Communications Coordinator

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule, one day remote and four days in office. To be discussed with supervisor.

Hanover, NH

The Communications Coordinator promotes the museum's brand to all audience groups and serves as the primary contact for the media. Drafts and executes Public Relations (PR) and marketing plans for exhibitions, programs, and museum announcements. Coordinates museum publications and the creation of signage and graphics. Provides website and social media support.

* Bachelor's degree preferably in communications or art history.
* 3-4 years of experience in related field.
* Some communications experience in a related field.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Ability to set priorities and handle many projects simultaneously.
* Research and evaluation knowledge.
* Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
* Desktop publishing or design experience.
* Proficiency with computer applications for word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets.
* Ability to interact with media and members of the public in a professional manner.
* Knowledge of museum administration.
* Ability to thrive in a team-based environment.
* Ability to problem solve and think creatively.
* Demonstrates good decision-making and sound judgement.
* Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community.

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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Media Outreach and Engagement: Drafts and executes PR plans, including museum press releases, press outreach and follow-ups, scheduling media interviews with museum staff, and arranging for publicity photography. Builds and maintains press kits. Keeps museum public relations contact database up to date, researches press outlets, and tracks earned media coverage.

Marketing Coordination: Drafts and executes marketing plans including coordinating advertisements for museum exhibitions, programs, and events in print, digital, and broadcast media. Works with freelance designers on ad designs. Ensures the museum's advertising contact database is updated regularly. Creates and distributes the museum's promotional bulk emails.

Environmental Signage and Graphics: Designs signage for the museum's atrium, screens, galleries, table tents, and other museum and campus spaces.

Website and Social Media Support: Supports Communications and Digital Content Assistant on website and social media updating and content creation.