The Director, Communications sets and guides the strategy for all AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) and Center for Housing and Health (CHH) communications in collaboration with AFC leadership, including but not limited to, digital media, public relations, messaging, annual reports, strategic communication and collateral development to consistently articulate AFC and CHH’s missions, visions and connect with key audiences. This includes programmatic, policy, fundraising, organizational-wide communications, among other areas. This role leads an editorial, digital and design team at AFC that produces a variety of award-winning communications to publicize AFC’s work and impact. This leader pursues opportunities to build relationships between AFC and strategic partners to create collaborative strength to achieve health equity and justice. They also provide occasional capacity-building, training and thought-leadership to organizations.
The salary range for this role is $66,000 to $77,700.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, implement, and evaluate campaign strategy to connect with the organization's audiences, in collaboration with AFC’s leadership team and constituents
• Lead and supervise a four-person Communications team
• Implement and oversee communication strategies to advance AFC’s policy, development, and programmatic goals from branding and marketing to social media/marketing campaigns with a focus on AFC’s priority communities (communities most impacted by HIV)
• Maintain AFC’s brand standards and organizational identity
• Oversee and contribute to the conceptualization and creation of influential and compelling content (written, designed, video, etc.) that convey the impact of AFC’s work
• Interview individuals and attend meetings to obtain information and data, verify facts, research, or seek technical advice
• Manage numerous deadline-driven projects simultaneously, at varying stages of production
• Draft articles, edits, and proofreads the final drafts; authenticates and corrects data
• Oversee design, videography, and photography projects
• Serve as project manager and executive editor on production of AFC’s print and electronic newsletters, annual report, and direct mail letters
• Oversee content updates on AFC websites as well as the agency’s social media accounts
• Oversee updates made to AFC and CHH’s websites
• Oversee development and maintenance of AFC’s branding and style guides
• Seek guidance for complex problems from the Chief Officer of External Relations and the President/CEO
• Independently work on other projects or assignments that present AFC’s work via print and Web venues
• Provides communications leadership and guidance with HIV related work throughout the state of Illinois
• Serving as the primary relationship manager between 10+ different teams including the Center for Housing and Health
• Develop workflows and best practices around communications operations and executing creative work
• Primary manager of vendor relationships including creative and other services
• Builds relationships with stakeholders at AFC current or prospective partner organizations in order to strengthen ties, build collaborative opportunities, and mobilize communities
• Serves as a thought leader and strategist within the digital marketing and communications realm at organization-wide, local and/or national levels
• Support the implementation and communication about AFC’s Race Equity Action Plan
• Provides guidance and direction to AFC departments, project leads and Senior Leadership Team related to digital marketing and engagement, and community engagement overall
Staff Supervision
• Hire, train, mentor and supervise assigned staff; including assisting with recruitment, selection, scheduling and job assignments, mentoring/coaching, staff development and training, performance evaluation, and recommending salary, disciplinary and other personnel actions in accord with personnel procedures
• Provide professional development opportunities and guidance to each team member to strengthen their skill sets and job satisfaction
• Meet regularly with assigned staff to identify priorities, discuss strategies, and review ongoing projects
Other
• Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, World of Chocolate and others
• Assist with other AFC activities as requested
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Graphic Design Specialist, Digital Communications Specialist, Communications Manager and indirectly Policy Communications Specialists and interns.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
• A Master’s Degree with 7 years of experience, a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism or Communications with at least 8 years of communications leadership/management experience,
• or high school diploma with 10 years of experience, ideally in an “in-house” leadership role (manager of multiple full-time staff members) within a complex (number and variety of constituents and departments) nonprofit entity.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with presentation skills
• Solid ability to prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage resources so that work
• objectives are accomplished efficiently, in addition to having strong time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out
• Strong coaching and development skills as a supervisor of multiple individuals including the ability to train, coach, and develop employees
• Strong leadership skills working with Senior Leadership Teams, Boards and Committees
• Digital organizing and community mobilization skills
• Understanding of communications innovations, particularly on the digital front
• Understanding of policy, advocacy, programmatic work and revenue generation
• Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships internally and externally
• Ability to effectively, accurately, and articulately present AFC information and respond to questions from groups of funders, staff, and the general public on a variety of issues related to agency programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting issues on a system basis, and the ability to effectively manage multiple funding areas.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20-25 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Jun 27, 2023
Full time
The Director, Communications sets and guides the strategy for all AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) and Center for Housing and Health (CHH) communications in collaboration with AFC leadership, including but not limited to, digital media, public relations, messaging, annual reports, strategic communication and collateral development to consistently articulate AFC and CHH’s missions, visions and connect with key audiences. This includes programmatic, policy, fundraising, organizational-wide communications, among other areas. This role leads an editorial, digital and design team at AFC that produces a variety of award-winning communications to publicize AFC’s work and impact. This leader pursues opportunities to build relationships between AFC and strategic partners to create collaborative strength to achieve health equity and justice. They also provide occasional capacity-building, training and thought-leadership to organizations.
The salary range for this role is $66,000 to $77,700.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, implement, and evaluate campaign strategy to connect with the organization's audiences, in collaboration with AFC’s leadership team and constituents
• Lead and supervise a four-person Communications team
• Implement and oversee communication strategies to advance AFC’s policy, development, and programmatic goals from branding and marketing to social media/marketing campaigns with a focus on AFC’s priority communities (communities most impacted by HIV)
• Maintain AFC’s brand standards and organizational identity
• Oversee and contribute to the conceptualization and creation of influential and compelling content (written, designed, video, etc.) that convey the impact of AFC’s work
• Interview individuals and attend meetings to obtain information and data, verify facts, research, or seek technical advice
• Manage numerous deadline-driven projects simultaneously, at varying stages of production
• Draft articles, edits, and proofreads the final drafts; authenticates and corrects data
• Oversee design, videography, and photography projects
• Serve as project manager and executive editor on production of AFC’s print and electronic newsletters, annual report, and direct mail letters
• Oversee content updates on AFC websites as well as the agency’s social media accounts
• Oversee updates made to AFC and CHH’s websites
• Oversee development and maintenance of AFC’s branding and style guides
• Seek guidance for complex problems from the Chief Officer of External Relations and the President/CEO
• Independently work on other projects or assignments that present AFC’s work via print and Web venues
• Provides communications leadership and guidance with HIV related work throughout the state of Illinois
• Serving as the primary relationship manager between 10+ different teams including the Center for Housing and Health
• Develop workflows and best practices around communications operations and executing creative work
• Primary manager of vendor relationships including creative and other services
• Builds relationships with stakeholders at AFC current or prospective partner organizations in order to strengthen ties, build collaborative opportunities, and mobilize communities
• Serves as a thought leader and strategist within the digital marketing and communications realm at organization-wide, local and/or national levels
• Support the implementation and communication about AFC’s Race Equity Action Plan
• Provides guidance and direction to AFC departments, project leads and Senior Leadership Team related to digital marketing and engagement, and community engagement overall
Staff Supervision
• Hire, train, mentor and supervise assigned staff; including assisting with recruitment, selection, scheduling and job assignments, mentoring/coaching, staff development and training, performance evaluation, and recommending salary, disciplinary and other personnel actions in accord with personnel procedures
• Provide professional development opportunities and guidance to each team member to strengthen their skill sets and job satisfaction
• Meet regularly with assigned staff to identify priorities, discuss strategies, and review ongoing projects
Other
• Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, World of Chocolate and others
• Assist with other AFC activities as requested
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Graphic Design Specialist, Digital Communications Specialist, Communications Manager and indirectly Policy Communications Specialists and interns.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
• A Master’s Degree with 7 years of experience, a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism or Communications with at least 8 years of communications leadership/management experience,
• or high school diploma with 10 years of experience, ideally in an “in-house” leadership role (manager of multiple full-time staff members) within a complex (number and variety of constituents and departments) nonprofit entity.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with presentation skills
• Solid ability to prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage resources so that work
• objectives are accomplished efficiently, in addition to having strong time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out
• Strong coaching and development skills as a supervisor of multiple individuals including the ability to train, coach, and develop employees
• Strong leadership skills working with Senior Leadership Teams, Boards and Committees
• Digital organizing and community mobilization skills
• Understanding of communications innovations, particularly on the digital front
• Understanding of policy, advocacy, programmatic work and revenue generation
• Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships internally and externally
• Ability to effectively, accurately, and articulately present AFC information and respond to questions from groups of funders, staff, and the general public on a variety of issues related to agency programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting issues on a system basis, and the ability to effectively manage multiple funding areas.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20-25 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Global Arts Live, a nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA, brings international music, contemporary dance, and jazz from around the world to stages across Greater Boston. We invest in longstanding relationships with artists, support them with commissions, develop audiences for their work, and create connections to under-represented immigrant populations and communities of color in our region. Since inception, Global Arts Live has presented more than 800 artists from 70+ countries in over 1,500 performances attended by more than 1 million people. With an artistic vision focused on cultural diversity, many of our artistic projects express universal themes of identity, immigration, heritage, and inclusion. We aspire to transcend borders, cultivate community, and enrich lives.
After the completion of a successful strategic plan and rebranding campaign, Global Arts Live is ushering in a new phase of growth and innovation, including a partnership to create a new cultural arts center in Kendall Square, Cambridge, scheduled to open in 2026.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Public Relations, the Multimedia Graphic Designer will work closely with the marketing and development teams to develop and execute the overall visual strategy for Global Arts Live. The Multimedia Graphic Designer should offer ideas and creative solutions that engage, attract, and promote Global Arts Live programming and institutional messaging—driving web traffic and ticket sales and communicating our nonprofit mission based on a set of established brand guidelines. Leading candidates will have a sense of adventure, appreciation for the arts, and the ability to work well within a small organization.
This position offers exposure to all areas of design—and the opportunity to experience incredible art from around the world.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop creative concept, layout, and design of print communications including postcards, brochures, ads, programs, banners, invitations, fundraising appeals
Create eye-catching, interactive multimedia content to market individual concerts, season wide programming, festival, and multi-night programming
Produce graphics and animations for social media and other digital platforms
Build email newsletters and email marketing campaigns
Maintain media archives
Educate all staff in adherence to brand standards
Manage relationships with print vendors including soliciting quotes, communicating print specs, and managing the print and proofing process
Take photographs, videos, and livestreams of events (camera provided)
Serve as thought partner and editor on other communications-related tasks
Provide support for internal and external events
Perform other duties, as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
BFA in graphic design or related field, or a minimum of 2 years experience
Demonstrable skills and talent in graphic design
Expert use of industry-standard graphic design software programs including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Experience using After Effects for video creation from conceptualization and editing to mixing and finalizing
Expert knowledge on various file types (PNG, JPG, GIF, MOV, MP4, PDF) and creating Adobe project packages
Current knowledge of trends and analytics in social media
Videography/photography skills
Working knowledge of HTML/CSS
Meticulous attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with often aggressive deadlines, highly organized
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with non-traditional workplace experience and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture, returning to work after a gap in employment, or ready to take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to consider your application. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your experience and what you hope to bring to this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Global Arts Live offices are located at 720 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, and concerts are currently held at different locations in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.
Work is generally performed in the office and at events, with flexibility for working remotely.
Some night and weekend work at concert events required.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time salaried, exempt position.
$50,000-$60,000 annual salary, based upon applicant’s experience
A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
TO APPLY
Application Deadline: June 10. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible since interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Please create a single pdf with your cover letter, resume, link to online portfolio/design samples, and references. (We will give you advance notice before contacting your references.) In your cover letter please mention how you heard of this opportunity.
Email the pdf to jennifer@globalartslive.org , with “Multimedia Graphic Designer” and your Last Name, First Initial, in both the email subject line and pdf name.
All applicants will receive a request from our Business Office to participate in a two-minute demographic survey, as part of our commitment to conducting an equitable hiring process. Your responses to this survey are optional, anonymous, and will only be used to assess the aggregate diversity of our candidate pool. Responses will not be shared with the hiring manager or used to consider your job application. Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all races, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, and national origins. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
May 18, 2023
Full time
Global Arts Live, a nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA, brings international music, contemporary dance, and jazz from around the world to stages across Greater Boston. We invest in longstanding relationships with artists, support them with commissions, develop audiences for their work, and create connections to under-represented immigrant populations and communities of color in our region. Since inception, Global Arts Live has presented more than 800 artists from 70+ countries in over 1,500 performances attended by more than 1 million people. With an artistic vision focused on cultural diversity, many of our artistic projects express universal themes of identity, immigration, heritage, and inclusion. We aspire to transcend borders, cultivate community, and enrich lives.
After the completion of a successful strategic plan and rebranding campaign, Global Arts Live is ushering in a new phase of growth and innovation, including a partnership to create a new cultural arts center in Kendall Square, Cambridge, scheduled to open in 2026.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Public Relations, the Multimedia Graphic Designer will work closely with the marketing and development teams to develop and execute the overall visual strategy for Global Arts Live. The Multimedia Graphic Designer should offer ideas and creative solutions that engage, attract, and promote Global Arts Live programming and institutional messaging—driving web traffic and ticket sales and communicating our nonprofit mission based on a set of established brand guidelines. Leading candidates will have a sense of adventure, appreciation for the arts, and the ability to work well within a small organization.
This position offers exposure to all areas of design—and the opportunity to experience incredible art from around the world.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop creative concept, layout, and design of print communications including postcards, brochures, ads, programs, banners, invitations, fundraising appeals
Create eye-catching, interactive multimedia content to market individual concerts, season wide programming, festival, and multi-night programming
Produce graphics and animations for social media and other digital platforms
Build email newsletters and email marketing campaigns
Maintain media archives
Educate all staff in adherence to brand standards
Manage relationships with print vendors including soliciting quotes, communicating print specs, and managing the print and proofing process
Take photographs, videos, and livestreams of events (camera provided)
Serve as thought partner and editor on other communications-related tasks
Provide support for internal and external events
Perform other duties, as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
BFA in graphic design or related field, or a minimum of 2 years experience
Demonstrable skills and talent in graphic design
Expert use of industry-standard graphic design software programs including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Experience using After Effects for video creation from conceptualization and editing to mixing and finalizing
Expert knowledge on various file types (PNG, JPG, GIF, MOV, MP4, PDF) and creating Adobe project packages
Current knowledge of trends and analytics in social media
Videography/photography skills
Working knowledge of HTML/CSS
Meticulous attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with often aggressive deadlines, highly organized
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with non-traditional workplace experience and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture, returning to work after a gap in employment, or ready to take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to consider your application. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your experience and what you hope to bring to this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Global Arts Live offices are located at 720 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, and concerts are currently held at different locations in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.
Work is generally performed in the office and at events, with flexibility for working remotely.
Some night and weekend work at concert events required.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time salaried, exempt position.
$50,000-$60,000 annual salary, based upon applicant’s experience
A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
TO APPLY
Application Deadline: June 10. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible since interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Please create a single pdf with your cover letter, resume, link to online portfolio/design samples, and references. (We will give you advance notice before contacting your references.) In your cover letter please mention how you heard of this opportunity.
Email the pdf to jennifer@globalartslive.org , with “Multimedia Graphic Designer” and your Last Name, First Initial, in both the email subject line and pdf name.
All applicants will receive a request from our Business Office to participate in a two-minute demographic survey, as part of our commitment to conducting an equitable hiring process. Your responses to this survey are optional, anonymous, and will only be used to assess the aggregate diversity of our candidate pool. Responses will not be shared with the hiring manager or used to consider your job application. Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all races, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, and national origins. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Global Arts Live, a nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA, brings international music, contemporary dance, and jazz from around the world to stages across Greater Boston. We invest in longstanding relationships with artists, support them with commissions, develop audiences for their work, and create connections to under-represented immigrant populations and communities of color in our region. Since inception, Global Arts Live has presented more than 800 artists from 70+ countries in over 1,500 performances attended by more than 1 million people. With an artistic vision focused on cultural diversity, many of our artistic projects express universal themes of identity, immigration, heritage, and inclusion. We aspire to transcend borders, cultivate community, and enrich lives.
After the completion of a successful strategic plan and rebranding campaign, Global Arts Live is ushering in a new phase of growth and innovation, including a partnership to create a new cultural arts center in Kendall Square, Cambridge, scheduled to open in 2026.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Public Relations, the Multimedia Graphic Designer will work closely with the marketing and development teams to develop and execute the overall visual strategy for Global Arts Live. The Multimedia Graphic Designer should offer ideas and creative solutions that engage, attract, and promote Global Arts Live programming and institutional messaging—driving web traffic and ticket sales and communicating our nonprofit mission based on a set of established brand guidelines. Leading candidates will have a sense of adventure, appreciation for the arts, and the ability to work well within a small organization.
This position offers exposure to all areas of design—and the opportunity to experience incredible art from around the world.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop creative concept, layout, and design of print communications including postcards, brochures, ads, programs, banners, invitations, fundraising appeals
Create eye-catching, interactive multimedia content to market individual concerts, season wide programming, festival, and multi-night programming
Produce graphics and animations for social media and other digital platforms
Build email newsletters and email marketing campaigns
Maintain media archives
Educate all staff in adherence to brand standards
Manage relationships with print vendors including soliciting quotes, communicating print specs, and managing the print and proofing process
Take photographs, videos, and livestreams of events (camera provided)
Serve as thought partner and editor on other communications-related tasks
Provide support for internal and external events
Perform other duties, as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
BFA in graphic design or related field, or a minimum of 2 years experience
Demonstrable skills and talent in graphic design
Expert use of industry-standard graphic design software programs including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Experience using After Effects for video creation from conceptualization and editing to mixing and finalizing
Expert knowledge on various file types (PNG, JPG, GIF, MOV, MP4, PDF) and creating Adobe project packages
Current knowledge of trends and analytics in social media
Videography/photography skills
Working knowledge of HTML/CSS
Meticulous attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with often aggressive deadlines, highly organized
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with non-traditional workplace experience and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture, returning to work after a gap in employment, or ready to take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to consider your application. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your experience and what you hope to bring to this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Global Arts Live offices are located at 720 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, and concerts are currently held at different locations in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.
Work is generally performed in the office and at events, with flexibility for working remotely.
Some night and weekend work at concert events required.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time salaried, exempt position.
$50,000-$60,000 annual salary, based upon applicant’s experience
A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
TO APPLY
Application Deadline: June 10. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible since interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Please create a single pdf with your cover letter, resume, link to online portfolio/design samples, and references. (We will give you advance notice before contacting your references.) In your cover letter please mention how you heard of this opportunity.
Email the pdf to jennifer@globalartslive.org , with “Multimedia Graphic Designer” and your Last Name, First Initial, in both the email subject line and pdf name.
All applicants will receive a request from our Business Office to participate in a two-minute demographic survey, as part of our commitment to conducting an equitable hiring process. Your responses to this survey are optional, anonymous, and will only be used to assess the aggregate diversity of our candidate pool. Responses will not be shared with the hiring manager or used to consider your job application. Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all races, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, and national origins. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
May 17, 2023
Full time
Global Arts Live, a nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA, brings international music, contemporary dance, and jazz from around the world to stages across Greater Boston. We invest in longstanding relationships with artists, support them with commissions, develop audiences for their work, and create connections to under-represented immigrant populations and communities of color in our region. Since inception, Global Arts Live has presented more than 800 artists from 70+ countries in over 1,500 performances attended by more than 1 million people. With an artistic vision focused on cultural diversity, many of our artistic projects express universal themes of identity, immigration, heritage, and inclusion. We aspire to transcend borders, cultivate community, and enrich lives.
After the completion of a successful strategic plan and rebranding campaign, Global Arts Live is ushering in a new phase of growth and innovation, including a partnership to create a new cultural arts center in Kendall Square, Cambridge, scheduled to open in 2026.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Public Relations, the Multimedia Graphic Designer will work closely with the marketing and development teams to develop and execute the overall visual strategy for Global Arts Live. The Multimedia Graphic Designer should offer ideas and creative solutions that engage, attract, and promote Global Arts Live programming and institutional messaging—driving web traffic and ticket sales and communicating our nonprofit mission based on a set of established brand guidelines. Leading candidates will have a sense of adventure, appreciation for the arts, and the ability to work well within a small organization.
This position offers exposure to all areas of design—and the opportunity to experience incredible art from around the world.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop creative concept, layout, and design of print communications including postcards, brochures, ads, programs, banners, invitations, fundraising appeals
Create eye-catching, interactive multimedia content to market individual concerts, season wide programming, festival, and multi-night programming
Produce graphics and animations for social media and other digital platforms
Build email newsletters and email marketing campaigns
Maintain media archives
Educate all staff in adherence to brand standards
Manage relationships with print vendors including soliciting quotes, communicating print specs, and managing the print and proofing process
Take photographs, videos, and livestreams of events (camera provided)
Serve as thought partner and editor on other communications-related tasks
Provide support for internal and external events
Perform other duties, as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
BFA in graphic design or related field, or a minimum of 2 years experience
Demonstrable skills and talent in graphic design
Expert use of industry-standard graphic design software programs including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Experience using After Effects for video creation from conceptualization and editing to mixing and finalizing
Expert knowledge on various file types (PNG, JPG, GIF, MOV, MP4, PDF) and creating Adobe project packages
Current knowledge of trends and analytics in social media
Videography/photography skills
Working knowledge of HTML/CSS
Meticulous attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with often aggressive deadlines, highly organized
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with non-traditional workplace experience and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture, returning to work after a gap in employment, or ready to take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to consider your application. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your experience and what you hope to bring to this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Global Arts Live offices are located at 720 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, and concerts are currently held at different locations in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.
Work is generally performed in the office and at events, with flexibility for working remotely.
Some night and weekend work at concert events required.
COMPENSATION
This is a full-time salaried, exempt position.
$50,000-$60,000 annual salary, based upon applicant’s experience
A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
TO APPLY
Application Deadline: June 10. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible since interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Please create a single pdf with your cover letter, resume, link to online portfolio/design samples, and references. (We will give you advance notice before contacting your references.) In your cover letter please mention how you heard of this opportunity.
Email the pdf to jennifer@globalartslive.org , with “Multimedia Graphic Designer” and your Last Name, First Initial, in both the email subject line and pdf name.
All applicants will receive a request from our Business Office to participate in a two-minute demographic survey, as part of our commitment to conducting an equitable hiring process. Your responses to this survey are optional, anonymous, and will only be used to assess the aggregate diversity of our candidate pool. Responses will not be shared with the hiring manager or used to consider your job application. Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all races, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, and national origins. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our Vision for the Early Career Program Specialist
Making Waves Foundation is seeking a skilled professional to join their Early Career & Alumni team and assist Wave Makers and recent college graduates with career planning and support. The Early Career Program Specialist will play a crucial role in providing direct support to the department and collaborating with the Wave Makers, Alumni, Coaching team, and the Marketing & Storytelling team to promote career exposure, exploration, and experience. The ultimate goal is to establish a pathway to career opportunities and to strengthen existing partnerships that lead to internships and job opportunities. The Early Career Program Specialist will also be responsible for leading the creation of career development content for Wave Makers and Alumni.
In the initial 6-12 months, a successful candidate will have worked to enhance the career development content and increase participation in career-focused workshops, alumni career panels, and other events. They will have also collaborated with the Senior Manager of Early Career & Alumni to strengthen internal and external partnerships that promote personal and professional growth for the Wave Makers.
Our Commitment to the Early Career Program Specialist
We are proud of the above-market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. This position is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of $75,055-$101,545 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time)
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
Responsibilities
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Early Career Student & Alumni Services: Provide career advising to support student internship and job placements. (30%)
Advise students and alumni via one-on-one and/or small groups on complex career cha llenges and individual career development plans including but not limited to administering and interpreting career assessments and goal setting.
Support students with developing career-related skills via resume and cover letter writing, interview prep, internship and job search strategies, etc.
Support Wave-Makers in post-college goals through individual coaching and providing resources for topics including, but not limited to, graduate school admissions and career transitions
Provide support for alumni through presentations, workshops, seminars, group working sessions, and individual coaching
Program Implementation: Compile staff- and student-facing resources and systems to support integrated career programming. (45%)
Coordinate with Sr. Manager Early Career & Alumni to ensure smooth alumni programming (e.g., workshops, alumni panels, alumni survey,)
Coordinate, create, contribute to, and deliver professional development workshops, presentations, and materials for Coaching team
Support student and alumni engagement to inform program design (e.g., plan and prepare agendas for advisory meetings, conduct outreach)
Work collaboratively with Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy staff to ensure Wave-Makers receive excellent services
Collaborate with other staff and departments to ensure students receive comprehensive support services which may include but are not limited to: Career exploration, career readiness, and career experience
Collaborate with Marketing and Storytelling team to develop career and alumni content, event marketing, and contribute to content strategy for social media, websites, newsletters, and other channels.
Support partnership development that leads to career/internship opportunities for Wave Makers (e.g., research, scoping, implementation)
Data Organization & Administration: Implement robust early career and alumni data tracking and collection systems to inform program services. (20%)
Identify and track students who are internship and/or job ready
Develop and organize strategic outreach and communication methods
Input and organize early career/alumni survey data, pre and post event information, etc. into Salesforce
Research and compile full-time, part-time, internship, volunteer and leadership opportunities for our student job portal
Support with the creation and implementation of program-wide surveys and data collection efforts
Additional duties and responsibilities as needed
Learning & Development: Actively Engage in Continuous Improvement and Organization Processes (5%)
Prioritize Professional Growth: Research, schedule, and participate in professional development opportunities in service of their professional growth and impact on the organization
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future
Qualifications
4+ years of relevant work experience in early career, college success, alumni relations or related field
Bachelor's degree and work authorization required
Experience working directly with college students in both individual and group settings, virtually and in person, peer-to-peer or in a professional setting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize and work independently and address several challenges simultaneously
Strong computer and database skills, experience with Salesforce and Signal Vine a plus
Demonstrated proficiency and/or growth potential in key Skills for Success: Adaptability/Flexibility, Communication, Planning/Organization/Time Management/Prioritization, Problem Solving/Decision Making, Relationship Building, Self-Development, and Service Orientation
Ability to be discreet and maintain confidential information
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends events
Occasional local travel required under non-pandemic conditions
Skills You’ve Acquired & Values You Hold:
Demonstrated commitment to coaching our students to graduate from college as quickly and with as little debt as possible while equipping them with the skills and experiences needed to be competitive contributors to the global workforce
Experience supporting college and career-related programming, creating student-friendly content for high school and/or college students
Planning and Executing: Able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow. Strong project manager who has strong attention to detail and executes to reach goals. Consistently tracks tasks to meet goals, timelines, and milestones, and effectively follows through on plans.
Culture Values: Relates and aligns with our mission and core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow). Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Building Relationships: Develops beneficial internal and external relationships to achieve results. Consistently demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others, including inspiring, challenging, and supporting self and others to be at our best.
About MWF
Making Waves Foundation is an education nonprofit that supports historically underserved and underrepresented students to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) are invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 students in grades 5-12 and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
Making Waves Foundation is requiring all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Jan 20, 2023
Full time
Our Vision for the Early Career Program Specialist
Making Waves Foundation is seeking a skilled professional to join their Early Career & Alumni team and assist Wave Makers and recent college graduates with career planning and support. The Early Career Program Specialist will play a crucial role in providing direct support to the department and collaborating with the Wave Makers, Alumni, Coaching team, and the Marketing & Storytelling team to promote career exposure, exploration, and experience. The ultimate goal is to establish a pathway to career opportunities and to strengthen existing partnerships that lead to internships and job opportunities. The Early Career Program Specialist will also be responsible for leading the creation of career development content for Wave Makers and Alumni.
In the initial 6-12 months, a successful candidate will have worked to enhance the career development content and increase participation in career-focused workshops, alumni career panels, and other events. They will have also collaborated with the Senior Manager of Early Career & Alumni to strengthen internal and external partnerships that promote personal and professional growth for the Wave Makers.
Our Commitment to the Early Career Program Specialist
We are proud of the above-market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. This position is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of $75,055-$101,545 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time)
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
Responsibilities
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Early Career Student & Alumni Services: Provide career advising to support student internship and job placements. (30%)
Advise students and alumni via one-on-one and/or small groups on complex career cha llenges and individual career development plans including but not limited to administering and interpreting career assessments and goal setting.
Support students with developing career-related skills via resume and cover letter writing, interview prep, internship and job search strategies, etc.
Support Wave-Makers in post-college goals through individual coaching and providing resources for topics including, but not limited to, graduate school admissions and career transitions
Provide support for alumni through presentations, workshops, seminars, group working sessions, and individual coaching
Program Implementation: Compile staff- and student-facing resources and systems to support integrated career programming. (45%)
Coordinate with Sr. Manager Early Career & Alumni to ensure smooth alumni programming (e.g., workshops, alumni panels, alumni survey,)
Coordinate, create, contribute to, and deliver professional development workshops, presentations, and materials for Coaching team
Support student and alumni engagement to inform program design (e.g., plan and prepare agendas for advisory meetings, conduct outreach)
Work collaboratively with Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy staff to ensure Wave-Makers receive excellent services
Collaborate with other staff and departments to ensure students receive comprehensive support services which may include but are not limited to: Career exploration, career readiness, and career experience
Collaborate with Marketing and Storytelling team to develop career and alumni content, event marketing, and contribute to content strategy for social media, websites, newsletters, and other channels.
Support partnership development that leads to career/internship opportunities for Wave Makers (e.g., research, scoping, implementation)
Data Organization & Administration: Implement robust early career and alumni data tracking and collection systems to inform program services. (20%)
Identify and track students who are internship and/or job ready
Develop and organize strategic outreach and communication methods
Input and organize early career/alumni survey data, pre and post event information, etc. into Salesforce
Research and compile full-time, part-time, internship, volunteer and leadership opportunities for our student job portal
Support with the creation and implementation of program-wide surveys and data collection efforts
Additional duties and responsibilities as needed
Learning & Development: Actively Engage in Continuous Improvement and Organization Processes (5%)
Prioritize Professional Growth: Research, schedule, and participate in professional development opportunities in service of their professional growth and impact on the organization
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future
Qualifications
4+ years of relevant work experience in early career, college success, alumni relations or related field
Bachelor's degree and work authorization required
Experience working directly with college students in both individual and group settings, virtually and in person, peer-to-peer or in a professional setting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize and work independently and address several challenges simultaneously
Strong computer and database skills, experience with Salesforce and Signal Vine a plus
Demonstrated proficiency and/or growth potential in key Skills for Success: Adaptability/Flexibility, Communication, Planning/Organization/Time Management/Prioritization, Problem Solving/Decision Making, Relationship Building, Self-Development, and Service Orientation
Ability to be discreet and maintain confidential information
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends events
Occasional local travel required under non-pandemic conditions
Skills You’ve Acquired & Values You Hold:
Demonstrated commitment to coaching our students to graduate from college as quickly and with as little debt as possible while equipping them with the skills and experiences needed to be competitive contributors to the global workforce
Experience supporting college and career-related programming, creating student-friendly content for high school and/or college students
Planning and Executing: Able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow. Strong project manager who has strong attention to detail and executes to reach goals. Consistently tracks tasks to meet goals, timelines, and milestones, and effectively follows through on plans.
Culture Values: Relates and aligns with our mission and core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow). Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Building Relationships: Develops beneficial internal and external relationships to achieve results. Consistently demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others, including inspiring, challenging, and supporting self and others to be at our best.
About MWF
Making Waves Foundation is an education nonprofit that supports historically underserved and underrepresented students to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) are invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 students in grades 5-12 and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
Making Waves Foundation is requiring all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Are you inspired to solve problems and help companies grow? Do you geek out on mastering Google’s latest algorithm and on optimizing the performance of great content? Are you a builder who thrives on becoming a key player on a small, high-growth team? If so, then you could be exactly who we’re looking for.
Does this sound like you?
As Yakkety Yak’s SEO Analyst, you’ll be a Jack- or Jill-of-all-things-digital. From owning our SEO strategy to running multi-channel marketing campaigns to assisting in website and newsletter updates and reporting, you’ll be able to flex your skills to provide tangible results for our clients. You’ll have a strong understanding of the digital ecosystem on the paid and organic side, you stay on top of the latest digital trends, and you love collaborating with great writers to develop high-performing content that drives results.
We don’t have all the answers and we don’t expect you to, either. We do expect that you’ll show up ready to take initiative, self-educate, and have some fun along the way.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will contribute in the following areas:
Uphold Yakkety Yak Core Values of Committed, Authentic, Curious, Accountable and Kind
Be at the forefront of digital and SEO updates and create recommendations and execution plans for our clients — then execute on these ideas
Oversee SEO updates and optimization, including website redirects, basic HTML edits and content upload and management
Work alongside our web designers, project managers and developers to provide SEO analysis and provide recommendations for the technical details of website and web page
Assist in basic website and landing page updates across various platforms
Work alongside our content and analytics team to create, analyze and execute digital marketing campaigns for our clients
Review and analyze social media and newsletter performance and provide content recommendations
Work with our in-house and freelance writers and account managers to perform keyword research and identify topics, craft keyword strategies, and implement those strategies by optimizing content for organic search and SEO best practices for client business objectives
Track content and campaign performance on multiple channels to identify new opportunities and make data-driven client recommendations
Work with our Director of SEO to evaluate the success of organic strategies, projects, and paid ad campaigns
Contribute to monthly client reports to showcase key outcomes and establish goals to drive performance
What You Bring
Our expectations for the candidate include:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
2–4 years of relevant experience
At ease with organic and paid digital and analytics platforms, including Google Analytics, Screaming Frog, AHREFs, SEMRush, Moz, Google Keyword Planner, Google Ads, and Facebook Ad Manager
Experience with content management systems (including WordPress, Wix, Shopify, and Squarespace) and email service providers (Hubspot, Mailchimp and Pardot preferred)
Basic knowledge of web hosting, web domains, HTML and CSS is a plus
Experience conceptualizing, implementing, and reporting on sophisticated multi-channel digital marketing campaigns
Command of best practices in brand strategy, user-focused web design, and multi-touch digital brand experiences
Desire to be a key contributor on a small team and a subject matter expert on all things digital performance
Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively
Jul 13, 2022
Full time
Are you inspired to solve problems and help companies grow? Do you geek out on mastering Google’s latest algorithm and on optimizing the performance of great content? Are you a builder who thrives on becoming a key player on a small, high-growth team? If so, then you could be exactly who we’re looking for.
Does this sound like you?
As Yakkety Yak’s SEO Analyst, you’ll be a Jack- or Jill-of-all-things-digital. From owning our SEO strategy to running multi-channel marketing campaigns to assisting in website and newsletter updates and reporting, you’ll be able to flex your skills to provide tangible results for our clients. You’ll have a strong understanding of the digital ecosystem on the paid and organic side, you stay on top of the latest digital trends, and you love collaborating with great writers to develop high-performing content that drives results.
We don’t have all the answers and we don’t expect you to, either. We do expect that you’ll show up ready to take initiative, self-educate, and have some fun along the way.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will contribute in the following areas:
Uphold Yakkety Yak Core Values of Committed, Authentic, Curious, Accountable and Kind
Be at the forefront of digital and SEO updates and create recommendations and execution plans for our clients — then execute on these ideas
Oversee SEO updates and optimization, including website redirects, basic HTML edits and content upload and management
Work alongside our web designers, project managers and developers to provide SEO analysis and provide recommendations for the technical details of website and web page
Assist in basic website and landing page updates across various platforms
Work alongside our content and analytics team to create, analyze and execute digital marketing campaigns for our clients
Review and analyze social media and newsletter performance and provide content recommendations
Work with our in-house and freelance writers and account managers to perform keyword research and identify topics, craft keyword strategies, and implement those strategies by optimizing content for organic search and SEO best practices for client business objectives
Track content and campaign performance on multiple channels to identify new opportunities and make data-driven client recommendations
Work with our Director of SEO to evaluate the success of organic strategies, projects, and paid ad campaigns
Contribute to monthly client reports to showcase key outcomes and establish goals to drive performance
What You Bring
Our expectations for the candidate include:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
2–4 years of relevant experience
At ease with organic and paid digital and analytics platforms, including Google Analytics, Screaming Frog, AHREFs, SEMRush, Moz, Google Keyword Planner, Google Ads, and Facebook Ad Manager
Experience with content management systems (including WordPress, Wix, Shopify, and Squarespace) and email service providers (Hubspot, Mailchimp and Pardot preferred)
Basic knowledge of web hosting, web domains, HTML and CSS is a plus
Experience conceptualizing, implementing, and reporting on sophisticated multi-channel digital marketing campaigns
Command of best practices in brand strategy, user-focused web design, and multi-touch digital brand experiences
Desire to be a key contributor on a small team and a subject matter expert on all things digital performance
Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively
Marketing Vendor and Events Manager - REMOTE
Marketing · Remote,
This position is 100% remote; candidates must be based in the U.S.
About BayWa r.e.
BayWa r.e. Solar Systems LLC (BayWa r.e.) is dedicated to supporting local, independent installers -- the foundation of a robust and healthy solar industry. We offer best-in-class products coupled with unrivaled customer support and a growing suite of services aimed at helping installation companies run more efficiently.
For our employees, the tangible value in our company comes from the growth opportunities available to those with initiative and curiosity. We believe that the work is the boss: figure out what needs to get done and then it’s all hands-on deck.
We are a company that believes culture is our backbone. Want to get to know us better? Check out our e-magazine, Solar Review .
About the Position:
The Marketing Vendor & Events Manager spearheads the organization’s virtual and on-site event strategy, including execution and return on investment of trade shows, conference, local events, and the planning and hosting of the organization’s industry events. The Manager works closely with the marketing team to determine key events, handle attendance from start-to-finish (registration, attendance, etc.), and prove return on investment (ROI). This role is also responsible for building and maintaining strong and engaging relationships with different stakeholders, namely our vendor partners, industry partners and the Sales Team.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Event Identification & Management : 30%
Stakeholder Relationship Management : 30%
Sales Enablement : 20%
Lead Management & Processing : 5%
SWAG : 5%
Ancillary : 10%
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Event Identification & Management: 30%
Spearheads and collaborates with internal and external event stakeholders to develop and align event strategy and objectives for both new and existing key events including SPI, Business Leadership Summit, Intersolar off-site lounge, and NABCEP.
Identifies and coordinates event opportunities (both virtual and in-person) that capture our target audiences, creates goals and a vision for engagement, recommends enhancements to ensure event success, follow-through to the finish, and assessment/reporting on event success.
Proactively observes the ever-changing landscape of all event opportunities (virtual and in-person), keeps the team informed, and makes recommendations on events that are well-aligned with the company’s goals.
Oversees and coordinates the securing of event spaces, negotiating budgets and contracts, booking rooms for sales and internal reps, coordinating on design, video needs, catering, and all communications related to the events.
Mitigates and resolves unforeseen event problems and/or risk.
Creates and maintains a calendar of events and collaborates with the marketing team to align the events calendar with marketing campaigns.
Partners with the marketing team on event campaigns and communications, survey data, and managing event leads.
Assists with event budgets, ensuring events are cost-effective, can deliver high quality leads and generate a pipeline, while maximizing the ROI of each event.
Stakeholder Relationship Management: 30%
Collaborates with vendor marketing teams to ensure alignment on our marketing plans and goals, tracking deliverables, coop funds, and general marketing agreements.
Manages Marketing Developing Funds (MDF),including invoicing and tracking agreements and MDF deliverables, reports on progress, and gathers feedback.
Identifies key vendor event engagement opportunities.
Partners with our industry partners on sponsorship opportunities.
Collaborates with the regional sales teams to build on CSR initiatives, collect input, identify opportunities for sales and marketing campaigns and collaborations, and reports back to the marketing team on a weekly basis.
Oversees and maintains our relationships with regional advocacy and industry groups (SEI, GRID Alternatives, Energy Sage, SEIA, CALSSA, OSSEIA, etc.).
Partners with Marketing on the engagement strategy to successfully manage relationships throughout the year, including sponsorship opportunities; event deliverables; donations; supporting partners to share their events and initiative (e.g., SEI’s latest training in our newsletter); and speaking engagements.
Identifies new and lucrative opportunities for partnership.
Sales Enablement: 20%
Collaborates with regional teams to identify marketing opportunities; supporting sales on marketing activities.
Supports sales teams with apparel, business cards, printed material, and company SWAG.
Lead Management & Processing: 5%
Ensures leads enter the funnel appropriately from our various content streams (social, forms, phone calls, emails, etc.) qualifying leads, and entering them into the CRM system (NetSuite).
Partners with the team to develop, implement, and manage the lead-management system.
Ancillary: 10%
Supports the team in day-to-day activities.
Assists with ad hoc team projects.
Supports BayWa culture by taking time to complete activities for growth, training and stretch projects.
SWAG: 5%
Develops processes for distributing new customer packets, holiday gifts, etc.
Uses thought and enthusiasm to provide gifts, SWAG, etc., that are practical and reflect the BayWa brand.
Finds creative ways to distribute SWAG and gifts.
Coordinates production of event collateral (banners, table clothes, etc.).
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
A deep understanding of event marketing strategy, operations, and executing best-in-class events.
Advanced understanding and knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management.
Passionate about producing eye-opening and unforgettable events.
Demonstrated ability to be poised and effective during high-pressure situations; ability to anticipate issues and have (or quickly develop) contingency plans
Highly organized and results-oriented with a strong dedication to accuracy and follow-through.
Curious and creative thinker with a solutions-oriented, problem-solver mentality.
Ability to plan, manage and execute multiple projects, while communicating with key stakeholders simultaneously.
Thrive in a fast-paced, changeable environment.
Strategic thinker capable of translating business objectives into tactical action plans and milestones.
Demonstrated strong performance in analytical, innovative, and critical thinking.
Excellent project management and prioritization
Good understanding of data analysis.
Able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Strong in networking and collaboration.
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, presentation and written communication skills.
High personal integrity
Self-starter with drive to “make things happen” and see them through to completion
Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office and Adobe Suites
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, journalism, public relations or related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in marketing and event coordination, B2B experience a plus.
Experience of the tradeshow industry and managing large scale events including planning, execution, and reporting; trade show experience a plus.
Preferred experience with NetSuite
Preferred experience with virtual event management platforms
Travel up to 10% with potential to increase
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Regularly required to sit, talk, use repetitive motion, type, and hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
EXHIBITED BEHAVIORS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Hustle – When priorities change or become urgent, you adjust quickly.
Gumption – You show initiative, resourcefulness, and bravery in approaching difficult, complex, or daunting issues.
Dependable - Others can depend on you for your consistent contributions to the team.
Growth – You are an engine of personal growth – both yours and others’; you are engaged in being the best version of yourself you can be you help others be the best version of themselves they can be.
Excellence - You demand quality from yourself and others; the work you do increases the quality we can offer our customers.
Partnership - You balance the needs of our organizations and our customers', or vendors' needs. Your actions set and fulfill clear expectations; you build trust.
BENEFITS:
We strive to offer progressive benefits to our employees. We believe that our employees and our culture are the foundation of the work that we do.
Base salary with monthly team bonus potential. We are an organization that works together as a team to achieve our goals.
401k with match
Health, Dental, Vision, Group & Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
Unlimited PTO
12 weeks of paid family leave (maternity and paternity)
BayWa operates in accordance with CCPA regulations. Click here to see BayWa’s CCPA job applicant disclosure.
BayWa r.e. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to genetic characteristics or information, race, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Oct 29, 2021
Full time
Marketing Vendor and Events Manager - REMOTE
Marketing · Remote,
This position is 100% remote; candidates must be based in the U.S.
About BayWa r.e.
BayWa r.e. Solar Systems LLC (BayWa r.e.) is dedicated to supporting local, independent installers -- the foundation of a robust and healthy solar industry. We offer best-in-class products coupled with unrivaled customer support and a growing suite of services aimed at helping installation companies run more efficiently.
For our employees, the tangible value in our company comes from the growth opportunities available to those with initiative and curiosity. We believe that the work is the boss: figure out what needs to get done and then it’s all hands-on deck.
We are a company that believes culture is our backbone. Want to get to know us better? Check out our e-magazine, Solar Review .
About the Position:
The Marketing Vendor & Events Manager spearheads the organization’s virtual and on-site event strategy, including execution and return on investment of trade shows, conference, local events, and the planning and hosting of the organization’s industry events. The Manager works closely with the marketing team to determine key events, handle attendance from start-to-finish (registration, attendance, etc.), and prove return on investment (ROI). This role is also responsible for building and maintaining strong and engaging relationships with different stakeholders, namely our vendor partners, industry partners and the Sales Team.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Event Identification & Management : 30%
Stakeholder Relationship Management : 30%
Sales Enablement : 20%
Lead Management & Processing : 5%
SWAG : 5%
Ancillary : 10%
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Event Identification & Management: 30%
Spearheads and collaborates with internal and external event stakeholders to develop and align event strategy and objectives for both new and existing key events including SPI, Business Leadership Summit, Intersolar off-site lounge, and NABCEP.
Identifies and coordinates event opportunities (both virtual and in-person) that capture our target audiences, creates goals and a vision for engagement, recommends enhancements to ensure event success, follow-through to the finish, and assessment/reporting on event success.
Proactively observes the ever-changing landscape of all event opportunities (virtual and in-person), keeps the team informed, and makes recommendations on events that are well-aligned with the company’s goals.
Oversees and coordinates the securing of event spaces, negotiating budgets and contracts, booking rooms for sales and internal reps, coordinating on design, video needs, catering, and all communications related to the events.
Mitigates and resolves unforeseen event problems and/or risk.
Creates and maintains a calendar of events and collaborates with the marketing team to align the events calendar with marketing campaigns.
Partners with the marketing team on event campaigns and communications, survey data, and managing event leads.
Assists with event budgets, ensuring events are cost-effective, can deliver high quality leads and generate a pipeline, while maximizing the ROI of each event.
Stakeholder Relationship Management: 30%
Collaborates with vendor marketing teams to ensure alignment on our marketing plans and goals, tracking deliverables, coop funds, and general marketing agreements.
Manages Marketing Developing Funds (MDF),including invoicing and tracking agreements and MDF deliverables, reports on progress, and gathers feedback.
Identifies key vendor event engagement opportunities.
Partners with our industry partners on sponsorship opportunities.
Collaborates with the regional sales teams to build on CSR initiatives, collect input, identify opportunities for sales and marketing campaigns and collaborations, and reports back to the marketing team on a weekly basis.
Oversees and maintains our relationships with regional advocacy and industry groups (SEI, GRID Alternatives, Energy Sage, SEIA, CALSSA, OSSEIA, etc.).
Partners with Marketing on the engagement strategy to successfully manage relationships throughout the year, including sponsorship opportunities; event deliverables; donations; supporting partners to share their events and initiative (e.g., SEI’s latest training in our newsletter); and speaking engagements.
Identifies new and lucrative opportunities for partnership.
Sales Enablement: 20%
Collaborates with regional teams to identify marketing opportunities; supporting sales on marketing activities.
Supports sales teams with apparel, business cards, printed material, and company SWAG.
Lead Management & Processing: 5%
Ensures leads enter the funnel appropriately from our various content streams (social, forms, phone calls, emails, etc.) qualifying leads, and entering them into the CRM system (NetSuite).
Partners with the team to develop, implement, and manage the lead-management system.
Ancillary: 10%
Supports the team in day-to-day activities.
Assists with ad hoc team projects.
Supports BayWa culture by taking time to complete activities for growth, training and stretch projects.
SWAG: 5%
Develops processes for distributing new customer packets, holiday gifts, etc.
Uses thought and enthusiasm to provide gifts, SWAG, etc., that are practical and reflect the BayWa brand.
Finds creative ways to distribute SWAG and gifts.
Coordinates production of event collateral (banners, table clothes, etc.).
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
A deep understanding of event marketing strategy, operations, and executing best-in-class events.
Advanced understanding and knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management.
Passionate about producing eye-opening and unforgettable events.
Demonstrated ability to be poised and effective during high-pressure situations; ability to anticipate issues and have (or quickly develop) contingency plans
Highly organized and results-oriented with a strong dedication to accuracy and follow-through.
Curious and creative thinker with a solutions-oriented, problem-solver mentality.
Ability to plan, manage and execute multiple projects, while communicating with key stakeholders simultaneously.
Thrive in a fast-paced, changeable environment.
Strategic thinker capable of translating business objectives into tactical action plans and milestones.
Demonstrated strong performance in analytical, innovative, and critical thinking.
Excellent project management and prioritization
Good understanding of data analysis.
Able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Strong in networking and collaboration.
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, presentation and written communication skills.
High personal integrity
Self-starter with drive to “make things happen” and see them through to completion
Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office and Adobe Suites
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, journalism, public relations or related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in marketing and event coordination, B2B experience a plus.
Experience of the tradeshow industry and managing large scale events including planning, execution, and reporting; trade show experience a plus.
Preferred experience with NetSuite
Preferred experience with virtual event management platforms
Travel up to 10% with potential to increase
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Regularly required to sit, talk, use repetitive motion, type, and hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
EXHIBITED BEHAVIORS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Hustle – When priorities change or become urgent, you adjust quickly.
Gumption – You show initiative, resourcefulness, and bravery in approaching difficult, complex, or daunting issues.
Dependable - Others can depend on you for your consistent contributions to the team.
Growth – You are an engine of personal growth – both yours and others’; you are engaged in being the best version of yourself you can be you help others be the best version of themselves they can be.
Excellence - You demand quality from yourself and others; the work you do increases the quality we can offer our customers.
Partnership - You balance the needs of our organizations and our customers', or vendors' needs. Your actions set and fulfill clear expectations; you build trust.
BENEFITS:
We strive to offer progressive benefits to our employees. We believe that our employees and our culture are the foundation of the work that we do.
Base salary with monthly team bonus potential. We are an organization that works together as a team to achieve our goals.
401k with match
Health, Dental, Vision, Group & Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
Unlimited PTO
12 weeks of paid family leave (maternity and paternity)
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BayWa r.e. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to genetic characteristics or information, race, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.