Communications Manager

• Serve as a co-editor and write for Cross Sections magazine, published annually.
• Serve as point-person for three weekly parent newsletters, soliciting, organizing and editing content. Occasionally update newsletters in Blackbaud via simple coding. (We’ll teach you.)
• In collaboration with Development staff, create content for Annual Giving and capital campaign fundraising programs, including e-blasts, appeal letters, brochures and acknowledgement letters.
• Create and edit content for the Office of Admission and Affordability, including videos (mostly outsourced), e-blasts and postcards.
• Edit and proofread collateral and other materials from K-12 colleagues.
• Oversee the online school store, working with the vendor/designer to offer new spirit wear several times a year and occasionally troubleshooting issues that may arise.
• Establish an editorial calendar for website news stories and social media posts and serve as the main content creator for both.
• Edit/create content for the School website as needed.
• Take photos and simple videos for the website/social media.
• Very occasionally attend events beyond work hours.

• Exceptionally strong writing and proofreading skills are an absolute must.
• Knowledge of Associated Press style.
• Experience with CMS systems, Google Workspace, AI tools and social media platforms.
• Ability to shape and articulate a compelling case for financial support.
• Ability to generate imaginative, error-free and persuasive copy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Engagement with faculty, staff and students to find interesting stories to tell.
• Friendliness and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Special skills in photography, video filming/editing, and graphic design a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Salary : $82,000 - $87,000