Marketing Communications Specialist

Job Summary Assist the Pioneer Theatre Company (PTC) Director of Marketing and Communications in developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing plan to generate $2.5 MM in earned income from ticket sales necessary to support a professional LORT B Theatre located in residence on campus. Coordinates marketing and communications to maximize sales, create brand awareness and ensure effective internal and external communications. Responsibilities Serves as the Marketing Coordinator for the theatre (50%), responsible for maintaining relationships with University communications; creating and sending well-written press releases and other mass email notices for auditions, promotions, and other announcements; providing images from productions for publication in the proper resolution for the media; and assisting with media events Coordinates and implements marketing communication projects, including public relations, social media management, brand awareness, and special events. Coordinates promotions, including printing, mailing, and delivery of promotional materials. Writes and produces written communications tools, assisting Director as needed. Assists in the creation of press releases and public service announcements. Serves as Editor of PTC playbills (20%). This involves collecting, writing, and editing content and biographies for 6-7 playbills per year and working closely with our third-party publisher to meet print and production deadlines. Works with Stage Management on collecting accurate show data, bios, and headshots for playbills. Works with Development on collecting sponsor recognition for playbills. Works with a third-party publishing house on proofing and printing playbill. Additional responsibilities (30%): Creates website content, as needed, and performs regular updates to our website. Other marketing or public relations duties as assigned. Required Technical Experience Includes Familiarity With The Following Microsoft Office Suite Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok) Adobe Canva Must have a valid Driver's License. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Marketing Communication Specialist, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree. Preferences Desired Technical Experience Includes Adobe CS Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Audition) iMovie or Premiere Constant Contact Website content management: WordPress, Joomla, Squarespace, or similar Special Instructions Please provide a professional marketing writing sample and up to three visual assets you have created (designs, videos, social content, etc.). Requisition Number PRN45767B Full Time or Part Time Full Time Work Schedule Summary Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM; with additional hours outside of regular schedule for photo, videography, social media events, etc. Department 00072 - Pioneer Theatre Company Location Campus Pay Rate Range 44000 to 50000 Close Date 10/30/2026 Open Until Filled #J-18808-Ljbffr