Part-Time Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Description

About Us:

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) is a mission-driven network of schools founded in partnership with Purdue University. Our vision is to inspire students through STEM-focused, real-world experiences, empowering them to become problem-solvers and skilled achievers who succeed in technical and STEM-related post-secondary programs and high-tech careers. At PPHS, we are committed to academic rigor and providing every student with the resources to succeed in higher education, particularly at institutions of the caliber of Purdue University. Our core values guide everything we do:

Act as 1

Nurture student genius

Start from Yes

• Do the right thing

Get it done

We aspire to create a world of equity where every student has the opportunity and access to achieve their goals and to realize their power to solve problems they encounter. We are intentional about building a culture of communication, collaboration, and innovation that creates a positive and supportive environment conducive to high academic achievement and long-term success.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and highly-organized Part-Time Marketing & Communications Coordinator to support our network's marketing efforts. This hybrid role (20 hours per week) requires a consistent physical presence at our Indianapolis campuses. This role will be crucial in helping us increase brand awareness, promote our mission, and engage our communities. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem-solver with a passion for education and a commitment to our core values.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Develop and schedule compelling content for our website and social media channels (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, X), including posts, stories, and short-form videos that highlight student success and school events.
• Brand Consistency: Create and/or copyedit communication materials, ranging from social media graphics to press releases to internal documents and presentation slides, that adhere to the official PPHS brand guidelines for logos, colors, and typography.
• Communications Support: Draft, edit, and disseminate items such as press releases, newsletters, and promotional materials to share school news and achievements with the media and our community.
• Project Management: Implement marketing campaigns for student recruitment, community events, fundraising initiatives, and other needs that may arise.
• Storytelling: Work closely with campus staff and students to identify and capture powerful stories that showcase our unique culture and learner-centered education.
• Media Monitoring & Marketing Strategy: Monitor media exposure across traditional and social media, and use data to inform marketing campaign decisions.
• Public Relations: When assigned, interface with the public on behalf of PPHS, representing our brand and mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience in a marketing, communications, or public relations role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to write engaging, direct, and attention-grabbing content.
• Experience managing social media platforms for a brand or organization.
• Proficiency with content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Proficiency with website content best practices and the Squarespace platform
• Knowledge of the PPHS mission and a passion for supporting student success.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment.

Work Environment:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for extended periods; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 20lbs).

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Your employment with Purdue Polytechnic High School of Indianapolis Inc will be on an at-will basis, which means you and the company are free to terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or advance notice.  This letter is not a contract indicating employment terms or duration.