Marketing and Community Engagement Coordinator

**Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator (Full Time)**
Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre

**The Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre** (VDPAC) has an immediate opening for a Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator to join our dedicated and highly-accomplished staff as a key member of our Marketing & Community Engagement department.

**Responsiblities**:
Reporting to the Marketing Director, the **Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator** supports the promotion of VDPAC’s annual SPOTLIGHT Season, annual outreach activities & community engagement initiatives. The Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator will develop and implement initiatives to grow VDPAC’s audiences and deepen our engagement with our community.
- Support the development and implementation of VDPAC’s strategic marketing and community engagement plans;
- Support the development, production and distribution of marketing materials, including posters, show cards, and direct mail campaigns;
- Support marketing content production (e.g. social media posts, Society newsletters, videos, photos, graphics, event listings, etc);
- Coordinate content and perform routine updates on the VDPAC and Ticket Seller websites;
- Support the growth and development of VDPAC’s sponsorship, membership & donor programs;
- Create and execute community engagement activities, including but not limited to public events, workshops, summer camps, talkbacks, and pre-show activities;
- Create and maintain strong relationships with community partners;
- Other related tasks as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Undergraduate Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, Arts Administration, Graphic Design, or a related field is required.
- A minimum of 2 years of professional marketing experience, preferably in the arts or non-profit sectors.
- Experience working with community stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal, networking & collaborative skills.
- Efficient time management skills & ability to work independently.
- Professionalism in personal presentation, with excellent communication skills, including reading, writing, listening, speaking & presentation delivery (in English).
- Advanced computer literacy and strong Microsoft Office Suite skills.
- Photography, videography, and photo/video editing skills are an asset.
- Knowledge of and a passion for the arts is a strong asset.
- Must have a criminal record check with vulnerable sector check completed upon hiring.

**Additional Information**:

- The VDPAC is located in picturesque Vernon, BC, in the burgeoning Okanagan Valley and a relocation to/residency within Greater Vernon, or the immediate North Okanagan region will be required, (A relocation stipend is available, if required);
- The **Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator** is a **full-time, permanent** position starting at 35hours/week, with a potential increase to 40 hours/week, and is available effective immediately;
- **Flexible Schedule**: This position requires occasional evenings & weekends as VDPAC’s performance, special event and/or offsite event schedules require;
- **Salary Range**:$45,000 to $50,000 to start, based on professional experience & skill sets;
- **Benefits Package**: VDPAC offers a generous benefits package following an initial 3-month probationary period including life, extended health, dental, prescriptions & more;
- **COVID-19**:VDPAC follows all Public Health Orders and has adopted a “full vaccination” mandate for the safety of Staff, Volunteers, Patrons & Artists;
- **Job Posting**: Will remain open until the position is filled.

**How to Apply**:
Submissions must include a cover letter stating:

- How this role complements your past experience & advances your career: What will you bring to the VDPAC?
- Your availability (potential earliest start-date & any logístical considerations);
- Salary expectation;
- Updated related CV, including Arts & Culture (Performing Arts) experience;
- Three most recent professional references (will be contacted once shortlisted).

The VDPAC sincerely appreciates the interest of all applicants, but regrets that only those selected to be interviewed can be contacted. _Thank you_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
The Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre follows all public health orders and guidelines. All staff and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated. Staff and volunteers are required to wear masks during public events.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vernon, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Marketing: 1 year (required)

Work Location: One location