Xavier College Preparatory · 23 hours ago
Director of Strategic Communications
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expXavier College Preparatory is dedicated to supporting its mission through effective communication. The Director of Strategic Communications is responsible for leading all aspects of communications, public relations, and publications to enhance the school's image and support its advancement goals.
EducationHigher EducationSTEM Education
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the Leadership Team members, sets broad organizational goals and objectives in keeping with the Mission and values of Notre Dame Preparatory High School
Works with NDP community on creation of articles, provide content, graphic support, and editorial review
Collaborates with all members of the Advancement team on all Advancement communications, including annual fund appeals, alumnae communications, fundraising events, and follow-up letters
Prepares other solicitation, publications, and marketing materials as needed
Oversight of school-wide marketing and PR plan, focusing on revenue-generating areas, such as Admissions, Advancement, and Summer School
Responsible for marketing budget
Provides support to events such as Athletics and the Arts
Leader of the Marketing Committee with key internal stakeholders to generate input on the marketing plan and identify new opportunities to pursue or leverage
Lead on advertising for key events such as Open House, HSPT, job openings, and general promotion of the school
Assists the Admissions team in the development of recruitment materials
Works with Website/Social Media Associate to ensure accuracy of the school’s website and ensure content enhances school’s image and advancement goals
Assists with drafting of media releases, articles for external magazines and newsletters, and promotion of fundraising events
Maintains relationships with media contacts. Identifies opportunities to increase public awareness of the school
Responsible for the maintenance of a comprehensive brand book that includes brand standards, logo usage, color palettes, and signage. Provides oversight and training of all staff on brand integrity. Implements a consistent look for publications and materials school-wide
Assists school departments, student groups, and parent organizations in assuring consistency in the presentation of the St. Francis image in the community
Maintains a catalogue of all school photos and videos for use in marketing initiatives, as well as for archival purposes
Qualification
Required
Active, practicing Catholic, faithful to the Church's magisterium
Strong belief in, and respect for, the Mission of Notre Dame Preparatory High School
Practices Notre Dame Prep's core Values: Reverence, Respect and Responsibility
Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, or related field
Three to five years of professional experience in marketing or communications, or as a writer/editor
Excellent writing and communication skills required
Excellent design skills and knowledgeable in preparing files for an outside printer or design firm
Knowledgeable in computer applications related to the duties of the job
Must have knowledge of the marketing function and the inner workings of marketing channels
Patience; Flexibility; Accuracy
Professionalism
Sense of service and leadership dimensions of role
Collaborative approach to problem-solving
Openness to exchange of ideas and suggestions for improvement of services
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Development and fundraising experience is highly desirable
Experience in a school environment preferred
Company
Xavier College Preparatory
Xavier College Preparatory is a catholic community that strives to prepare young women of faith with the knowledge.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase