Part-Time | Social Media and Communications Manager

Reports To: Director of Marketing and Communications

Location: Seattle, WA - on-site, hybrid

FLSA Classification: Part Time Non-Exempt, Hourly

For four decades and counting, On the Boards (OtB) has moved the needle on culture in Seattle. We continue to occupy a unique corner of this region's cultural arena— presenting challenging, provoking, surprising, and inspiring dance, theater, and performance works. We influence the contemporary art field on a global scale, investing in and supporting local artists who go on to develop careers and performances that are shared with thousands of audience members across the world.

OtB fulfills its mission by supporting artists from the Northwest and beyond, through new commissions and existing work presented online and in person. OtB offers a range of resources and events that provide in-depth information and complimentary social experiences to frame the art on its stages and create dynamic access for its audiences.

The Social Media and Communications Manager works within the Marketing and Communications (Mar Comm) team. This is a creative administrative role that encompasses four main functions:
Copywriting/Communications Management, Content Creation, Social Media Management, and Community Management.

The role works closely with the Digital Media Manager underneath the Director of Marketing and Communications to collaborate on brand strategy and storytelling in support of On the Boards’ legacy and the artists that have and will perform within our space. This role collaborates to develop and apply communication and social media strategy while fostering a warm online environment for our community and audiences of diverse backgrounds, experiences, ages, and abilities.

This role is responsible for managing and reporting on the content created for digital and print internal and external campaigns, social media, and newsletter platforms, while also working within assigned budget and deadline parameters.

On the Boards prioritizes a collaborative, team-oriented culture where everyone has a high level of ownership and performance in their roles, and where we care for ourselves, each other, and our community. We are a flexible workplace and place a high priority on the health and well‑being of our staff. We are seeking an individual who is detail‑oriented, passionate about storytelling, and growth‑mindset.

Copywriting & Content Creation (60%)

Manage, create, and write original, compelling, and relevant content for On the Boards communications channels, website, and platforms as it aligns with OtB’s annual plan, including social media content, promotional materials, website updates, and copywriting. Collaborate with the Digital Media Manager and Director of Mar Comm to develop and sustain over‑arching and season‑specific branding.

Create content and content buckets for social media platforms to be used alongside archival content.

Write collateral copy for all external communications, which includes newsletters, social media, press releases, website content, digital and print ad campaigns, show‑related audience emails, and performance programs.

Support website and OtB.tv content updates and maintenance.

Collaborate with the Digital Media Manager and Director of Mar Comm to develop institutional, seasonal, and campaign specific branding.

Under the supervision of the Director of Mar Comm and in partnership with the Social Media & Communications Manager, responsible for some graphic design for collateral and content used across organization for institutional, annual, and campaign specific branding. Adobe Suite is used as primary platform.

Communications & Community Management (30%)

Develop, manage, and report on content strategy alongside Mar Comm team.

Serve as the point person for online and social media community management.

Manage all external communication and marketing platforms which primarily include Facebook, Instagram, Mailchimp, Linked In, Google Ads, and external media partnerships.

Develop and manage newsletter campaigns.

Track and report on campaign performances across all communications channels (email, social media, web analytics).

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