Communications Manager

SAR Academy & SAR High School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SAR Academy & High School in Riverdale, NY is seeking a talented Communications Manager to advance the school's communications strategy, tell our community story, and manage multiple projects with detail and creativity.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer who can develop content for traditional and digital media, manage social channels, and support events and recruitment communications. Salary ranges reflect experience and market norms.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling with attention to detail.
• Experience developing written content for traditional and digital media.
• Comfort with creating content for social platforms and newsletters.

Responsibilities

• Execute SAR's communications and marketing strategy for internal and external audiences.
• Develop engaging written content: newsletters, website updates, announcements, and marketing materials.
• Create content for digital platforms: social media, emails, and other online resources.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Storytelling

Content development

Social media

Project management

Photography/multimedia

Tools

CMS (Content Management System)

Job description

SAR Academy & High School, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is seeking a talented, creative and highly organized Communications Manager to join the institution's communications team. The Communications Manager will play a key role in advancing the communications strategy and telling the story of our school community through compelling content, digital engagement, and strategic communications.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative storyteller, and collaborative team player who can manage multiple projects with great attention to detail while bringing fresh ideas and a thoughtful approach to every communication.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Execute SAR's comprehensive communications and marketing strategy across internal and external audiences.
• Develop and produce engaging written content, including school communications, newsletters, website updates, announcements, and marketing materials.
• Create and curate content for digital platforms, including social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), email communications, and other online resources.

• Capture and coordinate photo and multimedia content that highlights student learning, school programs, and community life.

• Support the development and implementation of communications plans for major school events, initiatives, and special projects.

• Assist with event communications and logistics, including advertisements and application processes.
• Manage job postings and recruitment communications, including advertisements and application processes.

• Assist with administrative duties including expense reports, order forms, to support communications projects.

• Contribute ideas and support new creative initiatives that strengthen the institution.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience developing content for traditional and digital media, including social media.

• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas and translate them into effective communications.

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Comfort and fluency with technology, digital tools, and content management platforms.

• Experience with photography, social media content creation, or multimedia production preferred.

• Experience working in a nonprofit organization, educational institution, or mission-driven environment preferred.

• Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach with the ability to work independently.

• Positive, energetic team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

$70,000 - $90,000 a year

Salary commensurate with experience.

About SAR:

SAR Academy & High School is a Modern Orthodox co-educational nursery through grade 12 day school located in Riverdale, NY. We are dedicated to the belief that every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth as an individual and should be encouraged to achieve according to his or her ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for learning. In our approach to academics, we nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of both Torah and Secular studies.