Download PR and Social Media Assistant

San Jose Museum of Art
Job Description
Job Title:
PR and Social Media Assistant
Department: Marketing
Reports to:
Director of Marketing and Communications
Status:
Part-time, non-exempt
Summary Job Description: Executes SJMA’s social media strategy, supports the
director of marketing and communications and marketing department, and supports
SJMA’s public relations, and community outreach activities.
Responsibilities:
 Implementing social media communications in keeping with the Museum’s overall
social media plan; planning, creating, and developing social media content
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Maintaining and researching the Museum’s press lists; updating online events
calendars and other websites with Museum’s information
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Writing and distributing press releases on Museum’s public programs as
assigned; serving as a point of contact for media requests, and greeting
journalists onsite
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Pursuing community outreach opportunities, including representing the Museum at
local trade shows, fairs, farmers markets, and business and community events
and meetings
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Distributing Museum’s marketing collateral (posters, postcards, etc.)
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Copywriting for print and digital media as assigned
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Tracking of various marketing and communications metrics, including attendance,
visitor surveys, audience research, and media reports.
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Assisting in the organization of marketing events, including press previews and
after-hours programs
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Providing administrative support to the director of marketing and the threeperson marketing and communications team
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Other duties as assigned
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Minimum Qualifications:
 B.A. in communications, creative writing, journalism, or related field
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Minimum 1-2 years of experience in communications, social media, marketing,
public relations, or related field
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Familiarity and experience with social media and online communications
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Excellent writing ability
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Organization and attention to detail
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Comfort and facility with person-to-person interaction
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Face-to-face communication and customer service skills
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with deadlines
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Experience with a wide range of software and web-based tools, and a
demonstrated ability to keep abreast of, learn, and adapt to new technology
and communications tools
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Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin language skills a plus
Special Requirements: Flexible schedule; some nights and weekends required.
How do I apply?
If interested, please submit the following application materials:
a Cover Letter (specifically state how your skills and interests relate to the
position),
 a Résumé,
 a SJMA Employment Application.
 Writing sample
To apply electronically
Please submit required application materials to:
[email protected]
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Subject Line: SJMA Employment | PR and Social Media Assistant Position
To apply by mail
Please submit required application materials to:
Human Resources Department
San Jose Museum of Art
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110 South Market Street
San Jose, CA 95113
Attn: SJMA Employment | PR and Marketing Assistant Position
Notes
Application deadline is 12pm on Wednesday, March 8, 2017.
Due to the high volume of interest, regrettably, we cannot respond to individual
applicants. If you are selected as a potential candidate, SJMA will contact you to
schedule an interview.
No phone calls, please.
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