Communications Manager (Temporary)

Art Omi

Posted 15 days ago

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Art Omi is seeking a full-time Communications Manager on a temporary basis during the period of January–May, 2025 to support communications, branding, and public relations for its exhibitions, education, and residency programming. This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in supporting the growth of a highly-regarded contemporary arts organization and developing their experience across all aspects of professional communications. The Communications Manager exercises creativity and initiative, and is encouraged to participate as an important member of a forward-thinking team.

This position reports to the Communications Director, and works across all areas of the organization to ensure that Art Omi’s mission, goals, and brand standards are communicated and upheld throughout all platforms.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

The Communications Manager is responsible for day-to-day management of Art Omi’s online presence, including its social media platforms, web content, and newsletters, as well as assisting with the design of collateral, signage, and other print collateral for all of Art Omi’s programming.

Additionally, this position supports event publicity, liaising across departments of the organization.

- In collaboration with the Communications Director, draft, edit, and disseminate original multimedia content and copy across multiple platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Mailchimp newsletters, and the Art Omi website.

- Maintain a clear and distinctive voice across all platforms, which reflects Art Omi’s mission, goals, and brand standards and ensures appropriate and equitable representation of all programs.

- Implement content edits and new posts on Art Omi’s website via its CMS.

- Monitor, respond to, and engage with constituent responses on social media in a timely and professional manner.

- Contribute to the writing, photography, videography, and audio recording and production for publishing of content for Art Omi’s social media, website, programs, and events.

- Contribute to and adhere to organizational standards related to the archiving of Art Omi’s digital assets, including program and event documentation.

- Update external event calendars with Art Omi’s events.

- Assist with maintaining Art Omi’s email marketing CRM.

Qualifications:

We encourage you to apply even if you believe you don't meet all of the criteria below.

- Communications and marketing experience, preferably in a non-profit and/or arts organization.

- Superior writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with excellent attention to detail.

- Experience with strategic social media, email marketing, and website management via a CMS.

- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, and common office softwares.

- Strong time management skills that enable successful and agile management of multiple overlapping deadlines. The Communications Manager should be organized, able to multitask, and manage their time effectively to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner, while also being adaptable to evolving needs.

- The ability to work both collaboratively and independently, with a proactive mindset.

- A background or strong interest in contemporary art, architecture, literature, and/or performing arts.

- Graphic design, video, and photography experience are a plus.
Candidates will also demonstrate a commitment to Art Omi’s mission, working to advance its position within the field and an ability to advocate effectively for the organization and its goals in professional and social settings.

Work Environment:

What follows is a general description of expectations for the work environment. We are open to making modifications to support people of all abilities whenever feasible.

Work is conducted both on-site and remotely, at the discretion of the Communications Director and Co-Executive Directors. Work hours are Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-5 PM. Some occasional nights and weekends are required. Work takes place primarily indoors, encompassing typical professional office operations and equipment.

Art Omi is committed to maintaining an equitable, healthy work environment and upholds a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical ability or disability. People from historically marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity:

Art Omi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. In addition to federal law requirements, Art Omi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Schedule & Compensation:
- 40 hours per week
- $22 per hour, paid biweekly

We will confirm receipt of all applications, but please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be personally contacted. No phone calls, please.

How to Apply