Description

Sarasota Concert Association

Communications Manager (part-time position)

Celebrating its 77^th season of presenting internationally-renowned orchestras, chamber ensembles, and recitalists on its 5-concert Great Performers Series, the Sarasota Concert Association (SCA) also presents 5 free concerts featuring outstanding regional musicians.   This part-time position reports to the Executive Director.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Public Relations and Communications:

• Duties to include writing and sending press releases and calendar listings to media, managing social media posts and eblasts, and some management of concert details.

Marketing and Advertising:

• Write newsletter and ad copy, assist in all aspects of marketing campaigns including print ads and electronic media.

Fundraising:

• Assist in implementation of fundraising initiatives and writing grant proposals.

Artistic:

• Work with Executive Director on concert operation details for the Great Performers Series

Other duties as assigned.

 This is a part-time position, primarily working from home, approximately 15-20 hours per week, with flexibility depending on the season and concert schedule.  All applicants to include cover letter, resume and writing samples.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and knowledge of classical music preferred
• Experience working with the media in the Sarasota region preferred
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong computer skills, particularly Word and Excel
• Experience in social media, particularly Facebook