Working Title Communications Coordinator
Department/College/Unit - Lied Center for Performing Arts-0854
Requisition Number S_130218
Posting Open Date 04/17/2013
Application Review Date:
(To insure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/02/2013
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Responsible for public relations, media relations, image and message development, and general relationship building. Responsible for internal and campus communications, ad sales for current advertisers, non-paid marketing trades/collaborations, communications for Friends of Lied, and Lied Center advocacy. Identify and implement strategies to develop new audience members for different art forms. Develop and implement public relations plans which effectively promote Lied Center season events, the Lied mission, arts education programs, and other programs, including facility and rental services. Manage Lied playbill advertising sales with current advertisers. Work in co-operation with Marketing Manager to maximize media exposure to increase ticket sales income. Work in cooperation with Lied management in building patron and public support of the Lied Center. Develop, implement, monitor and adjust public relations budget/expenditures in cooperation with finance operations.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in arts management, communications, public relations, public administration, marketing or related field including fine arts education, or business, plus two years’ experience that clearly demonstrates an understanding of effective community advocacy and public relations required; equivalent education/experience considered. Excellent written and oral communication skills, and effective public and community relations skills essential. Knowledge of computer applications and planning required. Must have an understanding of media/public relations.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer Master’s degree in arts management, communications, public relations, public administration, marketing, or related field including fine arts education, or business; successful track record of being responsible for increasing organizational awareness and media coverage in a 2 year period; audience development experience or other background in performing arts; and proven ability to meet deadlines. Experience in institutional budget development and management is beneficial.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary Minimum $35,000/annually
How to Apply
Click on the words “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Petra Wahlqvist, 402-472-8089, pwahlqvist2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Occasional evenings & weekends based on events
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: 06/01/13
Apply online at: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/35304