Program and Marketing Assistant (Temporary)

Reports To: Director of the Lawrence Community Music School

Location: Lawrence Community Music School

Position Type: Part-Time (non-exempt)

Hours Worked: ~30 hours per week

Primary Objectives

Act as initial point of contact for phone and walk-in traffic. Develop and distribute information for Lawrence Community Music School ( LCMS ) events and activities through use of web site, social media, and publications. Provide logistical and technological support for LCMS teachers and programs. This is a 30-hour/week position eligible for part-time benefits, running from date of hire until June 30th.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain LCMS website under guidance of LCMS Director and in consultation with Lawrence University Information Technology (IT) and Communications departments, and LCMS Registration and Billing Specialist.
• Create concert and recital programs, posters, fliers, print and electronic advertisements or promotions, and other print materials for LCMS music programs; work with LU Communications department for design and printing.
• Maintain LCMS social media channels.
• Communicate with internal and external LCMS constituents via mass email marketing system (Brevo) and Outlook.
• Publish events via internal LU calendars and external community web calendars.
• Compile and communicate program and audition information to music teachers in the wider community
• Assist with youth ensembles as follows:
• Create and maintain Google Classroom sites for all ensembles.
• Maintain music library; distribute and collect all ensemble music.
• Assist with youth ensemble auditions and concerts (this requires occasional evening and/or weekend work which will not result in overtime).
• Staff the LCMS office and work collaboratively with the Director and Registration and Billing Specialist to meet the needs of the program as a whole. Core hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 10:00am – 5:00pm
  
  

Working Relationships

Work collaboratively with all members of the Lawrence Community Music School team, staff, faculty and other members of the Lawrence community, including vendors, students, and parents.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• High level of comfort with word-processing, spreadsheet, and design software (Adobe Creative Suite preferred) as well as familiarity with website management.
• Creative abilities and layout skills to design, edit, and produce communication materials, including print media, website, and online interface.
• Experience in field of customer service or with youth programs and parents.
• Sensitivity for confidentiality of materials and information, especially as it relates to minors.
• Strong organizational and planning skills for balancing multiple projects and tasks.
• Collaborative decision-making skills and willingness to constantly evaluate and change processes to effect better outcomes.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekend hours required (see duties above).
• Show interest in and actively support initiatives that promote a more inclusive Lawrence community.
  
  

Employment Requirements

Must have successful completion of criminal and MVR background check, meet University Authorized Driver Policy requirements, and favorable completion of reference checks.

Application Materials

Please submit resume, cover letter, and a statement regarding your experience related to serving a diverse population of students and parents and/or your experience with marketing and communication best practices regarding diversity and inclusion initiatives.