Job Status: Regular full-time
Hours and Days: 35 hours per week, M–F (some evenings and weekends are required)
Salary Range: $45,000–$55,000 dependant on experience
Benefits: Health, dental, pension
Deadline for Applications: 22 November 2021
Target Start Date: 15 December 2021
If you are someone who is passionate about contemporary art and committed to working collaboratively in an environment that supports diversity and inclusion, Oakville Galleries is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager. Individuals who identify as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing & Communications Manager will be responsible for overseeing and assisting with a range of activities that will support the Galleries’ exhibitions, educational, and outreach programming that include but are not limited to:
- Managing, updating and maintaining Oakville Galleries website, including supporting the development and promotion of digital content
- Preparing all promotional and educational materials for exhibitions and public programming from signage to visitor guides, in collaboration with curatorial and education staff
- Developing and producing social media campaigns to reach local, regional and national audiences and to encourage visitors
- Developing marketing materials to increase and maintain membership
- Collaborating with the fundraising team to market and communicate events and opportunities
- Leading and managing media relations
- Other duties as assigned
The Marketing & Communications Manager will also work alongside the Executive Director (ED), board members, volunteer committees, and various community partners and stakeholders to execute these goals.
Requirements:
- BA in Communications or a specialization in Marketing is preferred, a BA in Art, Art History or a related field such as Graphic Design, is an asset
- A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience with communications and marketing in the cultural or non-profit sector
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience with web content management systems, virtual event platforms and online registration systems
- Demonstrated skill in managing social media accounts, especially Instagram
- Familiarity with email marketing platforms (Constant Contact, MailChimp, etc.)
- Graphic design knowledge and capability
- Experience in media relations
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including patrons, donors, members, visitors
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse array of organizations and individuals
- Experience working with Boards and organizational committees
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) would be considered an asset
- Experience with a CRM database would be considered an asset
To apply for this position, please forward a cover letter and CV to [email protected] by November 22, 2021 at 11:59 pm.
