Discover After School is hiring: Creative Communications Specialist (Hybrid) in

About Us: 

Discover After School, founded in 2019, is on a mission to empower children through after-school STEAM exploration. Starting from just after school clubs to before and after-school programs, we blend fun with science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) to spark creativity and innovation. With over 2,000 students reached in Orange County alone, our vision is to expand our impact, opening preschools and fostering community partnerships. Our Mission is to paint a world of possibilities for the next generation through STEAM. Our offerings include before & after school programming, seasonal camp, training & resources, family & community events.

Position Summary:

The Creative Communications Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing communication strategies to convey a company’s brand, message, or product in innovative and engaging ways. This role typically involves working with a variety of media, including digital, print, and social platforms, to ensure consistent messaging across channels. As a remote position, it requires excellent self-management, communication skills, and proficiency with digital collaboration tools. This position requires a self-starter who is creative, strategic, and able to work effectively in a remote environment. If you are passionate about storytelling, digital communication, and brand development, this could be a great fit for you! Please be advised that this is a hybrid position meaning that you will work remotely and in office when requested. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement creative communication strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Create compelling content for multiple platforms including websites, blogs, social media, newsletters, and press releases.

• Ensure all content is on-brand, consistent in style, quality, and tone.

• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to create cohesive communication plans.

• Continuously optimize content strategies based on data and feedback.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.

• 2-4 years of experience in creative communications, content creation, or public relations.

• Must have a portfolio and own your own equipment / technology (Computer, Camera, Software)

• Must be willing to work in office and commute to different locations for projects on occasions. 

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in digital collaboration tools (Wordpress, Canva, Google Workspace etc).

• Crafting skills and video editing ability is a plus. 

• Familiarity with Meta Business, SEO, analytics, and other performance metrics.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote or office setting. 

• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative content ideas.

• Strong organizational and project management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Job Type:

• Part-time
• Hybrid Position (Remote or In Office when requested) 

Compensation: 

• $17 per hour. Pay is biweekly. 

Schedule:

• August 2024 - May 2025
• Monday - Friday
• 4 Hours Daily. Hours are flexible.
• Hours can increase depending on special events. 

Discover After School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.