Communications Manager

Application Deadline: June 30, 2024

Ptarmigan Arts seeks a dynamic and passionate individual to join our team as the Communications Manager, operating under the direction of the Creative Director.

Ptarmigan Arts (ptarmiganarts.org) is a non-profit arts organization based on beautiful S,DÁYES / Pender Island in the Southern Gulf Islands, an island with a vibrant arts community. Ptarmigan provides a variety of community arts programming on Pender Island, the other Southern Gulf Islands, and Greater Victoria.

The contract position will start on Tuesday August 13, 2024 with four weeks of training overlapping with Alice and Lauren. The position is 14 hrs/week. Work hours can be flexible, but some office time through the week is required and some programs and events require work on evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Marketing and Communications

Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies for Ptarmigan and its programs
Produce marketing assets such as posters, tickets, graphics, and social media content
Maintain and edit website content, write email newsletters, create print articles and ads
Produce annual Pender Island Art Guide brochure
Promote events through online and print media outlets
Take photos and videos of programs and events for archiving and promotion
Manage social media accounts and schedule posts to engage with the community
Maintain the membership system, database, and files, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records

Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication, administrative, organizational and time management skills
Enthusiastic, positive, hard-working and self-motivated
Passionate about inclusivity, diversity and equity
Actively engaged in the community
Experience in artistic and/or non-profit administration and management
Experience with volunteer coordination and engagement is an asset
Experience in the arts community, either as a creator or a patron, is an asset
Able to effectively work independently and in a team environment
Grant writing skills are an asset
Social media marketing experience (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Youtube)
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Docs
Graphic design experience with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite
Experience with digital platforms such as Mailchimp, Asana, Square, Zoom is an asset
Experience navigating within CRM software (Membership Works) is an asset
Photography skills would be an asset
Valid BC driver’s license and vehicle
Legally able to work in Canada
Must complete a criminal record check upon hiring

How to Apply

Please submit a resume with references and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for this position to info@ptarmiganarts.org. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.

Ptarmigan Arts is committed to building a diverse and equitable work environment. We value equity, diversity, and inclusion in our operations and programming and welcome applicants who are committed to upholding these standards. We encourage applications from candidates with a broad range of backgrounds and experience.