Marketing & Communications Coordinator for the Arts

Summary The Marketing & Communications Coordinator for the Arts is responsible for promoting AU Arts events, news, programs, and happenings within AU Arts, which includes the Department of Performing Arts and Art Department. Promotional efforts include social media content creation, writing online news stories, email marketing, and outreach to campus and community partners. The coordinator also manages the production and distribution of marketing materials such as performance programs and posters, works closely with faculty and staff, and supervises student workers who assist with photography and videography. This position reports directly to the College Assistant Dean for Communications & Outreach. Essential Functions AU Arts Strategy and Content Creation – identify promotional opportunities and generate content for AU Arts, collaborate with program directors and faculty, manage graphic designers, liaise with printers, provide writing, editing, and design support, and manage student photographers and videographers. Website, Social Media, and Online Outreach – collaborate with the CAS webmaster to update AU Arts, Katzen, and Greenberg websites, manage the ticketing platform, direct the AU Arts social media presence, assist social media assistants and student workers, maintain mailing lists, coordinate targeted e‑mails and newsletters, submit all AU Arts events to community online calendars, and manage the internal library of photo assets. External Press/Media Promotion – under the direction of the College Assistant Dean of Communications and Outreach, work with University Marketing and Communications (UCM) to seek external press and media coverage. Budget and Expenses – prepare the annual AU Arts promotional budget, monitor and maintain ongoing records of all marketing, publication and promotional expenses, and provide semester budget forecasts and actuals. Other CAS Marketing & Communications Efforts – perform additional marketing and communications tasks as directed by the College Assistant Dean/Director of Communications and Outreach, including supporting the news website, social media, event promotion, and production of print and online marketing materials. Supervisory Responsibility This position supervises student workers. Competencies Prioritizing and Organizing Serving Customers Acquiring and Analyzing Information Displaying Creativity Supporting Coworkers Position Type / Hours of Work Full‑time, 35 hours per week. Salary $30.00 – $33.00 per hour. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 2–4 years of relevant experience in communications or marketing with an interest or experience in the arts; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work on multiple tasks, and a collaborative work style; technical experience using content management systems, social media and email marketing software, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop), and Microsoft Office. Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree; experience working with students, and supervisory experience preferred. Additional Eligibility The position involves a wide variety of complex promotional tasks and requires ongoing involvement with multiple academic departments within the College, other university offices, and external organizations to increase AU’s recognition as a leader in the arts. The incumbent will work collaboratively and establish strong positive working relationships to accomplish promotional activities on a strict schedule and within budget constraints. Annual calendar includes approximately 35 concerts and theatre productions, 20 exhibits, and numerous associated lectures, receptions, and events. The position regularly exercises independent judgment or initiative and plans and schedules work within the development of the annual promotional plan. Benefits Competitive benefits package. EEO Statement American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, genetic information, or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr American University