Job Title: Marketing Director
Reports To: General Manager
Salary: $30,000/year
Tenure/Time Base: Full-Time (40 hrs./week)
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Field: Arts and Culture, Performing Arts
ABOUT THE GOODWILL THEATRE
Goodwill Theatre, Inc. was established in 2001 with a mission is to create and operate a dynamic regional Performing Arts and Conference Center with a professional Training Academy that will enrich the lives of our residents and visitors through education, events and performances. In 2007, GWT opened the Firehouse Stage as the first performance venue. In 2008, the Firehouse Stage was named the Schorr Family Firehouse Stage. Currently, the venue hosts over 65 events annually, including cabaret, classics, theater for young audiences, classical piano, jazz, puppets, and private rentals. Due to COVID-19, 2021 summer programming will take place outside the Schorr Family Firehouse Stage in a large tent. This job may include some night/weekend hours.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Marketing Director assists in the distribution of public information about the Goodwill Theatre, Inc. (GWT) and the Schorr Family Firehouse Stage (SFFS) to the public, with direction and input from the General Manager and the Chief Operating Officer (CEO). The Marketing Director is responsible for the fulfillment of sponsorship contracts and advertising opportunities of the organization, providing sponsor recognition and sponsor benefits and documenting the same. The Marketing Director assists with the maintenance of the contact database for the organization and possesses the ability to manipulate the database as needed. The Marketing Director maintains the annual grants calendar, assists the CEO with grant writing as needed, and provides the necessary report filing for grant fulfillment. The Marketing Director generates the collateral material for GWT and the SFFS including but not limited to the season program and brochure, program advertisements, newspaper and radio advertisements, website, social networking, email marketing, newsletter, and appeals. The Marketing Director helps to coordinate fundraising events and will work events at the SFFS as needed for backup purposes. This job necessitates work on nights and weekends as needed, so the flexibility of hours is needed. The Marketing Director must possess strong communication, writing, oral, and multi-tasking skills, be proficient in working with Microsoft Office programs, and will work with the Blackbaud Altru fundraising system that is integrated into GWT operations. The Marketing Manager will promote positive public relations for GWT at all times.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years working in a non-profit environment, with the ability to maintain a good working relationship with patrons, the public, and other staff. Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional programs and effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly express thoughts to others and exchange information, are a must. The ideal candidate will have focused attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. The Marketing Director must have the ability to maintain the confidentiality of files and other documents, generate clear and concise reports, and process bureaucratic reporting in a methodical, understandable, and timely manner. The Marketing Director must have a working knowledge of layout and design and general working knowledge of the grant process. The ability to dress in an appropriate manner and a valid driver’s license with a good driving record are suggested.
Please submit a letter, resume and contact information for three references to:
Christine Springer, General Manager
67 Broad Street, Ste. 210, Johnson City, NY 13790
cspringer@goodwilltheatre.net
(607) 772-2404, ext. 307
Goodwill Theater Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, marital status, physical handicap, or Vietnam Era Veteran Status, except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists, while affirmatively developing avenues of entry and mobility for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and Vietnam Era Veterans.
