About Georgetown Prep

Founded in 1789 by the Society of Jesus, Georgetown Preparatory School is America's oldest Catholic boarding and day school for young men. Georgetown Prep is committed to forming young men of faith, intellect, and character — men for others — in the Jesuit tradition. Our communications team plays a vital role in telling that story to both our local, national and international community.

Position Overview

Georgetown Preparatory School seeks a talented, mission-driven Marketing & Communications Associate to support the day-to-day communications needs of the school. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, this position plays a key supporting role in crafting and distributing content across email, web, and social media platforms. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, a careful editor, an attentive listener, and someone who understands — and is energized by — the mission of Catholic and Jesuit education.

Key Responsibilities

Email & Newsletter Communications

• Draft, edit, and distribute mass email communications to parents, alumni, students, and the broader school community

• Manage the production calendar for weekly and seasonal newsletters

• Maintain consistency of voice, tone, and brand across all written communications

• Proofread all outgoing communications for accuracy, grammar, and style Website

• Update and maintain school website content on a regular basis

• Coordinate with department heads and administrators to ensure content is current and accurate

• Write and post news stories, event recaps, and announcements

• Support basic content management system (CMS) updates and uploadsSocial Media

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms

• Capture and write captions for school events, student achievements, and institutional milestones

• Help maintain a consistent and compelling social media presence that reflects the school's mission and valuesGeneral Communications Support

• Attend school events to gather content, photos, and stories

• Collaborate closely with the Admissions, Advancement, and Academic departments on communications needs

• Support the Head of Marketing & Communications on special projects, campaigns, and institutional messaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

• 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, or a related role

• Exceptional writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail

• Strong listening skills, active collaborator, and the ability to translate conversations and ideas into polished written content

• Familiarity with email marketing platforms (Constant Contact, Veracross, or similar)

• Basic proficiency with website content management systems

• Comfortable with social media platforms including Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook

• Collaborative, positive, and adaptable team player

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced school environment

• A background in Catholic or Jesuit education — as a student, employee, or both — is strongly preferred

• A genuine understanding of and enthusiasm for the mission of Jesuit education

Preferred but Not Required

• Experience with photography or basic video editing

• Familiarity with Finalsite or similar school CMS platforms

• Experience working in an independent, Catholic, and/or Jesuit school environment

This Position Is a Strong Fit For Someone Who

• Finds meaning in mission-driven work

• Is energized by community, storytelling, and the rhythms of school life

Compensation

Salary range: $65,000-$75,000. Georgetown Prep offers a competitive benefits package including health coverage, retirement, and tuition benefits. As an independent Catholic institution, Georgetown

Preparatory School is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer in compliance with all applicable EEO laws.

Apply online, https://www.gprep.org/about/employment

Questions? Contact: Tina Brodrick, Human Resources Director, 301.493.5000

About Georgetown Preparatory School

Founded in 1789, Georgetown Preparatory is a Jesuit, Catholic college preparatory day and boarding school for young men in grades 9-12, in North Bethesda, Maryland. Prep’s commitment to the 450-year-old Ignatian paradigm of a rigorous liberal arts curriculum emphasizes reflection, discernment, scholarly and programmatic excellence and personal responsibility. The curriculum exposes students to a breadth of knowledge and calls for critical evaluation and self-examination. Students are taught in small classes where they participate in active discussion with teachers and an atmosphere of genuine concern for the personal growth of the individual is fostered.

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