Responsibilities

• Lead production of major print and digital publications, including The Dubliner, Report of Giving, The Quad, The Compass, and the Monthly Alumni Newsletter
• Write monthly feature stories aligned with Communications priorities (SEO, prospective families, and institutional storytelling)
• Produce weekly "For the Fridge" content
• Lead writing for Fall and Spring appeals (print and digital)
• Support messaging for Day of Giving, Giving Tuesday, and end-of-year campaigns
• Draft and distribute monthly press releases to regional publications
• Help own and manage the School's social media presence in collaboration with the Communications team
• Help publish content: 3x/week on Instagram and Facebook
• Weekly Stories highlighting campus life and events
• 1x/week on LinkedIn (thought leadership, alumni, and event promotion)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, English, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in writing, communications, marketing, or a related field
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats and audiences
• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts for an organization or brand, including content creation and basic analytics
• Ability to translate institutional priorities into compelling, audience-centered content
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Comfort working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Experience supporting events, including promotion, coordination, and/or on-site execution
• Familiarity with digital tools and platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Blackbaud, basic CMS platforms, email marketing tools)
• Experience with or willingness to learn grant writing and donor-facing communications
• Interest in working with students and supporting student-led initiatives (e.g., yearbook and interns)
• A collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships across departments
• Alignment with the mission of an independent school and an interest in education

Preferred

• Experience in an independent school, nonprofit, or higher education setting
• Basic photography, video, or visual storytelling skills
• Spanish language proficiency