American Stage

Salary:

$42,000 - $45,000 + Benefits

Reports To:

Director of Marketing and Communications

Position Summary:

The Communications Coordinator is a vital support role in helping the Marketing and Communications team to continue telling bold stories and working to make positive change in the community. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, this role will advance American Stage’s mission via external and internal communications strategies. The Communications Coordinator will support the larger team and ensure that activities move forward smoothly. Frequent focus areas include media relations, media monitoring, rapid reaction to relevant news cycles, internal memos and newsletters, speaking engagements, award submissions, public affairs and social media.

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Who you are

Creative. You think outside the box and think of what others wouldn’t.
Culturally Attuned. You are up-to-date with what’s going on amongst all of our audiences. You understand what they care about and what news or media is relevant to them.
Succinct. You know how to boil down long copy to its essence without losing its impact.
Detail-oriented. You are a stickler for grammar, and would not let something go out to our full audience with a typo in it.
Action-oriented. You know how to get things done and are quick to capitalize on new opportunities as they emerge. You love to set challenging goals and then develop plans to deliver and achieve them.
Big picture thinker. You think strategically and love to brainstorm big bold ideas. You look at the way things are and then imagine 20 ways they can be improved.
Organized and efficient. You know how to manage complex projects. You can communicate clearly and concisely. The moment you see a problem, you quickly come up with solutions and then implement them.
Passionate. You care about storytelling. You care about new and diverse voices. You care about serving marginalized communities. You want to change the world.
Fun. The work we do is art. We know how to have a good time and you should too.

Responsibilities:

Manage the creation of press contact lists, ensuring they are thorough and up-to-date

Monitor news coverage on a daily basis and share press clips with internal stakeholders

Assist in the drafting and distribution of press materials, including news releases, media alerts, public statements, op-eds, and other written support as assigned

Manage media relations and opening night media guests

Research, pitch, and maintain relationships with media. Schedule press interviews, coordinate film crews and credential needs, as well as update the website’s Press Room

Support internal and external communications needs across the organization’s departments, including email marketing, social media and large events

Work alongside the Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure internal and external communications adhere to The Trevor Project’s style guide

Collaborate with the team to search out new stories and provide content support through the suite of American Stage’s communication channels for ongoing programs.

Maintain a calendar for upcoming events for the AS website and external calendars.

Gather reporting and metrics on promotions, appeals and campaigns.

Conduct data research for audience preferences, current trends and project-specific strategies, per platform, inclusive of surveys and online feedback/review requests.

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Compensation & Schedule:

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
10 paid vacation days per year
8 holidays, plus one personal floating holiday
6 paid sick days per year
American Stage is an equal opportunity employer

To Apply:

We’re excited to hear from you! To join American Stage, please email a resume and cover letter in your application. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. Use this as an opportunity to convey why you want to be a Communications Coordinator at American Stage!

Email: employment@americanstage.or