Associate Director of Communications for Publications

The Hun School seeks an associate director of communications to support the overall needs and objectives of the School's Marketing and Communications team. The associate's skill set shall include strong writing (editorial and marketing) and editing skills, messaging, and positioning. The associate will work collaboratively with members of the Marketing and Communications Office, Advancement Office, and report to the chief marketing officer. This is a full-time, twelve month position.

Support the overall objectives of the Marketing and Communication Office:

• Research and write for Hun's website, social media channels, and School magazine Hun Today;
• Write, edit, and coordinate the production of various marketing materials to support student recruitment, communication needs for current students and families, and fundraising initiatives;
• Serve as project manager and coordinator for School's premier print and digital pieces: Program of Studies, Commencement Programs, NextTerm Course Catalog, etc;
• Serve as communications liaison for the Advancement team;
• Coordinate and produce print and digital communications for select Advancement programs and initiatives, such as the annual report, Raider Giving Day, Parents' Weekend, Alumni Weekend, event invitations, promotion, etc.;
• Coordinate and produce special alumni features and news series;
• Assist CMO with all-School communications calendar; proofread and edit School communications;
• Research and work collaboratively to develop a marketing strategy for the School's portfolio of Summer Programs and Camps;
• Develop and execute communication strategy to Support Summer Program enrollment and student arrival;
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by the CMO.

The Associate's requirements are:

• Experience in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Knowledge of digital marketing strategies and relevant techniques.
• The ability to work collaboratively with others to meet common objectives.
• Experience or knowledge of digital communication platforms is a plus.
• Familiarity with independent schools or higher education is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field of study.

ABOUT THE HUN SCHOOL

The Hun School of Princeton is a co-educational, private day and boarding school in Princeton, New Jersey. Individual attention and strong student-faculty relationships are the hallmarks of the School. On the 50-acre campus between Philadelphia and New York City, student-centered, hands-on learning prepares students for the global community in which they will live and work.

The Hun School is comprised of 645 students in its Middle School, Upper School, and Postgraduate Program. Our campus is home to students from twenty-two countries and fifteen states.

Our campus is located in historic Princeton, New Jersey, a short train ride away from both New York City (50 miles) and Philadelphia (45 miles). Home to Princeton University, The Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton Theological Seminary, and an array of cultural centers and organizations, Princeton is regarded as one of the most academically-minded communities in the world. Often named one of the country's best places to live, Princeton is a friendly, multicultural community surrounded by mountains, parks, and lakes. There are award-winning museums and theatres, celebrated public and private schools, destination restaurants and hotels, and a robust calendar of community events to enjoy.

Our mission:

The Hun School of Princeton empowers each student to thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world, by nurturing resilient character, providing individual mentorship, and inspiring vigorous and joyful learning.

Our community:

In our mission of educating global citizens with resilient character, we actively seek candidates who can bring a diversity of experiences and perspectives to our community. The Hun School of Princeton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics or activity protected by law.

Our environment:

The working environment is an office and school environment on a hilly 50-acre campus in Princeton, New Jersey. The abilities to occasionally lift files and storage boxes, walk up and downstairs, attend meetings in varying locations throughout campus, and continually use computers and related office equipment are required. Not all buildings on campus have elevators.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and creative examples to: Hun School Employment Application