Strategic Communications & Social Media Coordinator

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Philly; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support organic social media, public relations activities, and institutional communications. You will draft media materials, conduct targeted media outreach, and help manage press lists, write blog content, and coordinate broadcast partnerships.

As part of the Communications team, you will assist with newsletters, internal communications, and event coverage, ensuring timely execution of multiple recurring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, or related field preferred.
• Experience creating and publishing content on social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn).
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with basic media relations knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Execute organic social media activities, maintain content calendar, draft captions, schedule posts.
• Capture in-the-moment content at concerts/events (iPhone).
• Draft and publish press releases and media alerts; support media outreach.
• Coordinate logistics for broadcast partnerships and maintain press lists and media credentials.
• Provide admin support for internal communications and newsletters.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of communications interns.

Skills

Social media management

Writing

Organization

Time management

MS Office

Graphic design basics

Video editing basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/public relations

Tools

DAM

Job description

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support organic social media, public relations activities, and institutional communications. You will draft media materials, conduct targeted media outreach, and help manage press lists, write blog content, and coordinate broadcast partnerships.

As part of the Communications team, you will assist with newsletters, internal communications, and event coverage, ensuring timely execution of multiple recurring