Overview
About Us: The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center is dedicated to fostering a vibrant cultural community by providing a platform for diverse artistic expressions in the form of live music, comedy, film, and arts education. We are committed to enriching the lives of our audiences and supporting local artists.
Position Overview: We are seeking a talented and passionate Marketing Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of social media platforms and trends, excellent communication skills, and a creative flair for content creation. As a Marketing Assistant, you will play a key role in promoting our events, engaging with our audience, and enhancing our online presence.
Responsibilities:
Under the purview of the Executive Director and Director of Marketing, the ideal candidate will:
– Create engaging and visually appealing content for our social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
– Develop and implement social media strategies to increase brand awareness, drive ticket sales and class registrations, while promoting our mission.
– Schedule and publish content across all platforms, ensuring consistency in messaging and branding.
– Monitor social media channels for trends, comments, and messages, and respond promptly to inquiries and feedback.
– Ensure comprehensive coverage of performances and special events.
– Analyze social media metrics and provide regular reports on performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
– Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices, and incorporate them into our strategy.
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
– Proven experience managing or assisting in social media accounts for organizations or brands, preferably in the arts or entertainment industry.
– Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and storytelling.
– Proficiency in social media management tools such as Meta Business Suite
– Experience with graphic design and video editing tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or Final Cut Pro is a plus.
– Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
– Passion for the performing arts and a commitment to our nonprofit mission.
Pay range: $23-25. This is a part-time position with flexible hours between Wednesday-Sunday, including nights, and may become a permanent full-time position.
Deadline for Application: May 1
The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.