Marketing Specialist

***Overview***
The Northbrook Symphony Orchestra (NSO) in Illinois has presented classical music concerts continually since 1980. We are a professional orchestra, with our season running from October to June and consisting of 5-6 concerts per season. Today the NSO reaches all ages and specifically aims to reach younger audiences by providing complimentary tickets for youth and partnering with schools. The Orchestra works with area schools and organizations, intentionally reaching out to under resourced communities, to bring students to concerts. To ensure that there are no financial barriers to youth learning to play an instrument, the NSO collects musical instruments and provides them to schools.

The NSO is seeking a part-time talented and experienced Marketing Specialist to oversee the marketing efforts of our local symphony. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing successful marketing strategies for a performing arts organization, ideally a symphony. The Marketing Specialist will work closely with the organization’s leadership to promote our concerts and events, increase brand awareness, and grow our audience base. This position reports to the Operations Manager and NSO board.

***Key Responsibilities and Job Description***

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing plans that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Oversee all aspects of marketing, including advertising, public relations, social media, email marketing, and content marketing.
• Collaborate with the artistic team to develop engaging and innovative marketing campaigns for concerts and events.
• Manage the organization's brand identity and ensure consistent messaging across all marketing channels.
• Analyze marketing data and metrics to assess the effectiveness of marketing strategies and tactics.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media partners, sponsors, and other stakeholders.
• Stay up to date on marketing trends and best practices in the classical music industry.
• Mentor and manage any marketing interns and volunteers.
• Position is predominantly remote, but occasionally needed to work in NSO office or at concerts.
• Work as an independent contractor determining best practices and procedures to complete tasks.

***Qualifications***

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing, with a focus on classical music or the performing arts.
• Proven track record of developing successful marketing campaigns for a performing arts organization, ideally a symphony.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, including social media, email marketing, and content marketing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with media partners, sponsors, and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with marketing data analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the organization's leadership and artistic team.
• Prefer candidate to have an understanding and passion for classical music and the performing arts.

If you are a creative thinker with a passion for marketing and a desire to make an impact, we would love to hear from you. Join us as a Marketing Specialist and help us drive our brand forward.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Marketing: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote