BMA Seeks Communications Specialist (Part-time, Temporary)

The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) seeks a part-time Temporary Communications Specialist to promote the Museum’s exhibitions, programs, and events to media and digital audiences from August through December 31, 2017. The position will report to the Senior Director of Communications & Marketing and will collaborate with many other BMA colleagues to produce compelling content for a variety of audiences and platforms.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Writing

Research and write press materials for exhibitions, programs, and events
Write and publish content for all digital platforms, including the website, social media platforms, and blogs

Digital Content

Work with stakeholders around the museum to coordinate the production of online content for a variety of platforms (artbma.org website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, blogs), ensuring that they are in alignment with each other
Work with the Marketing & Communications team on the development of digital content to drive attendance for BMA exhibitions, events, and programs
Research the BMA's collection and other digital assets to be used for the production of digital content for cross-platform use
Work with Image Services & Rights to ensure images of art are cleared for digital use
Provide online visibility and support for events organized by other divisions as required, ensuring they are given timely visibility in social media and other digital communications
Attend BMA programs and events to share the immediate experience for various digital platforms
Respond to comments and inquiries received through digital platforms, collaborating with other departments as needed
Monitor Baltimore’s arts and cultural community activities to ensure the BMA’s digital initiatives remain relevant to Baltimore constituents

Media Relations

Identify key media targets—their news focus, deadlines, social media activity, reporters’ personal interests, editors’ preferences, and current and future opportunities for placing stories
Reach out to regional media to pitch coverage of newsworthy BMA exhibitions, programs, and events
Support BMA media events and accompany media on site when needed

Categories:

Museums Part-time

Employer Name:

Baltimore Museum of Art

Job Title:

Communications Specialist

Employer Website:

http://www.artbma.org

Employer Contact Information:

[email protected]

Job Submission Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS • Strong written and oral communications skills • Minimum 5 years of experience in public relations, communications, or related field • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook programs, Adobe Acrobat, and WordPress • Proficiency in using social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and Flickr • Arts communications or marketing background preferred • Must be able to work in fast-paced environment and be able to adapt to shifting priorities as needed APPLY The BMA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply. For this temporary part-time position, we offer a 403b Employee Retirement Savings Plan and museum and restaurant discounts. This temporary position begins in August and concludes December 31, 2017. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to [email protected] with “Communications Specialist-your first and last name” written in the subject line. Incomplete application materials will not be considered. No phone calls please.

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