Communications Coordinator/Copy Writer

Introduction

The School

Brisbane Grammar School is a non-denominational boys’ school of about 2000 students (Years 5 to12) overlooking the Brisbane CBD. The School maintains a 150-year strong tradition of academic excellence, extensive cocurricular activities and student wellbeing programs. We are fortunate to have a team of dedicated and professional staff who provide an exceptional learning environment responsive to the needs of our students.

Our Professional Community

Brisbane Grammar School values the professionalism of our teaching staff and seeks to nurture a dynamic learning culture at the School for both students and staff. The School provides freedom for teachers to be creative and innovative, and to develop and grow our research capacity in pedagogical practice and blended learning. The School’s academic structures support collaboration, with staff working in teams within and across disciplines and between the Middle and Senior Schools. Our teachers model collaborative, lifelong learning, and are supported through generous professional development opportunities and high-quality resources.

Description

About the role

The primary purpose of the position is to assist the Marketing and Communications team to ensure consistency of brand, messaging and imagery across all marketing and communications. This is a casual position offering up to 20 hours per week, flexible hours between 8.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, working collaboratively with key internal stakeholders to support the writing and production of print and digital communications, both internal and external for Brisbane Grammar School.

Main Responsibilities

Writing, Communications and Publications

• Plan, write and edit the School’s print and digital publications (including Grammar News, Web news)

• Draft and edit content for a range of Marketing purposes including event flyers, invitations, editorial, advertising

• Support the delivery of the Annual School Magazine publication, writing, editing and proofing content.

• Speech writing – support leaders, and teaching staff with editing speeches for external presentations.

• Interview talent and write stories for all BGS publications, including social media, web, and email copywriting.

• Liaise with key stakeholders to collect content material for the various publications across BGS.

• Other duties as directed by the Director of Community Relations.

• Work with internal stakeholders to prioritise, draft and publish Internal Communications messages via Teams, MyGrammar and the BGS Newsletter

• Assist with the editing of written material to ensure content aligns with the BGS brand

General Marketing and Team Requirements

• Support the wider team with the collection and storage of photographs for promotional material.

• Provide photography support, assist with photo shoots when required.

• Contribute to the BGS website and online presence to increase accessibility to an array of information, resources and online publications. Ensure content is updated and continually maintained, improving search engine optimisation (SEO).

• Coordinate photos for the School Magazine, including photo schedules, photographer and staff requirements, and the approval process.

Skills And Experiences

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree, qualification or relevant experience in Journalism, Communications, or Marketing.

Skills and Experience

• Experience writing, editing and publishing communications for community, clients and corporate stakeholders

• Effective communication skills to engage and liaise with key internal and external stakeholders

• Strong writing skills across a variety of print and digital mediums.

• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and multitask.

• Photography skills desired but not essential.

What can BGS offer you?

Competitive hourly rate + Free onsite parking

Opportunities for professional development and learning opportunities

Access to rewards and benefits via external providers

Additional insurance benefits through our Corporate Superannuation Plan for eligible staff

Discounted school fees for eligible staff

State-of-the-art facilities and technology innovation

Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Active Staff Social Club including weekly morning teas, and special events

Wellbeing Strategy

Annual free flu vaccinations

Application Process

Brisbane Grammar School recognises the value of diverse thinking and we encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. To better understand what it means to join BGS, please review the information on our website and social media accounts before submitting your application. You should also familiarise yourself with our key policies and procedures available on the School website, which may assist you during the recruitment process.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment. Candidates must disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children.

Brisbane Grammar School reserves the right to close the advertisement before the listed closing date.