Marketing & Communications Coordinator

The Stephen S. Wise Temple•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marketing & Communications Coordinator will oversee and execute internal and external communications and content marketing across Stephen Wise Temple and its schools, focusing most often on Wise Elementary School (K-6), the Aaron Milken Center Preschool, and the Parenting Center. This role is key to maintaining clear, consistent messaging across platforms. The Coordinator reports to the Chief Engagement Officer and also supports projects assigned by the Head of School. As a key staff member in our religious educational institution, you will serve as a role model of our faith’s tenets, demonstrating them daily to our members and the broader Temple community. This position plays a vital role in transmitting the expectations and values of our faith, ensuring that the Temple continues to minister effectively to the needs of our students and members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields.
At least three (3) years of experience in marketing, communications, or advertising.
Strong copywriting and proofreading skills with attention to detail and brand voice.
Excellent organizational skills and experience with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Google Suite, Microsoft Teams).
Proficiency in social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok).
Experience with graphic design, publication layout, and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Google Analytics, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong reliability, integrity, accountability, and dedication to the mission of Stephen Wise Temple and Schools.
Enthusiasm for staying current with social media best practices and adapting strategies as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ShulCloud.
Expertise in paid social media campaigns.
Proficiency in data analytics software.
Video editing skills (primarily for social media).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Chief Engagement Officer to align communications for Temple and School events, ensuring transparency and visibility through shared editorial calendars.
Write and distribute timely and essential school communications via email and text.
Work with administrators, faculty, clergy, and parent volunteers to support events and programs across the Temple and schools.
Coordinate messaging across multiple platforms (website, email, social media) to promote events, programs, and holidays.
Support the Center for Youth Engagement (CYE) by developing targeted messaging strategies to foster engagement within key audiences.
Identify and define target audiences, ensuring school programming reaches the intended communities. Manage and update the database of prospective school families.
Maintain and update the Wise School, CYE, and AMC websites, ensuring accuracy and search engine optimization.
Manage the social media content calendar, identify promotional opportunities, and grow engagement across platforms.
Lead communication efforts for large-scale, cross-organizational events (e.g., Purim Carnival, Wise Gala), including creating content calendars, email campaigns, digital marketing, and recap reports.
Manage Google Ad campaigns for key programs, such as High Holy Days, school enrollment, membership renewals, and large events like Purim and the Gala.
Ensure event photography is captured and maintain an organized, accessible photo database.
Collaborate with clergy to promote programs for specific audiences, such as grandparents and college students.
Support the Development team with school campaigns and fundraising initiatives throughout the year.
Deliver weekly and monthly analytics reports to the Chief Engagement Officer.
Other duties as assigned.