The Communications Manager is a full-time position reporting directly to the Operations Manager. The Communications Manager is responsible for marketing and publicity for Fort Walla Walla Museum. Please apply with a cover letter, resume, and three references to Katy@fwwm.org.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create comprehensive marketing plan and strategies and draft effective budget as reviewed with the Executive Director, to support and implement plan
- Oversee communications activities including website, social media and digital reader board, newsletter, news releases, and advertisements.
- Prepare and submit regular Museum media releases. Edit and provide input for submission, media releases prepared by other staff and submit when needed
- Design and produce promotional materials relevant to marketing and publicity, such as posters, rack cards, table tents and banners
- Provide editing, proofing and production as needed for general Museum reports, written materials, text, grant writings, including working with administrative staff assembling quarterly and annual reports for publication
- Promote Museum at on-site and off-site events through presence and use of promotional materials
- Work with staff in coordination and development of special events hosted by the Museum
- Assist Executive Director in developing and seeking funding sources to support marketing plan
- Independently coordinate projects and ongoing functions as assigned by Operations Manager
- Track sponsorship benefits
- Maintain and increase email contact list and membership database
- Maintain current photo log of Museum event to use in promotional materials
- Collaborate with other staff members to design and execute exhibit signage and special document design
- Perform other duties as requested by the Executive Director
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong verbal and written communication,
- Time management and organizational skills,
- Excellent editing, proofreading and computer skills including MS Office Suite including Publisher, Photoshop, and InDesign,
- Proven experience at managing multiple tasks effectively,
- Capacity to work effectively and congenially with staff, volunteers and visitors,
- Ability to follow directions, determine priorities and complete tasks on time,
- Skill in graphic design/photography
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution,
- interest and enthusiasm in preserving and sharing local heritage,
- computer network management & computer troubleshooting skills,
- fluency in Spanish