Digital Marketing Manager (Private High School)

Novel Prep

Digital Marketing Manager (Private High School)

Irvine, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Role Overview

    We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Digital Marketing Manager to lead the planning, execution, and optimization of our digital marketing initiatives. This role will be responsible for driving brand awareness, customer acquisition, and revenue growth through data-driven marketing strategies and cross-channel campaign management.

    The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with hands-on execution and leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.

    Key Responsibilities 🔹 Enrollment Marketing Strategy & Ownership

    Lead the development and execution of digital marketing strategies focused on student recruitment and enrollment growth

    Own and optimize the enrollment funnel (awareness → inquiry → tour → application → enrollment)

    Partner with admissions teams to align marketing efforts with enrollment targets

    🔹 Marketing Strategy & Ownership

    Lead the development and execution of comprehensive digital marketing strategies aligned with business goals

    Own key growth metrics including customer acquisition, conversion rates, and ROI

    Develop and manage the overall online marketing roadmap and campaign calendar

    🔹 Campaign Management & Optimization

    Oversee end-to-end execution of multi-channel campaigns across paid and organic platforms (e.g., social media, online advertising, content marketing)

    Continuously monitor, analyze, and optimize campaign performance to maximize efficiency and return on investment

    Implement A/B testing and performance optimization strategies

    🔹 Data-Driven Decision Making

    Analyze marketing performance data and translate insights into actionable strategies

    Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to track success

    Provide regular performance reports and strategic recommendations to leadership

    🔹 Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

    Lead and mentor junior marketing team members or external vendors/agencies

    Collaborate with internal stakeholders (product, sales, leadership) to align marketing initiatives with business priorities

    Drive cross-functional projects to support company growth

    🔹 Market Intelligence & Competitive Strategy

    Conduct in-depth market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities

    Use insights to refine positioning, messaging, and campaign strategies

    🔹 Partnerships & Channel Development

    Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key digital platforms and partners

    Expand marketing channels to increase brand visibility and customer reach

    🔹 Brand & Social Media Strategy

    Oversee social media strategy and ensure consistent brand voice across all platforms

    Strengthen brand awareness, engagement, and online reputation

    Lead content direction and campaign messaging

    🔹 Customer Lifecycle & Retention

    Develop and execute customer retention and re-engagement strategies

    Optimize customer journey to increase lifetime value and repeat purchases

    🔹 Paid Advertising & Budget Management

    Manage and optimize paid media campaigns (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

    Own budget planning, allocation, and performance tracking

    Ensure efficient spend and strong ROI across channels

    🔹 Product Marketing & Launch Strategy

    Lead go-to-market strategies for new product launches

    Coordinate cross-channel campaigns to maximize reach and engagement

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field

    5+ years of experience in digital marketing, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or managerial role

    Experience in private school, K-12 education, or enrollment marketing strongly preferred

    Proven track record of driving growth through digital marketing strategies

    Strong expertise in paid media, social media, and multi-channel campaign management

    Advanced analytical skills with experience using tools such as Google Analytics and marketing dashboards

    Experience managing budgets and optimizing marketing spend

    Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills

    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment