Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Challenge Charter Schools
Job overview
The Digital Marketing Assistant supports Challenge Charter Schools' communication, branding, and outreach efforts to promote the school's mission and engage the community.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assisting with marketing campaigns, brand design, social media content creation and analysis, communications support, event coverage, and administrative tasks to enhance school visibility and engagement.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred college coursework in Marketing or Communications, experience in social media content development, website content management, graphic design skills, strong communication, and organizational abilities.
Career development
The position offers opportunities to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment with potential to develop skills in marketing, communications, and community engagement.
Work environment and culture
The school fosters a vibrant, inclusive community valuing innovation, collaboration, and effective communication to support student success and lifelong learning.
Company information
Challenge Charter Schools, founded in 2010, serves over 1200 students in Queens with a mission to prepare students academically and socially for career success and responsible citizenship.
Team overview
The Digital Marketing Assistant reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications and collaborates with school staff, students, and families to support outreach and engagement.
Job location and travel
The job is based in Far Rockaway, Queens, with occasional flexible hours required for events and outreach activities.
Application process
The selection process includes an interview with an HR recruiter, an onsite interview with the Director of Marketing and Communications, followed by reference checks, offer, and contract based on qualifications and experience.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines digital marketing with community engagement in an educational setting, offering hands-on experience with diverse outreach channels and event coverage.
Company overview
Challenge Charter Schools is an educational organization focused on providing high-quality, tuition-free public education through its network of charter schools. They generate revenue primarily through public funding allocated per student, similar to traditional public schools, but with greater flexibility in curriculum and operations. Founded with a mission to offer innovative and effective teaching methods, Challenge Charter Schools has a history of emphasizing personalized learning and community involvement. The organization is known for its commitment to fostering academic excellence and preparing students for future success in a supportive environment.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience with social media content creation, graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, and website content management systems, as these are key for the Digital Marketing Assistant role at Challenge Charter Schools.
Emphasize your creativity, attention to detail, and passion for education and community engagement, along with your ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Apply through multiple channels such as the Challenge Charter Schools corporate website, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with people in the Marketing and Communications division at Challenge Charter Schools; start conversations by mentioning your enthusiasm for their community outreach or asking about recent marketing campaigns or school events.
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