Communications Manager

Seeking an excellent writer and content creator to join our friendly and hardworking Communications Office. The communications manager at Crossroads School reports to the director of communications & community relations within the School’s Advancement Office. Works closely with the assistant director of digital services; colleagues in Advancement and the Office of Admission and Affordability; and faculty/staff throughout the School on various communications and marketing projects. Must be an excellent writer and outstanding proofreader. The ideal candidate is creative and personable, adept at working both independently and collaboratively. Equally comfortable interviewing the School’s board chair and a gaggle of kindergartners. Responsible for sharing the story of our unique, joyful, progressive K-12 school with constituents including current parents, prospective families and donors through a variety of print and digital communications.

Essential Job Functions

● Serve as a co-editor and write for Cross Sections magazine, published annually.

● Serve as point-person for three weekly parent newsletters, soliciting, organizing and editing content. Occasionally update newsletters in Blackbaud via simple coding. (We’ll teach you.)

● In collaboration with Development staff, create content for Annual Giving and capital campaign fundraising programs, including e-blasts, appeal letters, brochures and acknowledgement letters.

● Create and edit content for the Office of Admission and Affordability, including videos (mostly outsourced), e-blasts and postcards.

● Edit and proofread collateral and other materials from K-12 colleagues.

● Oversee the online school store, working with the vendor/designer to offer new spirit wear several times a year and occasionally troubleshooting issues that may arise.

● Establish an editorial calendar for website news stories and social media posts and serve as the main content creator for both.

● Edit/create content for the School website as needed.

● Take photos and simple videos for the website/social media.

● Very occasionally attend events beyond work hours.

Required Experience, Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

● Exceptionally strong writing and proofreading skills are an absolute must.

● Knowledge of Associated Press style.

● Experience with CMS systems, Google Workspace, AI tools and social media platforms.

● Ability to shape and articulate a compelling case for financial support.

● Ability to generate imaginative, error-free and persuasive copy.

● Ability to manage multiple projects.

● Engagement with faculty, staff and students to find interesting stories to tell.

● Friendliness and a positive, can-do attitude.

● Special skills in photography, video filming/editing, and graphic design a plus.

● Bachelor’s degree.

Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences is a progressive, independent K-12 school in Santa Monica, California. For 50 years, Crossroads School has strived to prepare students to think critically, express themselves openly and commit themselves to lives that value community, justice and activism. At Crossroads, you’ll find strong bonds between students and teachers; a welcoming, inclusive environment; and a joyful and diverse student body that approaches education with curiosity, creativity and courage.