The communications assistant (a 12-month, full-time position) works closely with the director of strategic communications and marketing to implement a schoolwide strategy for promoting the Country Day brand and sharing the school’s story with internal and external audiences. Above all else, this person must be a thorough, quick, and thoughtful writer.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of print, web, and digital marketing and communications strategies that advance the school’s story and drive engagement with prospective students, current families, and alumni.
- Help develop print materials and digital content as well as support major all-school events.
- Acclimate to Cincinnati Country Day School; thoroughly know the history, culture, traditions and constituencies of the school; understand the school’s educational philosophy and articulate it.
Qualifications
Although a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to communications, public relations, or marketing with at least one (1) year of experience is preferred, candidates without a bachelor’s degree with at least five (5) years of dedicated and directly applicable experience are also welcomed to apply.
- Strong writing skills, with a thorough understanding of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
- Experience with videography and photography production and post-production.
- Fluency in the strategic use of social media platforms.
- Familiarity with website content management and e-newsletter management.
Personal Characteristics
The successful candidate will be:
- A team player who will work effectively, independently, and as part of a team with minimum supervision.
- An experienced writer who can translate the school’s mission and distinctive qualities across all communication mediums.
- A creative and flexible individual with the ability to contribute to departmental and institutional goals.
- A skilled multi-tasker who can work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to deadlines while demonstrating attention to detail.
- A hard worker with a positive outlook and high energy who can collaborate and achieve.
- A person with a genuine interest in children and excitement about their education.
Please note, this position will be in person on the Country Day campus. Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and two samples to commshire@countryday.net by Friday, August 13, 2021. The salary range for this position is $40,000-$50,000, depending on experience. CCDS also provides an excellent benefits package.
To learn more about Country Day, visit https://www.countryday.net/. Cincinnati Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks employees who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to academic excellence and to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive community.
Cincinnati Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, or military service/veteran’s status in the administration of its educational programs and policies, admission decisions, tuition aid programs, employment practices and benefits, athletic, or other school-administered programs.
