Director of marketing
Quest Academy - Palatine, Illinois, United States, 60251![Quest Academy](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Quest Academy is a leading, non-profit private independent school for gifted students in grades Preschool - 8 located in Palatine, IL outside of Chicago. The mission of Quest Academy is to provide gifted children with a challenging curriculum and a nurturing environment, emphasizing sound character, along with scholarship and creativity in both the academics and the arts. The Quest Academy community values the individuality of each child and encourages each to strive for personal excellence.To learn more about Quest Academy, visit www.questacademy.org.Position Summary:
Quest Academy seeks a marketing professional who possesses experience, talent, and initiative to creatively place the school in the spotlight for parents seeking an outstanding education for their gifted child. The candidate must possess obvious energy and enthusiasm for furthering the mission of Quest Academy by the creation of compelling campaigns using outstanding written work and professionalism in speaking to individuals and large groups about the advantages of a Quest Academy education. This is a strategic role, but in addition to being strategic, this individual will need to have experience creating and managing tactical marketing plans to execution.This opportunity is a full-time position and includes benefits. Salary is based on skills and background experience. The Director of Marketing and Enrollment reports to the Head of School and fulfills the following duties:Creatively design marketing campaigns to focus on Quest Academy’s strengths as a gifted school.Develop and oversee full scale sales funnel metrics.Work in tandem with the Marketing and Admissions Manager to showcase Quest and enroll new students.Create and manage a strong social media presence.Prepare Marketing budget for the CFO.Assist the Director of Development with alumni relations and fundraising activities.Attend and present at Board meetings.Serve on the Advertising/Marketing (ADMAR) Committee and work closely with Board representatives to secure and provide information.Maintain the school website.Build and maintain public relations (newsletters, promotional materials, press releases, etc.).Oversee the school’s graphic design initiatives and school signage.Maintain positive relationships with all school volunteers, parents, local government and business leaders, and others whose understanding of and commitment to the school is desirable for the institution’s vitality and success.Minimum Qualifications:A degree in marketing or a related field; masters degree preferredThree or more years of marketing experience with at least three years of leadership experience (preferred) including a special focus on lead generation, digital marketing, SEO, SEM, email, and website marketingExperience with marketing analytics software, CRM systems, marketing automation programsExperience creating and executing strategic marketing plans across multiple channelsExperience in the education field or a private school environment preferredIn accordance with State of Illinois law, a criminal background check will be required prior to beginning employment. Quest Academy does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.It is the responsibility of all Quest employees to:Understand and support Quest's mission and philosophy and promote a positive image of the school.Contribute to a harmonious school atmosphere by working cooperatively with all colleagues.Attend some events outside of the normal school schedule, such as open houses and graduation.Respect the confidentiality of private information relating to students, colleagues, and the operations of the school.Refrain from establishing close relationships with colleagues, students, parents, or trustees that would compromise professional integrity.Demonstrate responsibility and punctuality.Display flexibility in responding to new situations and expectations, as well as a positive attitude and a helpful, nonjudgmental demeanor.Show willingness to consider and implement suggestions for improvement.Model the positive character traits that Quest students are expected to embody.Please submit your application and resume at www.questacademy.org/employment or for more information contact hiring@questacademy.org.Job Type:
Full-timePay:
$85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per yearBenefits:Dental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork Location:
In person
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