Communications and Marketing Manager

Location

Greenwich, CT | United States

Job description

Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education. This mission provides opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Sacred Heart Greenwich integrates technology into the learning process through enhanced collaboration, exploration, discovery, and creativity.

We aim to form students of faith, intellect, and awareness, who will use their gifts in service to others. Relationships and mentoring are at the heart of the student experience, which is grounded in student-centered learning, inquiry, problem-solving, interdisciplinary connection, collaboration, and an understanding of social justice. Student leadership and well-being are connected to every academic discipline, as all full-time teachers are also grade-level advisors.

The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education and then an all-girls experience from K-12 on our 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. We are proudly part of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

Position: Communications and Marketing Manager
Reports to: Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications
FLSA Status: Exempt

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Communications and Marketing Manager. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications, this position plays a crucial role in promoting and sharing news about Sacred Heart Greenwich. The Manager will interact daily with the wider Sacred Heart Greenwich community—from students and teachers to alumnae and parents. The ideal candidate has a desire to learn more about digital marketing, public relations, and marketing and is a creative thinker looking to find inventive ways to connect with our community. The Manager will be responsible for:

Responsibilities:

Content Management: Responsible for creating and executing a variety of digital and printed communications, ensuring accuracy and relevance. This includes managing and drafting website content, creating engaging visuals, and optimizing the user experience for visitors.

Website Management: Oversees the school's website, including drafting and editing content, creating engaging visuals, and optimizing the user experience for visitors.

Social Media Strategy: Implements a social media strategy, utilizing photos and videos to connect with the community and accurately tell the Sacred Heart Greenwich story.

Event Coverage: Attends campus events to capture photos and videos for use across school platforms (social media, website, advertising, etc.).

Storytelling: Identifies, drafts, and produces stories that showcase events and community members.

Advertising: Manages and executes advertising campaigns to promote Sacred Heart Greenwich events and initiatives.

Professional Development: Participates in regular professional development to stay updated on new trends, including digital strategies, and learn new skills relevant to communications and marketing.

Qualifications:

• 3-7 years of related communications, writing, or social media experience (internships and coursework can count toward experience years).
• Proficient in Premiere Pro/Final Cut Pro as well as other editing apps used for social media a plus.
• Strong writing and communication skills; a creative storyteller (samples required).
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• A team player who can also work independently.
• Experienced with the changing media landscape and emerging new media channels.
• Proficient in design software (Canva) and web editing software (Finalsite) a plus.
• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend events. This is a 12-month position.

As members of the international network of Sacred Heart schools, we are committed to attracting and retaining staff who demonstrate an active faith, practice a deep respect for intellectual values, promote social awareness, build community, and value personal growth and responsibility. Sacred Heart Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will enhance the diversity of our community. 

Application Procedure  

Interested candidates must complete the online application and upload both a resume and cover letter stating their reason for interest in the position on our website: 

Review of applicants will begin immediately. Only complete applications will be considered. 

Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education. This mission provides opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Sacred Heart Greenwich integrates technology into the learning process through enhanced collaboration, exploration, discovery, and creativity. We aim to form students of faith, intellect, and awareness, who will use their gifts in service to others. Relationships and mentoring are at the heart of the student experience, which is grounded in student-centered learning, inquiry, problem solving, interdisciplinary connection, collaboration, and an understanding of social justice. Student leadership and well-being are connected to every academic discipline, as all full-time teachers are also grade-level advisors. The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education and then an all-girls experience from K-12 on our 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. We are proudly part of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

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