Job Title: Marketing Assistant
Location: Medford & Jacksonville, Oregon
Duration: Seasonal
Compensation: $18-$20 per hour
FSLA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Marketing Manager
POSITION SUMMARY
Britt Music & Arts Festival is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Seasonal Marketing Assistant to support the marketing team during the festival season. This hands-on role is ideal for someone interested in arts marketing, live events, social media content creation, and audience engagement.
The Seasonal Marketing Assistant will play a key role in capturing the excitement of live performances, supporting email communications, developing community partnerships, and helping distribute promotional materials. Evening and weekend availability is essential, as many responsibilities take place during performances and events.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Event Content Capture
· Attend concerts, performances, and special events throughout the season.
· Capture high-quality photo and video content for social media, email, and future promotions.
· Gather behind-the-scenes moments, audience reactions, and on-site atmosphere.
· Organize and upload content promptly after events.
· Coordinate with the marketing team to align content with campaign priorities.
Email Marketing Support
· Assist in building and scheduling patron communications using email platforms.
· Support creation of Know Before You Go emails for upcoming performances.
· Prepare and distribute post-performance surveys and follow-up emails.
· Help proofread copy, links, dates, and formatting for accuracy.
Community Partnerships & Reciprocal Marketing
· Research and identify local businesses, tourism partners, arts organizations, and community groups for potential cross-promotional opportunities.
· Help build and maintain relationships with partner organizations throughout the region.
· Coordinate reciprocal marketing efforts such as brochure exchanges, newsletter mentions, social media swaps, giveaway collaborations, and shared audience promotions.
· Track outreach efforts, partnership deliverables, and promotional timelines.
· Represent Britt Music & Arts Festival professionally in communications with community partners.
Community Promotion & Distribution
· Assist with brochure, flyer, and poster distribution throughout the region.
· Help restock marketing materials at local partner businesses, visitor centers, and community hubs.
· Support grassroots promotional efforts as needed.
Administrative & Team Support
· Provide general marketing support during the busy summer season.
· Assist with basic reporting, asset organization, and project coordination.
· Support additional marketing initiatives as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
· Strong interest in marketing, communications, events, or the arts.
· Comfortable using smartphones and basic content creation tools for photo/video capture.
· Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Confidence reaching out to community organizations and businesses professionally.
· Reliable transportation for local distribution and outreach tasks.
· Ability to work evenings, weekends, and outdoor events.
· Ability to lift and carry boxes of brochures/materials occasionally.
Preferred
· Experience with social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook
· Familiarity with email platforms.
· Previous experience in events, hospitality, arts organizations, or community outreach.
· Basic photo/video editing skills.
· Spanish language proficiency preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply.
COMPENSATION, WORK SCHEDULE, ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is a seasonal hourly position starting May 25, 2026 and ending October 2, 2026. We estimate this job will be about 20 hours per week and will mostly involve evening and weekend work, though some daytime, administrative hours are required. Any hours exceeding the non-seasonal estimates or 40 hours in a workweek must be approved in writing by the Director of Marketing & Development.
This position is located at the Britt hill park in Jacksonville, Oregon, (plus other venues as necessary) for performances with meetings and administrative work taking place at the main Britt administrative office located at 216 West Main Street in Medford.
While at the Britt hill park, this position requires the ability to carry items of up to 30 pounds, to sit or stand outdoors for long periods of time, and to travel up and down steep hills.
TO APPLY
Please submit a statement of interest and a resume to jobs@brittfest.org. Please use the subject line “Marketing Assistant application – YOURLASTNAME”. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 5, 2026.
Britt is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Britt believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All are encouraged to apply.
ABOUT BRITT
Britt is a mission-driven, community-based nonprofit organization founded in 1963 in Jacksonville, Oregon. Each summer, we bring world-class music, comedy, and education programming to Southern Oregon, hosting approximately 30 popular music and comedy shows, 7 Britt Festival Orchestra performances, and dozens of admission-free arts education events. Our programs and outdoor venue draw around 100,000 people annually, creating moments of connection, discovery, and joy for audiences of all ages.
More than a stage, Britt is the heart of our community. From stargazing on a blanket to dancing with 2,000 friends you just met, our intimate hillside amphitheater invites everyone to experience something extraordinary.
Our team—professionals, volunteers, artists, educators, and arts lovers—create meaningful encounters with music, nature, and each other. Working at Britt means being part of something bigger. We are a team that creates joy, connection, and unforgettable experiences through the arts. Whether you're welcoming artists, supporting education programs, or helping guests find their favorite spot on the Hill, your work contributes to a place the community loves. At Britt, we don’t just host performances; we make magic happen, together.
And we’re just getting started. With a new indoor space planned to open in 2028, Britt will soon offer year-round programming that expands our impact beyond the summer season.
Whether on stage, in the classroom, or along the garden paths, Britt is where creativity and community meet. Join us and help shape the next chapter of this Southern Oregon treasure. Learn more at britt.org.
Role Description
This is a part-time, on-site Marketing Assistant position located in Jacksonville, OR. The Marketing Assistant will support the marketing team in day-to-day tasks such as conducting market research, assisting with marketing campaigns, maintaining customer relationships, and providing sales support. Additional responsibilities include collaborating on communication strategies, engaging with event attendees, and promoting Britt’s mission through various channels, helping to ensure the success of the festival's programs and events.
Qualifications
- Strong Communication skills, including verbal, written communication, and team collaboration
- Experience in Market Research and understanding of market trends to support promotional initiatives
- Customer Service expertise and the ability to engage positively with attendees and ensure guest satisfaction
- Skills in Sales and Marketing, with the ability to support promotional campaigns and ticket sales initiatives
- Proficiency in time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools is a plus
- Experience in event coordination and knowledge of the music and arts industry is an advantage
