Social Media Strategist. The AIA is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) private corporation and serves 284 public and private member high schools in Arizona.
Arizona Interscholastic Association
7007 North 18th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85020-5552
Location: Phoenix, Arizona (Hybrid work schedule possible)
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
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Applications accepted through
February 20, 2026
February 20, 2026
Position Summary
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The Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA), the governing body for high school athletics and
activities in Arizona, is seeking a dynamic, creative, and strategic Social Media Strategist to
lead the organization’s digital presence. This position will be responsible for developing,
managing, and executing social media strategies that celebrate Arizona’s student-athletes,
promote AIA events and initiatives, and enhance engagement with member schools, media, and the
community.
Key Responsibilities
Content Strategy & Execution
- Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with AIA’s mission and brand.
- Create engaging, timely, and visually compelling content across all AIA social media platforms (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Threads, etc.).
- Plan and execute coverage of AIA state tournaments, championships, and special events, including live updates, photo/video capture, and post-event highlights.
- Coordinate content calendars to ensure consistent posting and alignment with key AIA milestones and sports seasons.
Brand Management & Communication
- Uphold and advance AIA’s voice, tone, and visual identity across all platforms.
- Highlight positive stories that showcase sportsmanship, leadership, and excellence among Arizona’s high school athletes, coaches, and schools. Collaborate with internal departments to promote programs, initiatives, and announcements.
- Serve as the primary liaison for social media inquiries and engagement.
Analytics & Growth
- Track, analyze, and report on social media performance metrics.
- Use analytics insights to inform strategy, content optimization, and audience engagement.
- Monitor trends, best practices, and emerging platforms to keep AIA’s digital presence current and effective.
Collaboration & Support
- Work closely with communications, media production, and event operations teams to enhance storytelling opportunities.
- Support livestreams, interviews, and digital features for AIA events.
- Build relationships with schools, athletic directors, and media partners to share and amplify AIA content.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Sports Management, or related field.
- Experience managing social media for a brand, sports organization, or media outlet preferred.
- Experience in sports communications, photography, or video production preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong writing and visual storytelling skills.
- Proficiency with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Meta Business Suite).
- Basic graphic design and video editing skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut).
- Knowledge of Arizona high school sports landscape a plus.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends during championship seasons.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.
To Apply
Those interested should email a letter of interest and resume to:
Brian Bolitho
bbolitho@aiaonline.org