Hybrid Part-Time Marketing & Communications Specialist

Exploreelginarea; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra is seeking a Marketing Communications Assistant to support the Executive Director in raising awareness and enrollment. The role requires self-direction, strong writing skills, and comfort with CRM, email marketing, web analytics, and digital advertising. Experience or interest in classical music is a plus.

The position is exempt, approx. 25 hours per week, hybrid remote with some onsite work at ECC in Elgin, with evenings and Sundays during EYSO seasons.

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing, communications, public relations or related.
• Strong written and verbal communication; Spanish proficiency valued.
• Self-directed with ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities.
• Experience with (or willingness to learn) email marketing systems, CMS, Meta Ads, Google Analytics/Advertising, and CRM software.
• Knowledge of classical music or performing arts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write, produce, and distribute all external email communications, adjusting content and strategy based on performance.
• Develop social media content and manage publication for Facebook, Instagram, and other channels.
• Manage digital advertising on Meta Advertising (Facebook/Instagram) and Google Ads.
• Maintain EYSO website information and track key engagement metrics in Google Analytics.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to write and distribute press materials to local, regional, and national media.
• Proofread concert program books and assist with collection of program materials.
• Assist in development of posters, postcards, and brochures.
• Assist the Executive Director in preparing marketing performance reports for the Board and Awareness Committee.
• Assist in front-of-house for EYSO concerts and select events.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-directed

Multitasking

Spanish proficiency

Tools

Email marketing systems

CMS

Meta Advertising

Google Analytics

CRM software

Job description

Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra is seeking a Marketing Communications Assistant to support the Executive Director in raising awareness and enrollment. The role requires self-direction, strong writing skills, and comfort with CRM, email marketing, web analytics, and digital advertising. Experience or interest in classical music is a plus.

The position is exempt, approx. 25 hours per week, hybrid remote with some onsite work at ECC in Elgin, with evenings and Sundays during EYSO seasons.