Communications Associate

Job Description

Marin Catholic is taking resumes for a Communications Associate to start in April-May 2026.

Join Us In Telling Our Story
We are seeking a Communications Associate who will partner with our Communications Director and help amplify the stories of our students, faculty, and programs through social media, graphic design, and thoughtful website management. In today's evolving digital landscape, this role also invites creativity in leveraging emerging tools, including AI, to expand our reach and strengthen our message. If you're someone who collaborates openly, embraces feedback, and is energized by mission-driven storytelling, we would love to meet you.

This role will focus on content creation, brand consistency, and audience engagement across various channels, including social media, the school website, print materials, photography, and videography. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in website maintenance, graphic design, social media management, writing and editing. Experience in photography and videography is preferred, as these skills greatly enhance the role.

This role involves producing high-quality content for the school's magazine (published every other year) and annual report, as well as helping develop new media projects such as video histories, and digital storytelling initiatives that highlight student life, faith formation, and the arts. As technology and media evolve-especially in the age of artificial intelligence-this position calls for someone eager to grow with these changes and use them wisely.

Key Responsibilities
-Graphic Design & Visual Content
- Social Media Management
- Website Management
- Content Creation & Editing
- Project Coordination

Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
-Practicing Catholic in good standing, preferred.
-Demonstrated experience (1-2 years preferred) in communications, marketing, or related roles.
-Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills with a positive, engaging demeanor.
- Outgoing and confident communicator who thrives in collaborative environments.
-Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Canva for graphic design.
-Experience with Blackbaud K-12 (or similar CMS) for website management.
-Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with attention to detail.
-Familiarity with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) for collaboration.
-Knowledge of social media platforms and best practices for engagement.
- Basic photography and videography skills, including the ability to capture and edit images and footage using mobile devices and simple editing software (iMovie or comparable).
-Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
-Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for education and a desire to uphold the mission and values of Marin Catholic.

Work Schedule & Compensation
-Full time/week position; specific schedule to be determined in coordination with the Director of Communications.
-The Communications Associate role will be based on-site and will need to work in various campus locations.
-The annualized salary for this position is $74K-$84K commensurate with experience.
- Full-time employees at Marin Catholic are eligible for benefits including, health and dental insurance, health and dependent care flex plan, Archdiocesan pension and 403b.

Application Process
Please see detailed posting at
https://marincatholic.org/about/employment. Interested applicants should send a cover letter & resume.

About the Employer

Marin Catholic is a Roman Catholic college preparatory school serving young men and women. The mission of Marin Catholic is to "Lead Students to Jesus Christ." At the core of our practice is the student-teacher relationship where our educators model Christian virtue and witness to the Roman Catholic faith. In partnership with parents, we form flourishing men and women of virtue through an excellent academic, artistic, athletic, and spiritual education. Inspired by our school's motto, "Duc In Altum," we encourage our students to "put out into the deep," embracing challenges as pathways to growth.