Communications & Development Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Communications Manager

Salary: $60,000 annually

Classification: Full Time; Non-Exempt

Benefits: They offer comprehensive benefits including employer contribution to health, dental and vision insurance; pre-tax flexible savings accounts for commuter, medical & dependent care; paid vacation and personal time off; Summer Fridays and a professional development stipend.

Location: Hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three (3) scheduled days a week in their office space in DUMBO, with additional in-person requirements as required.

ABOUT BROOKLYN ARTS COUNCIL

Celebrating more than 50 years of service, historically Brooklyn Arts Council (BAC) is the borough’s leading nonprofit organization supporting artists and cultural groups in all disciplines. BAC is committed to serving the arts ecosystem through grants, professional development, cultural heritage programming, and arts education provided via distance learning. By creating and supporting cultural events and platforms for Brooklynites, BAC provides forums for critical thinking and self-expression, enriches Brooklyn’s cultural landscape, and generates experiences that expand horizons.

BAC VALUES

BAC strives to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where their employees and volunteers – whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or ability – feel valued and respected.

They are committed to being a nondiscriminatory organization that provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement in their programs and at their worksites. They respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages, and work to ensure that all voices are valued and heard. They are committed to modeling diversity and inclusion for the arts community in Brooklyn, and to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all. 

BAC prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Communications & Development Coordinator will support the critical communications and development work that helps increase support for and awareness of BAC and Brooklyn’s dynamic arts ecosystem. The Communications & Development Coordinator will work closely with the Senior Communications Manager assisting in all areas of communications, including storytelling, branding, digital/print marketing, social media, basic graphic design, media relations, website management, and analytics tracking/reporting; as well as supporting the Development Manager with fundraising events, donor engagement, and donor cultivation.

The ideal candidate has professional experience in managing communications, marketing, and/or social media for an organization. They have their finger on the pulse of the latest digital marketing trends and a keen ability to track and utilize analytics to make informed, actionable recommendations to enhance community engagement, impact, and reach. This individual must possess an eagle-eyed attention to detail; proven ability to multi-task and work independently; excellent organization and prioritization skills; and a willingness to roll up their sleeves.

This is a new post at BAC and an exciting opportunity to be part of a hardworking team of creative and talented arts professionals who are dedicated to helping and sustaining Brooklyn’s cultural sector. This is a great role for a creative, hands-on, and entrepreneurial arts administrator.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Senior Communications Manager with day-to-day tasks of branding, digital marketing, social media, graphic design/content creation, media relations/PR, and website management.
• Sourcing, creating, editing, and facilitating the production and dissemination of BAC social media content; publishing content regularly and managing online social communities.
• Draft monthly newsletters and other e-blasts/blogs that reflect thought leadership, community relationships, and other relevant information/announcements.
• Support graphic design for print and digital assets.
• Manage and update content calendar and assist in the maintenance and/or creation of documents such as manuals, guidelines, and presentations.
• Assist in drafting press releases and building media lists of reporters.
• Archive media coverage and visual documentation of BAC events and programs.
• Assist in maintaining BAC’s website including anticipating changing content needs on an ongoing basis, adding to and updating pages, and collaborating with all departments on content.
• Build, manage, and lead outreach efforts to BAC’s Community Promo Partners Network and other online community partners to expand the reach of BAC digital content and engage new audiences. Develop opportunities for collaborative outreach with other organizations to promote one another’s work. Submit listing information for events and programs.
• Participate in the planning and execution of BAC special events with a focus on event collateral and promotion.
• Help plan and coordinate logistics for fundraising events and oversee the gift acknowledgment process including assisting with drafting thank you letters.
  
• Monitor and maintain Salesforce/CRM platforms to track & manage donor/engagement with BAC.
• Assist the Development & Communications team with data collection, tracking, and management; monitor and evaluate performance indicators/metrics and prepare regular reports with actionable recommendations to meet organizational goals.
  
• Undertake other tasks/projects as needed.

Requirements

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• 1-2 years of experience in an entry-level communications/marketing role within a cultural organization or similar entity.
• Demonstrated success in planning, executing, and evaluating concurrent digital marketing campaigns.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills; superior attention to detail; Strong project management and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver results in a small organization with limited resources.
• Expertise in social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, Threads, LinkedIn, etc.) with proven results driving follower growth and engagement; Ability to adapt BAC’s mission, values, and ethos into a persona that will resonate with the audience of diverse channels.
• Innovative mindset with an awareness of current industry trends, high aptitude for generating new ideas, and excitement to experiment and test.
• Proficiency in content creation and familiarity with relevant software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and CapCut.
• Ability to quickly derive insights from data and make creative recommendations accordingly.
• Established relationships with members of the press is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with web content management systems (Squarespace); and strong experience navigating CRM software (MailChimp, Salesforce).
• Strong appreciation of and interest in the arts and knowledge of Brooklyn.
• College degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Application Instructions

Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and interest in this position as a single PDF to jobs@brooklynartscouncil.org with “Communications & Development Coordinator” in the subject line.

The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, August 2, 2024.