Communications Manager | Austin, TX

Texas Association of Museums; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neill-Cochran House Museum is seeking a Communications Manager to act as the voice of the Museum and front-line visitor contact. The role requires on-site presence during open hours and occasional evening events, with flexible start dates in June 2026.

You will update the website, grow Instagram and Facebook presence, craft newsletters and media advisories, and coordinate donor communications. A strong writing background and entrepreneurial spirit are essential for advancing the Museum's

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Humanities.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Experience with social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.
• Experience with Constant Contact.
• Willingness regularly to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Update Museum website and regularly post on social media
• Grow social media presence across Instagram and Facebook
• Prepare and send emails to Museum community including newsletters, event notifications, and email reminders
• Notify and build relationships with local media, including preparing and sending out media advisories
• Communicate with donors and members by email, mail and telephone
• Serve as first point of contact for Museum visitors
• Provide guided tours as arranged in advance
• Assist with special events as required

Skills

Strong written communication

Social media management

Administrative skills

Public tours

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Humanities

Master’s Degree in Museum Studies, History, or Historic Preservation

Tools

Constant Contact

CRM platform

Job description

Start Date: Flexible, Early - Late June 2026

Application Deadline: May 22, 2026

Hours: 10:00-4:30PM Wednesday-Sunday, with some evening availability

The Neill-Cochran House Museum seeks a museum professional with strong communication skills to serve as Communications Manager. Strong candidates will have solid administrative and writing skills and an entrepreneurial spirit to help the Museum reach its next level of excellence. This job requires flexibility in work schedule. The Museum is open to the public Wednesday-Sunday 11AM-4PM. The Communications Manager will be “the voice of the Museum,” as well as the front-line visitor service staff member, and will therefore need to be on site during all open hours. The position also involves frequent evening events.

Job Requirements

• Update Museum website and regularly post on social media
• Grow social media presence across Instagram and Facebook
• Prepare and send emails to Museum community including newsletters, event notifications, and email reminders
• Notify and build relationships with local media, including preparing and sending out media advisories
• Communicate with donors and members by email, mail and telephone
• Serve as first point of contact for Museum visitors
• Provide guided tours as arranged in advance
• Assist with special events as required

Primary Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Humanities
• Strong written communication skills
• Experience with social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram
• Experience with Constant Contact
• Willingness regularly to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Museum Studies, History, or Historic Preservation
• Experience with membership management/CRM platform
• 2+ years museum experience
• Graphic design experience
• Experience with marketing
• Experience communicating with local media

About the Neill-Cochran House Museum:

The Neill-Cochran House Museum is home to two of the oldest structures standing in Austin – the main house and Slave Quarters - and just a short walk to the west of the UT campus. The site presents installations related to the history of Austin from its earliest days up to 1930 as well as temporary exhibits that relate to its interpretive period (1850-1930). We are an independent non-profit with a strong entrepreneurial culture.

Candidates are encouraged to pursue meaningful and impactful projects to strengthen their portfolios.

The Neill-Cochran House Museum is an equal opportunity employer.