JOB (EDMONTON): Communications and Marketing Coordinator – Theatre Alberta

Theatre Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial arts service organization in Edmonton is seeking a Communications and Marketing Coordinator to lead communications and promotional activities. The ideal candidate should have excellent written skills, be experienced with social media, and possess strong computer skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of $33,000 - $35,000 and includes some evening/weekend hours and travel.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable and passionate about theatre.
• Experience in the not-for-profit sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a communications plan.
• Manage marketing for various programs and promote the organization.
• Create and publish the monthly e-newsletter Theatre Buzz.
• Oversee the annual listing of Alberta's theatre season, The Playbill.
• Manage website and online resource sharing services.
• Engage in social media and blogging activities.
• Liaise with advertisers, graphic designers, and printers.
• Contribute to the overall strategic mission of Theatre Alberta.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Experience with social media

Excellent computer/software skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in theatre/drama

Tools

WordPress

HTML coding

Job description

Communications and Marketing Coordinator – Theatre Alberta

Theatre Alberta is a provincial arts service organization and registered charity that proudly represents more than 1,000 theatre artists, enthusiasts, students, educators, and community and professional theatre companies from across the province. We are dedicated to encouraging the growth of theatre in Alberta by providing the highest quality programs and services:

• workshops and camps for teens and adults, urban and rural
• Canada’s largest independent fully-circulating theatre library
• online resource sharing services for auditions, employment, and productions
• theatre news, publications, and advocacy

We require a highly motivated and creative Communications and Marketing Coordinator who will be responsible for leading the organization’s communications and promotional activities including, but not limited to:

• the development, execution, and evaluation of a communications plan, including a social media strategy
• marketing for Theatre Alberta’s various programs and services, and promotion of the organization in general
• the creation and publication of Theatre Buzz, a monthly e‑newsletter
• the creation and publication of The Playbill, an annual listing of Alberta’s theatre season
• management of website and online resource sharing services which includes audition, employment, and other related opportunities
• social media and blogging activities
• liaison with Theatre Alberta’s advertisers, graphic designers, printers, and other suppliers and supporters
• participation in Theatre Alberta’s overall strategic mission and direction

Applicants should be knowledgeable and passionate about theatre, enjoy dealing with people, and able to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent computer/software skills with web and social media experience, as well as exceptional written communication skills, are required. Previous work in the not‑for‑profit sector, a post‑secondary degree or diploma in theatre/drama, and familiarity with WordPress and/or html coding will be considered assets.

This is a full‑time position with benefits located in Edmonton. Due to the nature of Theatre Alberta’s work and programs, some evening/weekend hours and travel may be required. Our office environment is pleasant and supportive with some degree of flexibility. Position to commence October 5, 2015. Salary range $33,000 – $35,000.

By September 8, 2015, please forward your resume with a letter highlighting your interest and qualifications to Keri Mitchell, Executive Director. [e-mail]

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