Digital Content Coordinator

Summary

The Digital Content Coordinator is a key role within San Diego Opera. Opera isn’t just listened to. It’s a visual experience, and before a guest ever takes a seat in the theatre, their attention was probably captured from an email, an ad on the internet, or something on social media – all visuals created by the Digital Content Coordinator. 

If you’re the ideal candidate, you’re a Photoshop whiz who’s very comfortable creating graphics and working with online social media and web publishing platforms. You're a self-starter and problem-solver with a strong work ethic and impeccable attention to detail, who takes responsibility and ownership of projects from start to finish. You’re a designer/creator excited to use your talent, taste, and creativity growing the audience for stunning, world-class opera in Southern California.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Digital Content Coordinator position is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position with a full benefits package. The position works a 35-hour week with an hourly rate range of $30–35.

About San Diego Opera

Founded in 1965, San Diego Opera has delivered exceptional performances and inspiring educational programs to a wide audience in San Diego for more than 60 years, with a strong focus on community partnerships and the transformative and expressive power of the human voice. With a commitment to innovative storytelling, lifelong learning and engagement, and an awareness of great music’s power to bring audiences together, San Diego Opera provides a lasting cultural service to its community.

Core Responsibilities

• Create marketing emails using Photoshop and Wordfly, San Diego Opera’s email marketing platform.
• Create digital ads for internet ad campaigns.
• Create social media content for Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms.
• Generate email lists in Tessitura, San Diego Opera’s CRM software.
• Edit video for ads, as needed.
• Be present at performances as a representative of San Diego Opera.

Qualifications and Traits

• 1–3 years of experience in digital content creation, social media management, email marketing, or a related field (unpaid work counts too!).
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Hands-on experience managing Facebook and Instagram, including content creation, scheduling, and basic analytics.
• Experience creating and sending email campaigns using platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.
• Excellent visual storytelling and copywriting skills, with a keen eye for design.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to gracefully handle multiple priorities in stressful situations and a fast-paced environment.
• A willingness to take ownership of all digital projects, and do the work necessary to meet deadlines and maintain the Opera’s high standards.

Preferred:

• Experience in the performing arts, opera, classical music, or another not-for-profit organization.
• Familiarity with video editing tools (Final Cut Pro, CapCut, or similar).
• Basic knowledge of digital advertising best practices.
• Basic knowledge of HTML tags

Other requirements

• Weekday schedule is in-office, Monday through Friday. There is a work-from-home option one day per week.
• Weekend and evening work is required for performances. There are four opera productions, and four performance weeks per year.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and remain on feet for extended periods during events.
• Knowledge and love of opera is a plus. Desire to learn more about opera is a must.

Benefits

• Full time, hourly, non-exempt position
• Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation and sick days

To Apply:

Please email a cover letter and resume to Ed Hofmeister, Director of Marketing and Communications at jobs@sdopera.org, with the words “Digital Content Coordinator” in the subject line. No calls please. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are welcome. San Diego Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Tips: Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.