Digital Communications Manager & Storyteller

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School seeks a Communications Manager to lead its digital presence, institutional publications, and internal communications initiatives. You will work closely with the Director of Marketing & Communications to ensure accuracy, consistency, and impact across school communications.

The role focuses on maintaining the website, producing compelling content, coordinating major publications, and developing systems that promote continuity, efficiency, and collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, or a related field.
• Three to five years of professional experience in communications, editorial management, digital content, or a related discipline.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling abilities.
• Experience managing website content and content management systems.
• Knowledge of website optimization, SEO principles, and digital best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage Heathwood Hall's website content, organization, accuracy, and ongoing maintenance.
• Coordinate planning, development, writing, editing, and production of the Highlander Magazine.
• Write, edit, and coordinate schoolwide communications, press releases, and institutional messaging.
• Develop crisis communications protocols and support emergency preparedness efforts.
• Lead internal communications efforts, including a new faculty/staff newsletter and editorial calendars.
• Oversee professional storytelling highlighting institutional achievements and community partnerships.

Skills

Writing & editing

Content management

SEO knowledge

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

WordPress

CMS

Email platforms

Job description

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School seeks a Communications Manager to lead its digital presence, institutional publications, and internal communications initiatives. You will work closely with the Director of Marketing & Communications to ensure accuracy, consistency, and impact across school communications.

The role focuses on maintaining the website, producing compelling content, coordinating major publications, and developing systems that promote continuity, efficiency, and collaboration across