About Episcopal Divinity School:
Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) is dedicated to nurturing moral leadership through theological education, spiritual formation, and community transformation. EDS is located on the campus of St. John the Divine Cathedral at 1047 Amsterdam Ave., NY, NY 10025. More information https://www.eds.edu/.
Job Description: Communications Manager
Position: Communications Manager
Salary: $80,000 to $100,000
Reports to: President
Location: Remote (Anywhere)
Travel: Up to 10% domestic travel (4-5 trips to NYC per year)
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field is often required. Common fields of study include communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or business administration. - Master’s Degree (Optional):
Master's degree in communications, public relations, business administration, or a related field. - Professional Certifications (Optional):
Relevant certifications in communications or related fields.
Experience Requirements:
- Relevant Experience:
At least five years of experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or a related field is often required.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Self-starter with strategic thinking abilities
- Crisis management capabilities
- Media relations expertise
- Proficiency in digital communications and social media
- Graphic design skills
Summary of Role:
The Communications Manager will support the President and staff team in developing the overall communications strategy and leading bi-weekly communications meetings with the team. Key responsibilities include:
- Content Creation and Management:
- Drafting, designing, and sending a monthly e-newsletter.
- Drafting and releasing monthly press releases.
- Drafting, designing, and sending tri-annual print newsletters.
- Writing, designing, editing, and scheduling social media content (including video editing for Instagram reels and YouTube).
- Running paid advertising campaigns.
- Drafting, designing, and sending program/promotional emails.
- Editing and maintaining the website.
- Creating graphic designs for programs, news, etc.
- Coordination and Collaboration:
- Coordinating with the team and contractors on miscellaneous communications items (e.g., print materials, podcast recordings, photography).
- Miscellaneous copywriting (e.g., podcast descriptions/show notes, website content, emails, registration pages).
- Analytics and Reporting:
- Sharing monthly analytic reports from the website, email, and social media stats.
Episcopal Divinity School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, gender (expression or identity), marital status, military or veteran status, parental status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work to Miguel Escobar at mescobar@eds.edu. Please include "Communications Manager Application" in the subject line.