Indianapolis, Indiana
Posted: 04-Feb-25
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Salary: 40,000 - 60,000
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Marketing & Design Associate
Washington Episcopal School | Bethesda, MD
Are you a creative storyteller who thrives in a dynamic environment?
Do you love capturing moments through design, photography, and video? Are you passionate about branding, social media, and digital marketing—and eager to use your skills to bring a vibrant school community to life? If you’re someone who thinks outside the box, embraces technology, and loves working with kids and families, we want to meet you. This position would begin as of May 1, 2025.
About the Role
Washington Episcopal School (WES) is seeking a Marketing and Design Associate to bring our school’s story to life through compelling content and strategic marketing. This role blends creativity, technology, and relationship-building to support admissions, advancement, and community engagement.
The ideal candidate is:
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A visionary storyteller who can capture the magic of school life through design, photography, and video.
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A creative thinker who thrives on developing innovative ideas and crafting engaging digital and print materials.
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A digital marketing professional who understands social media, websites, SEO, and analytics.
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Tech-savvy and adaptable, always eager to learn new tools and trends in marketing, design, and communication.
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Highly detail-oriented and organized, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all marketing materials.
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A team player with a heart for kids, who enjoys being part of a close-knit school community and is willing to go the extra mile.
What You’ll Do
Social Media & Digital Marketing
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Manage and grow our presence on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube with engaging daily content.
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Capture and share the moments that make our school unique—from study trips to sports games to performances.
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Monitor and analyze competitor schools and industry trends to keep us ahead of the curve.
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Run and track paid digital ad campaigns that drive engagement and enrollment.
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Analyze campaign performance and adjust strategies to improve reach and effectiveness.
Design & Content Creation
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Design brochures, banners, flyers, digital ads, print ads, giveaways, and more to support admissions, advancement, and events.
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Take and edit high-quality photos and videos that tell our story.
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Film and edit videos, including student acceptance videos, event recaps, and promotional content.
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Maintain and update the school website and work with an SEO consultant to optimize content.
Events & Community Engagement
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Support major school events like Back-to-School Night, Grandparents Day, and Admissions Events with marketing materials and logistics.
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Help craft email marketing campaigns and school-wide communications.
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Design and support fundraising materials for the Annual Fund and auction gala.
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Opportunities to chaperone Middle School Study Trips and document experiences in Utah, Italy, Spain, or France.
What You Bring
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Proficiency in graphic design, photography, and video editing (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Final Cut Pro, etc.).
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Experience in social media management, digital marketing, and analytics.
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Strong writing and storytelling skills with a keen eye for consistency.
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A tech-savvy mindset, always eager to learn new tools and stay ahead of trends.
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A positive, collaborative spirit and a love for kids, families, and community-building.
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The ability to accept feedback and continuously improve to make every project stronger.
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A “whatever-it-takes” attitude—willing to roll up your sleeves and go above and beyond.
Bonus Points If You Have…
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Experience in independent schools or nonprofits.
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A background in theater, performing arts, or creative storytelling.
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Web design skills and familiarity with SEO and website hosting platforms.
Why Join Us?
At Washington Episcopal School, we believe in joyful learning, strong relationships, and a vibrant school culture. You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that values creativity, innovation, and making a difference in students’ lives.
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This is a Non-Exempt, on-site position, with occasional evening and weekend hours, in a dynamic and welcoming school environment.
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Engaging workplace where no two days are the same.
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Opportunities for travel to chaperone and document study trips in Utah, Italy, Spain, or France.
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A chance to make an impact and tell the story of an incredible school community.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about creative marketing, love kids, and want to help shape a school’s brand story, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit.
To stand out, submit a short video (1-2 minutes) introducing yourself and why you’re excited about this role.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Washington Episcopal School (WES) is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8. Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared.
WES provides a competitive wage and an inviting, professional, and collegial working environment. WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment where all are valued and supported.
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