Marketing and Programs Coordinator

Together SC; Lancaster, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $16–$20

14 days PTO

13 paid holidays

Flexible work schedule

QSEHRA in lieu of health benefits

PTO for 30+ hours

Job summary

Arts Lancaster is seeking a Marketing and Programs Coordinator to drive marketing and promotional activities, support educational and community programs, and assist our Development and Executive Directors with outreach efforts.

You will develop campaigns, manage social media and website updates, and help create engaging stories that strengthen the arts presence in Lancaster County. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, with some evening or weekend work for events.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in marketing or related role.
• Strong project management with deadline focus.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for conferences (2–4 per year).
• Committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing plans and branding strategies.
• Manage social media, graphic design, and website updates.
• Create engaging stories for community outreach and PR opportunities.
• Plan and execute campaigns with staff, targeting informed engagement.
• Maintain visual media inventories and support program execution.
• Build relationships with local businesses, artists, and educational partners.

Skills

Marketing experience

Project management

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Position: Marketing and Programs Coordinator

Reports To: Executive Director

Who We Are

Arts Lancaster (formerly the Lancaster County Council of the Arts), a non-profit founded in 1977, is instrumental in empowering the arts to reach people where they are. We are changing the landscape of our county through public art, advocacy for our community artists, and arts education for young and old. We are a leader in revitalizing our downtown corridor, supporting growth in the fastest growing areas of our county, and ensuring all people are uplifted through the power of the arts. We believe the arts are a vital part of our lives. Through the arts we not only experience beauty, but we can teach thoughtful problem solving, appreciation of diversity in our community, and build strong, lasting relationships amongst residents. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to enrich the quality of life in Lancaster County by building vibrant and inclusive communities connecting arts, culture, education and economic vitality. Our staff is small, but mighty. We are a team of 6, young (but well experienced) leaders in the arts that are passionate about our work and know our strength lies in our collaboration and uplifting of one another. Join our stellar team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service.

What You'll Do

This administrative professional is responsible for forwarding the educational, economic and social mission of the arts in our community via marketing and promotion strategies (branding, social media, graphic design, website updates, etc.), assisting the Education Director with program execution including functional components of community programs and projects, and assisting Development Director and Executive Director with public relations opportunities and initiatives.

How You'll Do It

• Organizes and executes marketing plans to accomplish objectives on schedule and within an established budget, approved by the Executive Director.
• Observes and analyzes new trends and competitive activities to seek out innovative ways to build the Arts Lancaster 'brand'. Responsible for implementation of approved recommendations.
• Oversees the creation of engaging stories to publish on the Arts Lancaster digital platforms to secure community engagement through publishing our 'story'. Content must be engaging, relevant, motivational and/or invites participation.
• Works with staff to plan, produce and execute impactful campaigns using new and existing social media platforms to grow Arts Lancaster's online engagement metrics, through the development of collateral materials for programs and projects, and the production of video and photography for digital/print content.
• Maintain website development and inventory of visual media for use in social platforms.
• Assist in the coordination of designated program or project to ensure that goals are accomplished within prescribed timeframe and funding parameters.
• Attends and/or assists in the facilitation of community arts events.
• Develop and maintain key relationships establishing a community presence with local businesses, artists, civic organizations, funding sources, and educational partners to strengthen the mission and provide a consistent message of the value of the arts and Arts Lancaster's work in the community.

About You!

You’ll be successful in this role if you:

• You have 2+ years of increasing responsibility in a marketing role
• Project management skills with a focus on meeting deadlines
• Are an exceptional and persuasive communicator in writing and verbally
• Have flexibility and adaptability in work style and schedule, including some evening or weekend time during events
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience
• Have the ability to travel occasionally to conferences and other professional development opportunities throughout the year (typically 2-4 conferences)
• Demonstrate a commitment to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion in your leadership.
• Display a deep belief in our mission and root your work in our core values.
• Ability to prove eligibility to work legally in the U.S. and that you are at least 18 years of age.

Bonus Points if you:

• Have experience in the arts
• Have a high degree of comfort with unanticipated possibilities of a project as it unfolds
• Have experience working in growth phases of organizations

What We Offer:

• This is a full-time, hourly position. The pay range for this position is $16 - $20 per hour.
• Full-time benefits include 14 days paid time-off, 13 paid holidays, & a flexible work schedule.
• We offer a QSEHRA in lieu of health benefits to all full-time qualified employees
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits for regular employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week
• We offer an exciting and dynamic culture, and we are committed to investing in and supporting our amazing people to grow their careers with us.

The other things you need to know:

• This role is an in-person role reporting to the Lancaster, SC office Monday - Friday each week.
• Travel: Occasional travel within the community for events, programs, etc. This position may also involve occasional travel to conferences and professional development as mentioned.

What’s Next?

If you are interested in joining the Arts Lancaster team, please submit a detailed cover letter highlighting your qualifications and experiences for the position and how your skills and commitment align with the position description along with a current resume.

Cover Letter and Resume should be emailed to: [e-mail]

Please put "Marketing Coordinator" in the subject line of your email.

Arts Lancaster is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strongly encourages women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans to apply. Arts Lancaster is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic not relevant to the posted position.