Communications Associate

Allen Chase Foundation; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

The Allen Chase Foundation, located in Deerfield, Massachusetts, is seeking a Communications Associate for a full-time position. This role involves writing engaging content for the school's website, social media, and print materials while keeping parents informed about events through e-newsletters.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field, with strong writing, social media, and design skills. The position requires a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to cover school events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft engaging content.
• Experience with social media content creation and management.
• Comfort with capturing and editing photos and videos.

Responsibilities

• Write content for news stories, social media, and print materials.
• Maintain and update the school website.
• Cover school events and create content from them.
• Proofread communications for accuracy and brand representation.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Detail-oriented

Basic Graphic Design skills

Social media content creation

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, design, or journalism

Tools

Adobe Suite

Canva

Job description

ABOUT EAGLEBROOK SCHOOL

Eaglebrook is a junior boarding and day school for boys in grades six through nine, located in Deerfield, Massachusetts. Founded in 1922, Eaglebrook’s vision is to help each student develop his unique gifts during the important middle school years, and our mission is to meet boys where they are in their development and encourage them to build self-confidence through success. Eaglebrook offers a rich and diverse curriculum geared toward the learning styles of middle school boys.

Position Title: Communications Associate

Position Type: 12-month, full-time, Monday–Friday (8-hour shift, with occasional to frequent overtime on evenings and weekends)

Work Location: In person at 271 Pine Nook Road, Deerfield, MA

Salary Range: $25 - 32/hour

Position Summary

Eaglebrook School is seeking a Communications Associate to join our team. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated communicator who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. The Communications Associate writes accurate and engaging content for our school website, social media, and print materials; keeps parents informed of schedules for weekend activities and upcoming events through regular e-newsletters; and maintains information on the website needed for internal and external use. This role is also responsible for capturing and editing photos and video recordings of school events, and it requires immersion in the ebb and flow of the Eaglebrook School academic year. The Communications Associate reports directly to the Director of Advancement and Communications.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Write accurate and engaging content for news stories, social media, print materials, and other publications; gather and format information from departments to inform parents about schedules, deadlines, and special events through e-newsletters and web pages.
• Follow and update the annual Communications content calendar to ensure timely, strategic content delivery.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Advancement, and other departments to create audience-focused content.
• Maintain and update the school website, ensuring content is current and aligned with the school’s mission and marketing goals.
• Cover school events (photos, video, interviews) and translate them into valuable content for internal and external audiences.
• Select images and videos to complement the copy and reflect the school’s mission.
• Edit videos and photographs for various platforms and communications.
• Organize photos and videos for easy access in communications materials.
• Assist in creating marketing collateral (digital and print) consistent with the school’s brand.
• Contribute creatively to marketing campaigns that promote the school’s mission and engage students, families, alumni, and other stakeholders.
• Incorporate feedback from Communications team members and other stakeholders.
• Proofread communications, website, and social media drafts for accuracy, consistency, flow, and brand representation.
• Develop and update shot list for staff photographers and manage implementation.
• Provide administrative support and back‑up support to the Associate Director of Communications.
• Be prepared to work unconventional hours to capture school events and activities during weekdays, evenings, and weekends through the school year.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications design, journalism, or a related field.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft clear, engaging content for a variety of audiences and platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.
• Willingness to receive and incorporate feedback.
• Experience with social media content creation and management.
• Basic Graphic Design skills (experience with Adobe Suite, Canva, or similar tools is a plus).
• Comfort with capturing and editing photos and videos.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative and positive attitude with a passion for working with students.
• Experience in the education sector is a plus, but not required.
• Driver’s license.