Communications Specialist

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

39d • $44,766 - $71,706

About The Position

The Communications Specialist advances the Nasher Museum of Art’s mission and visibility by managing digital communications and promoting exhibitions, programs, and events to a broad audience. Under the guidance of the Communications and Marketing Director, this position oversees the museum’s website, monthly e-newsletter, and social media platforms, ensuring a consistent and engaging voice that reflects the museum’s vision and values.

Requirements

• Work requires communication and marketing skills normally acquired through a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Work generally requires one year related experience in advertising, marketing, media, promotions or public relations. OR ANY OTHER EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Experience with WordPress and digital content management; strong writing and editing skills
• Proficiency in social media strategy, content creation, and analytics
• Some skill in digital photography and image editing (Photoshop and related tools)
• Ability to support live events with real-time content capture
• Strong collaboration, communication, and project-management abilities
• Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive communication practices

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the museum’s website by creating WordPress pages for exhibitions, events, articles, and other content while ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and an engaging user experience
• Plan, write, and produce the museum’s bimonthly e-newsletter, coordinating content and images from across departments
• Promote museum exhibitions, events, and programs across digital platforms while ensuring all content aligns with the museum’s and university’s visual and editorial standards
• Track website and e-newsletter analytics to evaluate performance, guide content strategy, and support continuous improvement in digital engagement
• Coordinate the museum’s social media presence by creating and scheduling compelling content that reflects the institution’s voice, priorities, and strategic direction set by the Director of Communications and Marketing
• Grow and cultivate online audiences through thoughtful community engagement, timely and responsive interaction, and creative storytelling that highlights the museum’s exhibitions, programs, and mission
• Monitor trends in social media and digital communication within the arts and higher education sectors, recommending fresh approaches that enhance visibility and audience engagement
• Photograph programs, exhibitions, and special events to generate quality visual content for digital and print communications
• Edit images and produce polished assets using Photoshop and related design tools to support marketing and storytelling needs
• Provide on-site communications support during museum events—sometimes including evenings and weekends—capturing content and assisting with real-time promotion
• Collaborate with staff and the Director of Communications and Marketing to visually document and promote the museum’s programs, activities, and community impact

Benefits

• Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees