Marketing Specialist
University of Iowa

Job Info

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College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Division of Performing Arts
Marketing Specialist
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and t he Division of Performing Arts are seeking a Marketing Specialist. This position will s upport the missions of the School of Music and the Division of Performing Arts by marketing the academic programs, productions, concerts, and events. Develop and implement marketing plans for respective departments. Responsible for overall School of Music brand in all areas of marketing communications. Works with leadership to establish marketing priorities for concerts, events, recruiting, alumni/donor communication.
Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee branding strategies and positioning.
• Maintain brand consistency in all marketing materials
• Work with SOM Director to define marketing expectations for different levels of performances and productions.
• Create marketing plans for a limited number of ticketed events that support revenue goals for each event; set respective marketing budgets and define media selection for target audiences.
• Collaborate with department, collegiate and UI staff on events calendar management and publicity.
• Produce recurring and one-time publications and brochures such as Iowa Music magazine, Division of Performing Arts season brochure, UI Opera Theater season brochure, and School of Music recruiting viewbook.
• Develop design concepts for production marketing, carrying over concept into advertising, direct mail, digital, social, and other visual pieces.
• Provide content development and graphic design for various publications for general marketing and recruiting needs. In addition to production concept, ensure departmental and University branding is reflected in all materials.

For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #21003399. Salary for this position will be $ 42,984 to commensurate.
For a detailed job description please email Kellie-Kucera@uiowa.edu .
Education Required:
A Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Communications or equivalent education and experience.
Required Qualifications:

• 3 years related professional experience in creation of marketing strategy and execution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to write effectively under deadline for a variety of purposes, goals, audiences, and media
• Proficient in computer software applications including Microsoft Office and the Adobe Creative suite, including Photoshop and InDesign.
• Experience in producing social media content for multiple channels, supporting an overall social media strategy
• Portfolio of work samples that demonstrate quality and relevance of marketing ability through various channels

Desirable Qualifications:

• MBA in Marketing
• Experience in performing arts marketing and communication

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "relevant file" to the submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and export control screening. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
The Department and the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences are strongly committed to diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Marketing Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 42,984
• Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Liberal Arts
• Contact Name: Kellie Kucera
• Contact Email: Kellie-Kucera@uiowa.edu

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