Director of Communications & Marketing

Director of Communications & Marketing

King David High School is a leading Jewish independent school committed to academic excellence Jewish values and community engagement. We are seeking a creative strategic and highly organized Director of Communications and Marketing to lead and elevate the schools communications branding and digital presence. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on social media strategy digital marketing and storytelling working closely with the Head of School and senior leadership team.

80% Position - 4 days a week

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Brand Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy aligned with King Davids mission values and strategic priorities
• Ensure consistent compelling and professional messaging across all platforms
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on communications reputation management and brand positioning
• Collaborate with internal stakeholdersfaculty staff and board membersand external stakeholdersparents alumni donors and community partnersto ensure alignment and consistency of messaging.

Social Media & Digital Marketing

• Lead strategy content creation and execution for all social media platforms (e.g. Instagram Facebook LinkedIn and emerging channels)
• Create compelling digital content including posts reels stories videos and campaigns that highlight student life academics Jewish life and community
• Monitor analytics engagement and performance adjusting strategies to maximize reach and impact
• Oversee digital advertising campaigns including admissions-focused marketing fundraising initiatives and community outreach
• Stay current on digital trends tools and best practices to keep King Davids online presence fresh and effective

Website & Digital Platforms

• Manage the school website ensuring content accuracy usability and alignment with admissions community and development objectives.
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal stakeholders on website initiatives email campaigns and digital integrations.
• Ensure all digital platforms maintain a professional and user-friendly experience.

Content Creation & Media Relations

• Oversee creation of newsletters emails publications and promotional materials as well as internal publications such as policy manuals and handbooks
• Manage media relations including press releases and external communications
• Ensure thoughtful timely communication during sensitive or high-profile situations
• Produce graphics photo and video content

Admissions Development & Community Engagement

• Partner closely with Admissions and Development teams to support enrollment fundraising and community engagement through strategic storytelling
• Promote school events open houses and other community initiatives.
• Strengthen engagement with current families alumni and the broader Jewish community

Qualifications & Experience

• Post-secondary education and 3 years of experience in communications marketing or digital media leadership (experience in education or nonprofit sectors is an asset)
• Demonstrated proficiency in social media strategy digital marketing and content creation
• Strong writing editing storytelling and copywriting skills
• Experience with analytics tools content management systems and digital advertising platforms
• Highly organized creative and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with video production photography and graphic design is highly desirable

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with a creative eye and strong professional judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Passion for education community and meaningful storytelling.
• Sensitivity to Jewish values culture and community; familiarity with Jewish education is an asset.
• Flexible collaborative and able to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Additional details and benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental plan and other extended benefits
• Generous RSP matching program
• Salary range commensurate with experience: $95K-$105K (4 days a week)
• Very occasional evening and weekend work required

Why Join King David High School

• Be part of a mission-driven school with a strong sense of community and purpose
• Lead and shape the voice of a respected institution
• Work in a collaborative values-based environment
• Make a meaningful impact through storytelling engagement and relationship-building

We welcome applications from candidates inspired by Jewish education who bring creativity strategy and leadership to this critical role.

If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others we want to hear from you. King David values diversity equity and inclusion as we are an equal opportunity employer.

Please forward your resume and cover letter to Seth Goldsweig Head of School at

We thank all candidates for their application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.