The Highlights:

Reporting to the Director of DePaul Art Museum, the Communications & Outreach Coordinator will manage communications marketing and outreach for DePaul Art Museum to increase awareness and build audiences. This position will develop and implement marketing communication efforts that meet budgetary and time constraints, while considering the museum’s overall communication objectives, university brand and strategic goals. This position will also help build and manage long-term relationships with university and community partners and manage communication for museum programs. 

What You'll Need:

• B.A. required, with emphasis on marketing, English, or communications preferred, master’s preferred
• At least two years of relevant work experience 
• Some experience with museums or cultural institutions, higher education, nonprofits, or community-based organizations
• Valid drivers license required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite especially Word processing, collections management software. 
• Familiarity with standards of art handling; proficiency in public speaking and the ability to deliver public presentations. 
• Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. The position will be hybrid located at DePaul Art Museum in Lincoln Park and remote. Occasional evening and weekend work is required based on programming needs
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, multi-task, and work efficiently under pressure and meet multiple deadlines as needed. 
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal and proofreading/editing skills.
• Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and human relations skills
• Demonstrated ability to engage and work effectively with a small team of co-workers, diverse range of scholars, artists, and community makers and activists
• Ability to build relationships and connect diverse audiences to DPAM programs and initiatives
• Understanding of marketing principles. 
• Knowledge of PhotoShop, QuarkXPress, and InDesign and/or similar graphic design programs helpful.
• Demonstrated interest in modern and contemporary art
• Experience with web content management, preferably Sharepoint
• Familiarity with social media platforms (and is an active user on major platforms)
• Familiarity with online management systems including Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Survey Monkey, Google Analytics/AdWords, and online management systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
• Ability to create digital assets (photo/video) with DSLR camera
• Ability to use Adobe Photoshop (Adobe Premiere Pro a plus)

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Sick time.
• Part-Time Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting ActDePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.