Description

Walnut Hill School for the Arts seeks an innovative and collaborative Director of Strategic Marketing & Communications to develop and implement a best-practice communications and content marketing program for this global leader in arts education, one of only three independent arts high schools in the U.S. As a key member of the Head of School’s cabinet, the Director serves as an influential strategist and tactician in helping to advance the school’s mission, brand and institutional priorities.

This is an exciting career opportunity for a savvy marketing professional skilled in multi-channel communications and storytelling, with a passion for creating compelling, inspiring content that showcases Walnut Hill’s talented young artists, faculty and programs. The Director will join this 130-year-old boarding and day school at a pivotal time in its history as it launches an ambitious strategic plan, embarks on new global initiatives, celebrates 50 years as an arts school, and energizes and expands its base of support.

As a brand champion, the Director works closely with colleagues in enrollment, philanthropy, and human resources to attract and engage current and prospective families, donors, and employees, collaborating with other areas of the school including arts and academic departments, administrators and faculty, parents/guardians, students, and alums. Part of a three-person team, the Director embraces a work environment that fosters a spirit of inclusivity, multiculturalism, and a sense of worth and belonging amongst the team and across the School community.

Requirements

Qualifications: BA/BS and advanced degree preferred; 5+ years’ progressive experience in marketing and communications (mar-comm), including planning, project management, and supervision of staff and resources; broad knowledge of the disciplines of mar-comm, including traditional and new media, public relations, content development and management, digital marketing and design services; superior editorial/writing skills; ability to operate as an effective tactical resource as well as a strategic thinker; goal oriented, motivated, highly organized and detailed oriented; ability to be a front-facing ambassador; excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills and demonstrated success interacting with a wide variety of constituencies; ability to set priorities and oversee multiple projects simultaneously; flexible, nimble and responsive to change and midcourse correction.

To Apply:

Submit resume, cover letter, and a list of 5 references including current supervisor, along with a writing sample through the Walnut Hill School for the Arts online Career Center. Semifinalists will be asked to submit a brief portfolio of their work (video, print materials, etc.) that demonstrates strong marketing acumen.