Communications Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION.

Second Baptist School seeks a full-time COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST for the 2025-2026 school year.

• Position Title: Communications Specialist
• Reports To: Director of Communications
• Work Calendar: Eleven Month 

JOB SUMMARY. 

The communications specialist works with the director of communications and the communications team to play a key role in Second Baptist School’s communications, marketing and publications efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with all school departments to develop and support communication and publication needs.
• Identify, develop and write compelling stories for the SBS community, including website content, school news, on-campus events, content marketing pieces and human interest articles that highlight the school's mission, values and student achievements.
• Work closely with the communications team to create and convey authentic messaging about SBS.
• Contribute to the school’s social media platforms, including Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, in collaboration with the visual communications specialist as needed.
• Collaborate with school departments to assess communication needs, determine the most effective media, and develop cost-efficient solutions to amplify the school's message.
• Develop strategic communication materials that align with the school’s mission and values.
• Manage multiple projects effectively, meeting deadlines and budget constraints using project management tools (Trello, ClickUp and CoSchedule).
• Serve as a regular writer and editor for Eagle magazine.
• Assist in coordinating the school’s individual picture process.
• Review and refine written materials to maintain clarity, consistency and professionalism.
• Uphold the school's brand identity by maintaining consistency in logos, typography and colors across all materials.
• Ensure all communications strengthen and uphold the school’s brand.
• Capture and curate photography for school events as needed.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED.

To perform this job successfully, candidates must:

• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills to effectively collaborate with assigned departments, offering guidance and consultation on communication strategies and design.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, with a foundational understanding of design principles.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking and analytical skills, proactively identifying and solving communication challenges.
• Effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring consistency with the school's branded style guide. Exceptional grammar and editing skills are a plus.
• Uphold confidentiality with a clear understanding of its importance and responsibility.
• Fully embrace and actively support Second Baptist School’s mission, policies, procedures and philosophy. 

CANDIDATE SUMMARY.

We seek the following in qualified candidates:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, public relations, journalism, photography, media, film or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a writer with advanced editing skills.
• A strong Christian testimony and a calling to serve as a positive Christian role model to students.
• A commitment to providing exceptional customer service to all members of the community.
• A desire to lead and support all school-wide initiatives.
• A responsible steward of the school’s resources and a personal commitment to supporting the school’s fundraising efforts.

Candidates with independent school marketing/communications experience and prior knowledge of Second Baptist Church and School are considered a plus.