Marketing Coordinator

The Organization

The Englert Theatre is a performing arts organization based in Iowa City, Iowa. Housed in a historic theater (est. 1912) in the heart of downtown, The Englert serves as a key community activator. Our values and programmatic practices center a wide range of voices and perspectives, honor historic preservation, and demand ongoing self-analysis and evolution toward a more inclusive community.

Our Mission

To inspire and activate positive community growth through the arts

Job Description

The Marketing Coordinator will support the marketing team in promoting The Englert’s events, programs, and overall brand. The role will involve a combination of social media marketing, email communications, and content production, with a primary focus on show promotion and integrating The Englert’s mission into strategy-based media campaigns.

This position provides space to work independently, as part of an intimate team, and with staff from other departments and focus areas.

Anticipated Work Schedule

Reports To

Marketing Director

Core Job Duties

Social Media Marketing (10 hrs/wk)

• Deploy a consistent calendar of content across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok
• Manage social media calendar to align with event-specific marketing plans and The Englert’s overall communication calendar
• Write copy for social media posts and advertising
• Execute digital ad campaigns on Meta and other related platforms
• Manage engagement on social platforms like comments, mentions, tags, reposts, etc.
• Contribute creative ideas for native content and storytelling on social media

Email Communications (2 hrs/wk)

• Draft weekly email campaigns for Englert newsletters  and show announcements

Content Production (8 hrs/wk)

• Edit photo and video content for event-related promotion
• Produce materials for show announcements and community engagement efforts
• Edit graphic design assets on Adobe Creative Suite
• Design print materials like posters, handbills, and building signage

Required Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• At least one year of experience in professional social media management, with proven results in audience growth and retention
• Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)
• Demonstrated knowledge of event photo/videography, short-form editing, and web content writing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Google Workspace, Meta advertising, and project management tools
• Ability to meet emergent deadlines and work autonomously
• An interest in live music and performing arts

The Performing Arts Industry

Our organization’s schedule follows the touring industry, with busy seasons in October-December and February-May. This position is subject to some non-traditional work hours, like working events in the evening.

A Note Regarding Experience

Excited about this job, but don’t think you meet all of the requirements? Studies have shown that members of marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every listed qualification. At The Englert, we want to build a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate to join our team.

Application Materials Required

Ready to apply? Gather the necessary resources and click the link below to apply.

• Cover Letter
• Current Resumé with 3 References
• Samples of Work — Please provide a pdf document with a collection of your best work samples (3 minimum) that highlight your abilities in at least one of these areas: social media management, Adobe Creative Suite, photo/videography, editing, or copywriting. Candidates are not expected to have expert level samples in all areas, but rather demonstrate a base level of skill in media. Samples do not have to be from paid work experience; academic or extracurricular work is welcome. If you have any questions regarding this section or have trouble submitting your samples, please contact ella@englert.org. Some examples of what you can include are:
  • Social media posts you created for professional accounts 
  • Link to creative videos you filmed/edited
  • Event, concert, or portrait photography you took
  • Online or print materials you designed (posters, social media graphics, handbills, etc.)
  • Link to website pages you helped manage, with details of your involvement
  • Writing pieces like editorials, blog posts, press releases, news articles, etc.