Interim Brand & Communications Director

The San Francisco School; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Francisco School is seeking an Interim Director of Marketing and Communications to advance our mission and strategic initiatives in San Francisco. You will tell the school's story, steward its brand, and guide messaging across print, digital, and events to support enrollment and revenue growth.

This role blends high-level strategic leadership with hands-on execution—overseeing website content, editorial calendars, and communications platforms while collaborating with faculty, staff, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Independent school/nonprofit experience preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with school representatives, parents, students, alumni, and donors
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Canva and other design platforms; comfort with databases, social media, and emergent technologies
• Experience with digital photography, graphic design, and video production
• Sound judgment relating to confidential projects, school and student matters
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and manage multiple timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Cooperative team approach and willingness to take on additional responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to Head of School and senior leadership on communications, branding, and reputation management
• Engage with Advancement team and support office work
• Develop, refine, and manage messaging priorities and written content
• Establish annual goals and reporting measures for communications and enrollment impact
• Maintain and implement the school's Style Guide and ensure consistent voice and visual identity across channels
• Lead institutional storytelling that highlights progressive approaches
• Collaborate with administration, faculty, and staff on initiatives and community relations
• Manage the school's website and ParentSquare platform; train staff on platforms
• Liaise with Morweb and Constant Contact vendor partners
• Craft and publish the Tuesday Note Home and coordinate with contributors
• Produce the bi-annual community magazine The Gaven Street Gazette and Annual Report
• Collaborate on Development and Enrollment collateral for consistency
• Document campus activities, archive media, and manage photo/video collections
• Coordinate school photo day (MugsyClicks) and create event signage
• Attend major school events and support logistics
• Design the school's social media strategy and maintain presence on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Oversee SEO, paid advertising, and content marketing for enrollment and visibility
• Serve as primary media contact and build relationships with local and education media
• Develop press materials and manage external messaging
• Manage crisis communications with the Head of School and Board; ensure timely, mission-aligned communications
• Coordinate communications during urgent events

Skills

Strategic communications

Brand stewardship

Digital marketing

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The San Francisco School is seeking an Interim Director of Marketing and Communications to advance our mission and strategic initiatives in San Francisco. You will tell the school's story, steward its brand, and guide messaging across print, digital, and events to support enrollment and revenue growth.

This role blends high-level strategic leadership with hands-on execution—overseeing website content, editorial calendars, and communications platforms while collaborating with faculty, staff, and