The Senior Marketing Manager helps to connect audiences to contemporary art and programs offered by The Contemporary Austin. Working in close collaboration with others, both inter- and intra-departmentally, this position will develop campaigns and communications around exhibitions, fundraising, membership, educational programs, and other public-facing activities at The Contemporary Austin to engage and grow the museum’s audiences online and in person.

Responsibilities:

COMMUNICATIONS PLANNING & EXECUTION

• Collaborate within and across departments on integrated strategies and campaigns to effectively promote a broad range of museum activities to diverse audiences across mediums and platforms (e.g., print, digital, social media, email, signage, video, and audio) 
• Outline content ideas in the editorial calendar to ensure all audiences are engaged on a regular basis and implement once approved
• Propose and implement paid and owned media strategies for a portfolio of campaigns
• Serve as communications point of contact for gathering information from third parties (e.g., speaker bios, head shots, event details, etc.) when needed

DIGITAL

• Input and maintain all content on the museum’s website including the home page, exhibition pages, events, special landing pages, and more

• Manage Google Adwords and SEO/SEM for the museum
• Create and distribute email communications including newsletters and dedicated outreach

CONTENT CREATION

• Partner with Digital Content Coordinator to gather compelling content (photos and video) for social media, email, blog, and other uses to support institutional and brand storytelling and museum event and program promotion
• Engage with other departments to gather content ideas, stories, and assets
• Develop short- and long-form copy and content for use in social media platforms, email, blog, event webpages, print collateral, and more

OTHER DUTIES

• Support Director of Marketing & Communications as needed

Qualifications:

• Strong written, visual, and verbal communications skills 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Skilled in organization, task prioritization, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience of creative and innovative approaches to responsibilities 
• Desire to try new things and a willingness to push boundaries to increase effectiveness of marketing 
• Ability to set and achieve goals in established timeframes
• Experience with content management systems, email marketing tools, data analytics, and social media platforms and scheduling tools
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong experience with WordPress, email marketing platforms, Adobe Acrobat, Google Analytics, and social media management tools
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to work well in a collaborative, team environment with the ability to self-direct and be proactive in completing goal-oriented assignments 
• Can-do, flexible, resourceful, and goal-oriented attitude 
• Familiarity and interest in contemporary art and/or nonprofits
• Bachelor’s degree 
• 5 years of experience working in marketing, preferably in the arts and culture sector

How to Apply: 

Submit cover letter and resume at this link. Thank you for your interest in The Contemporary Austin and please keep an eye on our careers page for current opportunities.

Our MissionWe invite you to discover contemporary art in settings that provoke thought and joy. Our programs join art with place in a pursuit of a deeper experience, a bigger conversation, and a closer community.

Our Vision We believe in the capacity of art to transform lives. We dream of a future where more eyes, ears, hearts and minds are opened by contemporary art in all of its forms.

Our Values

Extending the Welcome – We want every person to feel like they belong here. Our invitation is completely open and inclusive.

Always Caring - We know that details matter. We care deeply about the quality of our work and about the experiences of our guests, the artists we collaborate with, our staff, and all those we have yet to meet.

Socially Mindful - We believe that contemporary art is a way for people to connect their personal experiences with the broader social and cultural dialogues of our place and time.

Staying Curious - We observe closely, listen intently, and inquire sincerely because we have a boundless fascination with people, art and ideas.

Making Progress - We always want to be better—to inspire more deeply, to engage more openly, and to serve more joyfully. We are mindful of feedback and committed to ongoing reflection and iteration.

Being Here - A place can transform your experience of art, and art can transform your experience of a place. We activate our downtown exhibition space and our lakeside sculpture park in imaginative ways to serve Austin.

Trying New Things - We believe in the importance of experimentation, play, and the surprise that often results from trying something new. We know that progress comes through both bravery and vulnerability.

About The Contemporary Austin

As Austin’s only museum focused on contemporary artists and their work, The Contemporary Austin offers exhibitions, educational opportunities, and events that start conversations and fuel the city’s creative spirit. Known for artist-centric projects and collaborations, The Contemporary invites exploration at both its urban and natural settings—downtown at the Jones Center on Congress Avenue, lakeside at the Laguna Gloria campus (including the Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park, the Art School, and the historic Driscoll Villa), and around Austin through the Museum Without Walls program.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusionand access (DEIA)

The Contemporary Austin values a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace and we seek to model these values in our hiring and engagement practices for all our artistic and educational programs. We welcome applications by BIPOC candidates as well as individuals who bring new perspectives in a host of ways. It is the policy of The Contemporary Austin not to discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status and to take action to ensure that those seeking to do business with the Contemporary are treated fairly. The Contemporary Austin aims to create a safe, welcoming working environment and doesn’t tolerate discrimination of any kind. The organization is currently pursuing a multi-year DEIA effort and seeks individuals who share our commitment to this work.