Theatre Community Engagement & Events Lead

Jersey Digs; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) seeks a part-time Community Engagement Coordinator in the Marketing department to connect the theatre with the surrounding community through partnerships, events, and outreach initiatives. The role starts in November 2026 and offers 15–25 hrs per week.

You will plan on-site and off-site events, nurture relationships with local organizations, and coordinate programs that broaden access to the arts while promoting STNJ productions and merchandise.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent writing skills, including spelling and grammar.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience coordinating events or community programs preferred.
• Experience with Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the theatre’s participation in community events and outreach programs.
• Manage partnerships with local organizations and libraries.
• Coordinate artist contracts, exhibitions, and load-in/logistics for galleries.
• Develop partnerships with local restaurants for patron discounts and catering.
• Promote productions, merchandise, and remote ticket sales when permitted.

Skills

Org & project mgmt

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Event coordination experience

Google Workspace

Tools

Spektrix

Job description

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) seeks a part-time Community Engagement Coordinator in the Marketing department to connect the theatre with the surrounding community through partnerships, events, and outreach initiatives. The role starts in November 2026 and offers 15–25 hrs per week.

You will plan on-site and off-site events, nurture relationships with local organizations, and coordinate programs that broaden access to the arts while promoting STNJ productions and merchandise.