Children's Theatre Company
Communications Manager
Children's Theatre Company, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
POSITION SUMMARYThe Communications Manager is a full-time position that uses strategic communications to drive visibility for GTCYS’ programs, student recruiting, events, fundraising, and EDI initiatives. The role is a combination of creative and hands-on work to create content for social media, promotional videos and collateral materials, stories, and communications.The ideal candidate is a tech-savvy learner with graphic design and video editing experience, strong writing skills, plus a love for music and a desire to partner with GTCYS’ community of students, families, alumni, educators, volunteers, and donors to share their stories. This role reports to the Development Director and collaborates closely with the rest of GTCYS’ team to support communications needs across the organization.This is a hybrid role in the Twin Cities area, with some in-office work at GTCYS’ downtown St. Paul office, as well as attendance at GTCYS concerts and key activities.RESPONSIBILITIESCommunicationsDevelop
and implement communications strategies in alignment with GTCYS’ strategic
goals.Develop
and manage annual communications calendar and storytelling initiatives.Create
content to reach existing and new stakeholders across multiple platforms through
e-newsletters, social media, videos, web content, event notices, and
advertisements.Interface
across GTCYS’ constituents to generate and share compelling stories with
an emphasis on student voices.Manage
day-to-day social media activities and stay informed on best practices;
create and publish content for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube,
LinkedIn to broaden visibility; track and respond to metrics.Design digital
and print collateral materials, including concert programs, audition
brochures, and more.Collaborate
across the organization to support staff’s communications needs and ensure
consistent use of GTCYS’ branding and key messages.Oversee and
update GTCYS’ website to ensure clear
and compelling content.EventsDevelop and
implement promotional strategies to increase engagement for GTCYS’ events
and program activities.Attend occasional
program activities and most concerts to take photos and video (some
evenings and weekends required).Possible
attendance on GTCYS’ Symphony biennial international concert tours to
document and promote tour activities.External RelationsManage external
advertising process to drive earned income.Maintain
strong relationships with vendors (printers, mail house, web support, ticket
agencies, concert venues), advertising clients, news outlets, and public
relations contacts.Coordinate
merchandise sales.OtherParticipate
in ongoing equity, diversity, and inclusion pursuits with staff to advance
GTCYS’ work with the broader community.Identify
improvements for internal systems and technology.Help
identify new opportunities to expand revenue streams.Develop
and track annual communications and marketing budget.Deliver
results on time, and within scope and budget.QUALIFICATIONS2+
years of professional experience in communications, digital media,
marketing, or related fieldUnderstanding
of digital engagement and experience creating content for and managing
social media channels and email campaignsGraphic
design experience for print and webVideo
editing and photography experienceExceptional
writing skills and ability to adapt for various platforms and audiencesAbility
to generate and implement creative ideasBalance
of big picture thinking and attention to detail with superb organization
skills and ability to self-motivate and prioritize tasks with a small teamInitiative
and willingness to learnProactive
and resourceful approachPreferred
technical skills:-Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for graphic design and video editing
-Experience with WordPress, MailChimp, and Microsoft Office applications-Working knowledge of website analytics tools and engagement tacticsBackground
in music preferred and passion for GTCYS’ missionBilingual
skills a plusGTCYS is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and equitable environment. We strongly encourage applications from people of color and from populations underrepresented in the arts administration field.BENEFITSGTCYS offers health insurance, dental insurance, 3% 401K match, generous paid time off, holidays, summer Friday half-days, and parking stipend for in-office work.TO APPLYBy August 18, combine the following documents into a single pdf and email it to development director Mackenzie Catton at mackenzie@gtcys.org (Note: applicants must apply through the listed GTCYS email address and not through this job posting website). The hiring process may include a screening call, along with Zoom and in-person interviews.·
Cover letter describing how your professional experience and skills align with this role·
Resume·
Portfolio of work, including 3-5 writing and graphic design samples, and 1-2 video samples (can share online portfolio if desired)·
Three professional references
#J-18808-Ljbffr
and implement communications strategies in alignment with GTCYS’ strategic
goals.Develop
and manage annual communications calendar and storytelling initiatives.Create
content to reach existing and new stakeholders across multiple platforms through
e-newsletters, social media, videos, web content, event notices, and
advertisements.Interface
across GTCYS’ constituents to generate and share compelling stories with
an emphasis on student voices.Manage
day-to-day social media activities and stay informed on best practices;
create and publish content for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube,
LinkedIn to broaden visibility; track and respond to metrics.Design digital
and print collateral materials, including concert programs, audition
brochures, and more.Collaborate
across the organization to support staff’s communications needs and ensure
consistent use of GTCYS’ branding and key messages.Oversee and
update GTCYS’ website to ensure clear
and compelling content.EventsDevelop and
implement promotional strategies to increase engagement for GTCYS’ events
and program activities.Attend occasional
program activities and most concerts to take photos and video (some
evenings and weekends required).Possible
attendance on GTCYS’ Symphony biennial international concert tours to
document and promote tour activities.External RelationsManage external
advertising process to drive earned income.Maintain
strong relationships with vendors (printers, mail house, web support, ticket
agencies, concert venues), advertising clients, news outlets, and public
relations contacts.Coordinate
merchandise sales.OtherParticipate
in ongoing equity, diversity, and inclusion pursuits with staff to advance
GTCYS’ work with the broader community.Identify
improvements for internal systems and technology.Help
identify new opportunities to expand revenue streams.Develop
and track annual communications and marketing budget.Deliver
results on time, and within scope and budget.QUALIFICATIONS2+
years of professional experience in communications, digital media,
marketing, or related fieldUnderstanding
of digital engagement and experience creating content for and managing
social media channels and email campaignsGraphic
design experience for print and webVideo
editing and photography experienceExceptional
writing skills and ability to adapt for various platforms and audiencesAbility
to generate and implement creative ideasBalance
of big picture thinking and attention to detail with superb organization
skills and ability to self-motivate and prioritize tasks with a small teamInitiative
and willingness to learnProactive
and resourceful approachPreferred
technical skills:-Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for graphic design and video editing
-Experience with WordPress, MailChimp, and Microsoft Office applications-Working knowledge of website analytics tools and engagement tacticsBackground
in music preferred and passion for GTCYS’ missionBilingual
skills a plusGTCYS is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and equitable environment. We strongly encourage applications from people of color and from populations underrepresented in the arts administration field.BENEFITSGTCYS offers health insurance, dental insurance, 3% 401K match, generous paid time off, holidays, summer Friday half-days, and parking stipend for in-office work.TO APPLYBy August 18, combine the following documents into a single pdf and email it to development director Mackenzie Catton at mackenzie@gtcys.org (Note: applicants must apply through the listed GTCYS email address and not through this job posting website). The hiring process may include a screening call, along with Zoom and in-person interviews.·
Cover letter describing how your professional experience and skills align with this role·
Resume·
Portfolio of work, including 3-5 writing and graphic design samples, and 1-2 video samples (can share online portfolio if desired)·
Three professional references
#J-18808-Ljbffr