Position Overview:
The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience, in New Orleans, is seeking a dynamic and
detail-oriented professional to join its full-time staff as the Marketing & Communication
Manager. Working closely with all staff members, this individual will oversee the museum’s
marketing to local, regional, and national outlets, via social media, email and printed
communications, paid advertisements, and earned media. A successful candidate will
have exceptional multi-tasking skills, knowledge and experience in marketing and
communications, and a strong interest in promoting the museum’s mission.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Marketing
Ensure the museum’s stakeholders are kept informed of MSJE’s activities and impact via production of monthly newsletters, daily social media posts, maintenance of website, traditional earned media, and targeted paid advertisement, using MSJE’s established voice and style
Use analytical tools to refine and improve the museum’s marketing efforts
Build relationships and identify opportunities for promotion and collaboration with other organizations
Communications
Serve as coordinator for all press interviews
Write and distribute press releases; maintain and grow a list of press contacts
Graphic Design
Design basic graphics in Canva for social media posts, events and programming, print and digital ads, mailers, and signage
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years working in marketing, communications, journalism, or transferable experience
Knowledge of and interest in Jewish history and culture
Experience working in the non-profit field appreciated
Expertise in running social media campaigns, traditional media campaigns, and digital advertising campaigns (graphic design proficiency preferred)
Experience with maintaining a CMS, Constant Contact, Canva, and Adobe Suite, or equivalents
Experience writing, editing, and proofreading content including press releases, articles, etc.
Demonstrated basic graphic design skills
Ability to appropriately prioritize and multitask while meeting deadlines
Compensation:
This is a full-time, onsite position with a competitive salary range of $52,000-$55,000 and
full benefits package.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF to kenneth@msje.org with the
subject line Marketing & Communications Manager Search.