Digital Communications Associate (LF)

Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation is seeking a Digital Communications Associate to manage day-to-day posting and content production for Levitt Foundation’s social channels and blogs. You will craft engaging content, support national and LA-specific sites, and contribute multimedia graphics.

You will develop an editorial calendar, monitor analytics, and assist in email campaigns, ads, and cross-promotional efforts to expand Levitt’s reach nationwide.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional experience in social media and/or digital communications.
• Proficient with major social media platforms and content strategy.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new tools quickly and think creatively.
• Understanding of basic graphic design principles with experience in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop; Illustrator a plus.
• Proficient in video editing and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing social media strategies to promote Levitt’s mission across national platforms.
• Produce and update content for national Levitt websites and Levitt Los Angeles.
• Create engaging eblasts and e-news for Levitt Foundation and Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles.
• Develop and maintain a social media editorial calendar.
• Track social media metrics and Google Analytics; produce monthly reports.

Skills

Social media experience

Writing & proofreading

Organization

Attention to detail

Creative thinking

Analytical thinking

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Video editing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation is a national creative placemaking funder that exists to strengthen the social fabric of America. We empower communities to transform underused outdoor spaces into welcoming destinations where the power of free, live music brings people together and invigorates community life.

The Levitt Foundation realizes its mission of community through music through two main programs: permanent outdoor Levitt music venues and the Levitt AMP [Your City] Grant Awards, an annual grants competition. In 2019, more than 550 free Levitt concerts will be presented in 26 towns and cities across America, serving more than 750,000 people.

Permanent Levitt venues are located in cities as diverse as Los Angeles; Denver; Westport, Connecticut; Dayton, Ohio; Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; Memphis; and Arlington, Texas. Each permanent Levitt venue is programmed, managed and supported by its own 501(c)(3) Friends ofLevitt nonprofit organization (with Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles run by the Foundation), and each presents 50 free concerts every year. Due to accelerating interest from cities and engaged citizens, the Levitt network is growing. Developing Levitt locations across the country include Sioux Falls (opening 2019), San Jose and Fort Lauderdale, among other cities.

This year, 18 small to mid-sized towns and cities will present free Levitt concerts through the Levitt AMP Music Series. 2019 locations include Sheboygan, Wis.; Utica, N.Y.; Carson City, Nev.; and Middlesboro, Ky., to name a few. Each Levitt AMP winner will present 10 free concerts in a reimagined public space beginning this spring and continuing through the fall.

All Levitt concerts feature acclaimed, emerging talent to seasoned, award-winning artists in a broad range of music genres. Levitt’s family-friendly vibe and open green spaces attract people of all ages and backgrounds. Friends, neighbors, as well as those whose paths might not cross otherwise, gather to relax on the lawn or dance to the music. As an example of the high caliber talent presented across the Levitt network, the 2019 GRAMMY nominees included 17 artists who have performed on Levitt stages in recent years.

To learn more about the national Levitt Foundation, visit levitt.org .

Position Summary

The Digital Communications Associate oversees the day-to-day scheduling and posting of content on the Levitt Foundation’s various social media channels and tracks and monitors results. The Digital Communications Associate also writes for the Levitt blog, produces and updates content for national Levitt websites and Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles, creates short multimedia videos, and designs graphics for eblasts and other collateral materials. This is a full- time, non-exempt position that provides daily support to the Senior Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives.

• Assist the Senior Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives in the execution of social media strategies to promote awareness of Levitt’s mission, as it pertains to both the Levitt Foundation and Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles---including daily updates to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.; write and develop engaging, daily content that leads to measurable results; create compelling, branded graphics to accompany posts; push digital ads with impactful placement strategy and highly visible engagement
• Support the Senior Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives and Director of Marketing & Communications (Levitt LA) in producing and updating content for national Levitt websites and Levitt Los Angeles website, ensuring new and consistent information is posted regularly to drive website traffic
• Assist in the creative and written development of eblasts and e-news for both the Levitt Foundation and Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles
• Explore marketing and cross-promotional opportunities within programming and production for Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles
• Develop and maintain an ongoing social media editorial calendar
• Track and measure social media metrics as well as Google Analytics for national Levitt websites as well as Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles website to understand effectiveness of penetration and impact
• Create monthly reports based on social media metrics and Google Analytics to draw insights from interactions and engagement
• Create and track Google ads through AdWords to help drive traffic to national Levitt websites
• Coordinate nationally‑focused social media campaigns with multiple stakeholders to support the Levitt Foundation and the national network of Levitt music venues and Levitt AMP concert sites
• Create lively and engaging content on the Levitt Foundation blog, reVerb, and the Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles blog, contributing to both at least once a week
• Create short multimedia videos to promote concert seasons, the Levitt National Tour, Levitt AMP program, and #musicmoves campaign via social media
• Monitor trends in social media tools, applications, channels and design and develop strategies accordingly
• Develop relationships with influential audiences/influencers via social media
• Assist in the execution of Levitt’s overall communications efforts
• Serve as a Levitt ambassador at events on occasional nights and weekends, including, but not limited to, benefits, concerts, conferences and cultivation events
• Perform other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional experience in social media and/or digital communications
• Possess in-depth understanding and experience with various social media platforms
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills for all types of social media platforms
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good technical understanding with ability to learn and use new social media tools quickly
• Strong creative thinking skills as shown through approach to various social media platforms
• Innovative and critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of basic graphic design principles with experience in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop in a Mac environment; experience in Illustrator, a plus
• Proficient in video editing software, a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and use of the Internet as a research tool High degree of initiative and entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a national team
• Experience and skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment, without loss of attention to detail
• Passion for and commitment to Levitt Foundation’s mission
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Levitt Foundation offers a dynamic work environment and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and other benefits. EEO/AAW employer.