Communications Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Strong photography skills (professional or advanced amateur experience required)
• Proficiency in social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) and content creation tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively and proactively in a dynamic school environment
• Alignment with the mission and values of The Highlands School
• Canva proficiency

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photos of school events, student life, classrooms, athletics, and special moments across campus
• Maintain an organized photo library for marketing and communications use
• Ensure images reflect the mission, culture, and spirit of The Highlands School
• Collect, organize, manage school official photo bank in a timely manner.
• Create, schedule, and publish content across the school’s social media platforms
• Develop engaging, mission-aligned captions and visual content
• Monitor engagement and maintain a consistent, positive online presence
• Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator on content strategy and campaigns
• Lead the weekly communications meeting to gather content and updates from departments
• Compile, write, and format the Blazer Blast newsletter
• Ensure all information is accurate, timely, and aligned with school priorities
• Coordinate with faculty and staff to meet submission deadlines
• Work closely reporting to the Communications Coordinator.
• Will also collaborate with with faculty, staff, and administration to identify and highlight key stories and events
• Support broader communications and marketing initiatives as needed
• Uphold the school’s standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and mission alignment in all communications