Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator

The Walker Art Center empowers people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways. In our over 125-year history, we have become one of the most celebrated art museums in the country and we are known for our innovative presentations and acclaimed collections of contemporary art across the spectrum of the visual, performing, and media arts.

The Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator supports projects and initiatives to expand public awareness, drive audience engagement, and amplify the Walker’s brand. The role partners closely with colleagues throughout the organization to communicate the Walker’s programs and ensure excellent execution of marketing and communications campaigns.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO 

Communications and press coordination

• Work across departments to compile and synthesize program information for press releases and other communications
• Draft press materials, including press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, and FAQs
• Build and route press releases for distribution
• Maintain press release calendar and the press contact CRM
• Track and analyze press coverage; generate exhibition and project-specific reports
• Evaluate requests for photo and film shoots; manage scheduled shoots, including coordination with internal stakeholders, contracts, scheduling, and on-site logistics 
• Manage and create the internal staff newsletter   
•  Organize and lead media events, including press previews and special events  

Marketing coordination

• Manage marketing design requests for on-time delivery, traffic deliverables to advertising partners
• Route and collect feedback on marketing proofs
• Collaborate with the design team project manager for seamless alignment of project and production management, timelines, and workflows
• Manage website content updates, ensuring accuracy and marketing calendar alignment
• Coordinate photo shoot planning and delivery of assets to the marketing team 
• Gather and maintain assets, including exhibition checklists, imagery, and other key information 
• Build E-flux announcements for exhibitions, including scheduling, building, and reviewing with interdepartmental collaborators
• Maintain online event calendar listings
• Organize and attend off-site marketing activations   

Departmental coordination

• Support managing department budget, including invoice processing and credit card reconciliation
• Serve as the team liaison and coordinate projects across the organization
• Implement processes to improve team communication and collaboration 
• Maintain inventory of office supplies
• Manage and maintain the department’s digital file system
• Respond to public-facing inbox inquiries
• Other assigned marketing and communications support tasks

WHAT WE NEED IN YOU 

Requirements

• 1 year of communications or marketing coordination experience
• Excellent writing/editing, project management, and research skills   
• A high degree of initiative and attention to detail, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines 
• Problem solver who can articulate ideas, highlight opportunities, and offer solutions 
• Natural collaborator who enjoys working closely with others. Strong communication skills to work with various departments and management levels. 
• A commitment to equity as an institutional goal and comfort with inclusive and accessible language and marketing planning 
• Ability and judgment to maintain confidentiality  
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Office suite and remote coworking software required, familiarity with Mailchimp, media monitoring software such as Meltwater or Cision a plus  
• Active interest in contemporary arts and culture   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS   

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.   

  
  

JOB SPECIFICATIONS This position is considered full-time (35 hours per week),  non-exempt. As an non-exempt position, it is eligible for overtime pay. The compensation for this role is $25.09 - $26.00 hourly. 

The Walker offers a wide range of benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, click link to view benefits: https://walkerart.org/primary-benefits-package/

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. 

Walker’s DEI commitment The Walker is committed to being an employer with a staff who, at all job levels, reflects the rich diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We are dedicated to ensuring inclusion and equity in all our employment practices. We deeply value and welcome all the unique lived experiences in our applicants and encourage anyone meeting the minimum requirements to apply.

Recruitment Timeline All positions are open until filled. 

Salary : $25 - $26