Communications Coordinator at New Hazlett Theater

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*Please note that this role is for New Hazlett Theater.

Passionate about the arts?  Looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference in your community?  We’re looking for creative, motivated people like you! Our Graphic Design and Content Coordinator will execute marketing plans to meet the theater's strategic goals. They'll handle in­house graphic design and copywriting for all digital marketing efforts. They will also maintain the NHT website and manage all social media accounts.

New Hazlett team members embrace the theater’s mission to create dynamic art through innovation and collaboration. We provide vital resources to creators from all backgrounds to enrich our cultural community, and respect and present diverse artists and ideas. We are committed to eliminating bias with regard to race, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, heritage, culture, religion and tradition, both on stage and off, and are willing to interrupt behaviors that impede our DEAI efforts.

• Implement the marketing calendar while staying within budget constraints
• Create, schedule and publish original, high-quality content on all NHT social media platforms
• Create, send and track response to email communications
• Update and maintain the NHT website
• Produce and edit photo- and video-based promotional materials
• Coordinate graphic design, distribution and mailing of marketing materials
• Assist with design and messaging for fundraising activities including special events, annual appeals, and online campaigns
• Partner with resident companies and artists to gather information and promote events, finding ways for their voices to be represented throughout marketing, publicity, and community engagement campaigns
• Build awareness of NHT and our events by developing/maintaining relationships with local media and influencers, writing and distributing press materials, pitching editorial opportunities, maintaining online listings, and soliciting media sponsorships
• Identify, negotiate and purchase ad space on relevant media channels
• Learn the in-house ticketing system and serve as backup to the Box Office and Development Services Coordinator.
• Perform other related duties as are necessary

Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Don’t think of this job description as a mandatory, comprehensive list. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment or simply looking to transition, we would love to hear from you. Use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and what you could bring to this role.

Experience:

• Three years marketing experience including professional social media content creation
• Graphic design skills and proficiency in Canva. InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro a plus
• Familiarity with Mail Chimp/Constant Contact, and Word Press
• Ability to analyze and present data from marketing campaigns across all platforms

          Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Strong verbal communication skills; exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to multi-task, reprioritize, and meet deadlines
• Ability to quickly identify and provide recommendations on issues
• Highly motivated and calm under pressure
• Willing and able to make decisions on behalf of the Theater with confidence
• Aptitude to easily learn new software applications

Travel Requirements: Access to reliable transportation necessary for local travel, as needed.

Physical, mental demands and working conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• An employee in this position works in a shared office environment. Office equipment will be operated as part of this job.
• The position frequently requires the employee to communicate well with others both inside and outside the theater (e.g., in person, via telephone, via email).
• The employee must be able to understand, interpret and analyze data, solve problems, concentrate, and research, use available technological resources and systems (e.g. computer programs), multi-task, prioritize, and coordinate with multiple individuals to complete essential tasks.
• An employee in this position is required to move throughout the workplace, write and/or type and communicate effectively.

Working Hours: This is an in-person, non-remote role. Attendance at performances, meetings, and special events – including evenings and weekends – is expected on occasion; your schedule can be flexed to accommodate these hours.

Compensation: The compensation range for this full-time, nonexempt position is $20-$23/hour dependent upon experience. A comprehensive benefit plan includes health, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off.

The New Hazlett Theater is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a professional, educational and criminal background check. At the time of employment, you must also present documentation indicating that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. Covid-19 vaccination is required, barring a legal exemption.

TO APPLY: Apply here with resume, cover letter and three professional references.

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