Required Qualifications and Experience:

Key Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

• Assist the Director of Marketing and Communications in the strategic development and execution of annual institutional and programmatic communications campaigns.
• Supervise the Digital Content Creator in the strategic planning and execution of digital content to amplify and drive growth across all YPT communication platforms.
• Develop and implement media relations strategies toward growing awareness of YPT and its programs. You are the primary storyteller of the organization, building and nurturing relationships with local, regional and national media and creators.
• Create digital/print communications including press releases, brochures, promotional e-mails and house programs.
• Oversee website content management, email marketing, and social media strategy.
• Provide cross-departmental support in the planning and execution of communications campaigns including copy development and editing.
• Liaise with external vendors including but not limited to creative agency and IT consultan
• Provide reporting, key metrics, and analysis of communication initiatives.
• Attendance and support at opening nights and special events.
• Actively participate and work strategically as a member of the Marketing team.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• 3-5 years experience in communications including developing and delivering communications and media relations campaigns, preferably in an arts and/or entertainment setting.
• Degree or diploma in communications, journalism, pubic relations or equivalent.
• You are a creative, proficient storyteller and wordsmith with a keen eye for editing and aesthetics.
• You are able to craft a clear and consistent brand voice.
• You have exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate with media, partners and patrons with professionalism.
• Strong knowledge and experience of content creation platforms, website content management, and e-mail marketing tools.
• Due to the nature of the performing arts environment some occasional work will occur outside of regular office hours including some evenings and weekends.

To apply, email your details to [email protected]

Interested candidates can apply by emailing their resume and cover letter in one file with subject line “Communications Manager” to: [email protected] Submit applications by: February 7, 2025. YPT thanks all applicants but will only contact those selected for an interview.