Publications Editor Job at Scheck Hillel Community School in NORTH MIAMI BEACH

Scheck Hillel Community School, a large Orthodox Jewish community school located in sunny North Miami Beach, Florida, is currently accepting resumes for an experienced full-time Publications Editor.

Scheck Hillel is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school serving over 1,300 students in PKT through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, we attract and retain a diverse faculty who demonstrate professional excellence with an unwavering commitment to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality. As a community school, we understand that our school isn't just about education; it's about the whole child.

Summary:

The Publications Editor plays a critical role in overseeing the production and dissemination of print and digital materials that communicate the values, achievements, and announcements in our school community. The Publications Editor serves as the key contact person and coordinator for all school publications, performing a variety of project management, writing, and editorial duties: planning, designing, writing text, editing, and producing newsletters, magazines, handbooks, and school marketing publications (both printed and electronic). The Publications Editor ensures that the school’s style guide is applied to all work products and maintains the editorial and visual standards stipulated in school-specific communication policies.

Responsibilities:

• Writes, drafts, edits, proofreads, and submits for final approval:
• Press releases, articles, newsletter submissions, news stories, features, profiles, marketing and advertising materials, handbooks, annual reports, admissions publications, monthly publications for the board of directors, “Back to School” website content, and weekly leadership communications.
• Responsible for other school-related collateral, including playbills for the theatre department, written and designed admissions materials, and donor relations publications.
• Edits all elements for style, substance, and organization. Reorganizes text to create consistency in grammar, format, and message. Recommends substantive editorial changes as needed. Reviews, proofs, and fact-checks all copy, and may perform layout work of a detailed and complex nature.
• Oversees all aspects of production, often of multiple publications or copy editing, fact-checking, and quality assurance stages.
• Ensures permissions standards for content and image are consistent and documented. Coordinates post-production activities, such as mailing, mail house arrangements, coordinating copyright registration, and internal distribution.
• Oversees distribution of press releases to media, takes photographs, maintains photo, clip, and contact files, and may organize and oversee photo shoots, reporter visits, media launches, and related events as directed.
• Assists in training, scheduling, and distributing work to other staff members, students, interns, and temporary workers.
• Works closely with internal departments, staff, and leadership on school-wide initiatives and projects.
• Manages and oversees the school's presence on Niche.com, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, and reflective of the school’s mission while implementing strategies to help increase the school's ratings and visibility on the platform.
• Other special projects and duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Writing/Literature, or related field, or an equivalent of education plus experience.
• Five plus years of related writing/publishing experience with proven coordination experience with other collaborators (graphic designers, etc.) and project leadership skills required.
• Strong working knowledge of publishing and graphic design requirements, digital communication tools, and related computer software (Google Suite: including Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, MS Word, Adobe Acrobat).
• Proven command of editorial and grammatical writing guidelines and techniques.
• Competent in AI tools used to enhance the quality and efficiency of publications, ensuring content aligns with the school's mission, values, and communication goals.
• Ability to work across teams and with a variety of projects, vendors, constituencies, and multiple deadlines.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive salary, benefits, professional development, opportunity for growth, and more. For further consideration, email resumes or visit our website at www.ehillel.org for more information about Scheck Hillel. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Marketing, Advertising, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education