Communications Associate at Santa Catalina School | Monterey, CA | $26/hr – $34/hr

Communications Associate

Monterey, CA (On-site)

$26/hr – $34/hrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Own the school’s social and digital content engine, turning campus life into engaging, on-brand narratives while aligning with priorities, events, and campaigns across multiple channels.

Content production and calendar management: plan, create, and schedule photo/video content and copy that reflect the school’s identity.
Community engagement and story discovery: monitor channels, respond to inquiries, and surface campus stories through cross-department collaboration.
Analytics and optimization: track social/web metrics and apply insights to improve reach, engagement, and alignment with communications goals.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Create and manage content across social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube)
Maintain and execute a content calendar aligned with school priorities and key moments
Create engaging, on-brand content (photo, video, graphics, captions) that reflects school identity
Capture photo and video coverage of campus life, events, and programs
Monitor engagement, respond to inquiries, and foster a positive online community
Track performance metrics (social media and basic web analytics) to inform strategy and improve engagement
Stay current on digital trends, tools, and best practices to enhance content effectiveness
Collaborate across departments to identify stories and support communications needs
Manage communications projects from concept to completion as assigned, ensuring quality and timeliness
Support development and execution of broader communications strategies and campaigns

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, digital media, journalism, or a related field
Experience in social media, digital communications, marketing, and/or content creation preferred
Strong instincts for storytelling and audience engagement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with major social media platforms and familiarity with scheduling and content management tools
Basic photography and videography skills, including comfort capturing and editing content on a smartphone or camera
Experience with video editing tools such as CapCut, iMovie, Adobe Premiere, or similar platforms
Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools
Ability to interpret analytics and use data to improve digital performance
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Benefits

Santa Catalina School offers competitive insurance and retirement benefits

Santa Catalina School

Set against the scenic backdrop of Monterey, Santa Catalina School is an independent, Catholic, boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12 with a diverse student body and strong local roots. Our boarding and day school is where inspired, powerful, active learning happens—in the classroom, on the field or the stage, and in the dorms. Catalina girls take ownership of their academics—including a marine ecology program that takes advantage of Monterey Bay—and they pursue their passions. True sisterhood creates a community that is fueled by curiosity, kindness, and confidence. Accredited by California Association of Independent Schools and Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Santa Catalina is a member of National Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools, National Catholic Educational Association, National Coalition of Girls' Schools, California Association of Independent Schools, Secondary School Admission Test Board, and Online School for Girls. Quick Facts230 girls (133 boarding, 97 day) Average Class Size — 13Student Teacher Ratio — 7:1 40% of the Upper School student body receives financial assistance.

Founded in 1950

Monterey, California, USA

www.santacatalina.org