Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive, annual marketing and communications strategy aligned with the Newman Center’s mission, leadership priorities, and long-term vision
• Serve as the primary steward of the Newman Center’s brand, voice, and narrative across all platforms
• Translate leadership goals into clear communication priorities, campaigns, and timelines
• Evaluate and adapt strategy based on engagement metrics, participation trends, and institutional needs
• Oversee and curate content across all major platforms (website, email, social media, video, print, digital signage, etc.) to ensure clarity, consistency, and excellence
• Ensure communication platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, website, social media) work together as a cohesive ecosystem, not isolated tools
• Maintain and continuously improve the Newman Center’s website as a primary point of evangelization, information, and donor engagement
• Strategically communicate opportunities for students to encounter Christ, build community, and grow in discipleship
• Collaborate with campus ministry staff to ensure programs are clearly explained, compellingly presented, and appropriately targeted
• Capture and communicate real stories of transformation through photography, videography, and written testimony

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 8 years in marketing, communications, media, or related field
• Strong understanding of and commitment to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
• Ability to articulate the faith clearly, pastorally, and winsomely to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, plan long-term, and execute with excellence
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and mentor student leaders
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Strong intercultural competence and pastoral sensitivity
• Physical requirements consistent with an office and event-based environment (occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.)

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit, campus ministry, parish, or mission-driven organizations
• Proficiency with tools such as WordPress, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and social media platforms
• Experience with photography, videography, and digital storytelling

Benefits

• The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs.