Communications & Content Coordinator

Appalachian State University•Boone, NC

39d•$18 - $19

About The Position

The Communications & Content Coordinator manages comprehensive communication functions for the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts, promoting exhibitions, special events, lectures, and workshops to the general public, campus constituents, and special populations. This position works collaboratively with the entire TCVA team, University Communications staff, and community marketing networks and media outlets across the region.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university, with a degree in Communication or Marketing or equivalent combination of skills, education and experience.
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Meeting goals and marketing deadlines is critical in this position.
Command of basic graphic design and web design skills essential.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service and public relations skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills with careful attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and work with frequent interruptions
Knowledge and proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign) and Canva
Experience working in an arts setting and/or fast-paced public environment
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and campaigns simultaneously
Social media management experience

Responsibilities

Design and produce visual marketing materials using Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro) and Canva
Create, curate, and manage all published content (images, video, written) for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram)
Design creative assets for print, digital, and other marketing, including advertisements, programs, banners, posters, and other promotional materials
Develop digital assets for email campaigns, e-newsletters, and web content
Produce video content and motion graphics for digital platforms
Design branded materials that maintain visual consistency across all TCVA communications and App State Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources
Update and maintain TCVA website (Wordpress)
Create engaging visual content for exhibitions, events, and programming
Photographic documentation of events, exhibitions, and programming for marketing and archival purposes
Write and distribute press releases for exhibitions, workshops, outreach activities, and special events
Coordinate content workflows, collaborating with internal teams and external print vendors to ensure timely development, approval, and production of all materials.
Participate as a team member by working closely with colleagues in curatorial, education, outreach, visitor/member services, administrative, and financial areas
Attend and participate in staff meetings
Coordinate marketing efforts with key functional areas of TCVA operations
Organize and archive photos and other marketing materials
Serve as in-house editor for all public-facing print materials