McNicholas High School – 6536 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45230
Posted: May 20, 2024
Communications Manager/Full-Time:  As Communications Manager, you will be part of team responsible for executing the school’s marketing and communication strategies and practices, with the objective of enhancing the awareness and stature of McNicholas High School among its many audiences, including current and prospective students, alumni, donors, and current parents.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner effectively with Communications Team to execute strategic communication plans that align with the mission and objectives of McNicholas High School.
• Develop institutional messaging and ensure clarity for internal and external marketing and communication.
• Create and send communication to parents through weekly newsletter and at the request of administration.
• Write, create, and manage news stories and content for school communication, social media, digital media, website, and publicity.
• Serve as webmaster for the McNicholas website; edit website; monitor content for updating.
• Participate in shooting, editing, and archiving the photographic assets for McNicholas High School.
• Collaborate with Admissions and Development teams to create print, electronic messaging, and marketing collateral.
• Assist in purchasing and coordinating print advertising, outdoor advertising, electronic media advertising, and digital advertising.
• Ensure brand, logo, and graphic standards consistency and adherence on sportswear, promotional items, print and electronic materials.
• Contribute to the production of the annual report including writing, editing, photography, design, and printing.

SKILLS:

• Excellent written communications skills; ability to present written communication in an accurate, clear, succinct, and understandable manner using correct grammar and logical flow of ideas; adapt style and tone to fit the situation and engage the audience.
• Strong understanding of design principles to achieve visual consistency. Experience designing print, collateral, and marketing materials.
• Ability to recognize and assess situations and events with news value/communication needs and propose and implement the best strategies for usage.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and how to deliver and optimize content across various models.
• Experience with content management systems and website design.
• Proficiency in the use of software technology, including Adobe Suite, Microsoft software, and/or other programs to enhance design/photography in marketing materials and on the website.
• Understanding of design, printing, and mailing practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with proven ability to prioritize, multi-task, and adhere to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player willing to collaborate on new ideas and communication projects to optimize results for the organization. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, marketing, advertising, graphic design, public relations, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a communications, marketing, and/or public relations role. Experience in written communication, design, social and digital media, content management systems, and photography preferred.
• A portfolio of previous design work that showcases experience and creative expression.
• Writing samples from previous communications projects.

Contact: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Laurie Carigan at [email protected].