Communications/Marketing Director
$72,000–$85,000 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute an annual marketing plan aligned with the Board's Strategic Plan, managing budgets and metrics to measure progress. Lead the communications calendar, serve as chief editor for key publications like the Annual Report and yearbook, and ensure consistent messaging across eblasts, social media, and the website. Formulate marketing initiatives, oversee digital content, and direct market research efforts to support enrollment and fundraising objectives. Establish media contacts, manage external partnerships, and coordinate with vendors to maintain brand identity. Collaborate with Admissions, Development, and the Head of Schools to communicate institutional priorities while modeling Catholic educational values.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Degree focused on Communications/Marketing or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or advancement
- Experience in an educational or non-profit setting
- Comprehensive understanding of marketing, communications, and branding principles
- Strong grasp of emerging media channels
- Proven project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and meet tight deadlines
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience in graphic design
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
- Strong knowledge of website and application management
- Experience with Finalsite
- Experience with digital photography
- Experience with video editing tools such as iMovie and/or Adobe Premiere Pro
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work remotely from home, when necessary
- Occasional evening and weekend availability
- Commitment to Catholic education
- Comfortability in expressing Catholic values
- Strong work ethic
- Highly motivated and self-directed
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in independent or Catholic education
- Familiarity with content management systems and HTML
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