Marketing and Communications Coordinator - Chicago, United States - DePaul College Prep

DePaul College Prep

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Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

DePaul College Prep

Title of Position:
Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Job Type:
Full Time

Starting Date:
Immediate

DePaul College Prep seeks a collaborative and strategic professional for the position of Marketing and Communications Coordinator.

The individual will report to the Director of Strategy and Communications and work closely with colleagues in the Office of the President, Principal, Advancement, Admissions, Student Life & Activities, Mission & Ministry and Athletics to drive communication and marketing efforts.

Primary Role & Responsibilities

In relationship with the Director of Strategy and Communications, the coordinator will develop and maintain the marketing communications structure, across multiple platforms, to ensure progress of the school's strategic vision, especially within school enrollment and fundraising objectives
Maintain and ensure fidelity to the school's branding and graphic identity standards
Primary publisher, editor and content creator for school website (Finalsite), including online forms for donations, tickets and guest registration, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of information and dates
Design marketing pieces for external and internal audience, including the annual report, materials for admissions and recruitment, fundraising and special events, capital campaign, summer camps and parent programs
Create content and presence for DePaul Prep social media platforms and engage followers (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube); coordinate and collaborate with school departments and their corresponding social media handles
Promote special events for the Institutional Advancement Office and other departments in the school
Coordinate with the President and the Director of Strategy and Communications on the writing and distribution of press releases and coordination of local media representatives
Assist the Admissions Department in the creation of print materials, including the admissions viewbook, posters, brochures and postcards
Help in planning and attending specific special events in the Advancement and Admissions area, which include occasional evenings and weekends
Spirit Wear design and branding

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree
Experience in marketing, public relations, communications or related field
Experience in website editing
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Digital photography capability
Strong proficiency in writing content that is clear, engaging, timely and represents DePaul Prep's mission, vision and core values
Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines and work collaboratively
Proven track record in relationship building with both external and internal audiences
Commitment to DePaul College Prep's mission, vision and core values

Position reports to:
Director of Strategy and Communications

Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation and holiday policy

403B Plan

Transit Benefit

ABOUT DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP
DePaul College Prep is a co-ed Vincentian Catholic college prep high school with an enrollment of 1,240 students.

Located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood of Chicago, and operating in academic partnership with DePaul University, DePaul College Prep is grounded in its mission, vision and core values of Faith, Respect, Excellence, Service and Health.

MISSION STATEMENT DePaul College Prep, in partnership with DePaul University, is a Vincentian, Catholic community that provides a rigorous college prep education. Guided by our core values of Faith, Respect, Excellence, Service and Health, we educate young adults of Chicago to think independently, pursue intellectual excellence, practice compassion, and value all individuals as children of God.

VISION STATEMENT We strive to create an educated, compassionate, and just world, one student at a time.