Communication & Outreach Spec

Popejoy Hall, New Mexico's premier performing arts center, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Communications and Outreach Specialist to join our dynamic marketing team. In this role, you will help promote Popejoy Hall and its programs, performances, and community initiatives through writing outreach coordination, marketing support, and audience engagement efforts.

Seating up to 1,985 patrons, Popejoy Hall is the largest venue of its kind in the state. We host touring Broadway shows, symphony concerts, musical soloists and artists of international caliber, world-renowned ballet and modern dance companies, and distinguished speakers from a broad spectrum of disciplines.

Join our team and contribute to the vibrant arts and entertainment community. Applicants should include a cover letter, resume, and writing sample when you apply.

As a successful Communications and Outreach Specialist, you will:

• Write and edit print and digital communications aligned with Popejoy messaging, including show updates, subscriber materials, outreach event flyers, and season brochure copy.
• Serve as the primary coordinator and point of contact for Broadway education programs, including Broadway for Teens, Broadway Bridges, master classes, and workshops.
• Manage the Popejoy Schooltime Series, serving as the primary contact for participating patrons and overseeing the Schooltime Series Facebook page.
• Develop educational materials for performances and programs.
• Oversee the ecard process for Popejoy programs, including Popejoy Presents, the Schooltime Series, and Popejoy Hall rentals. This involves scheduling, coordinating on-sales, crafting ecards, managing mailing lists, and marketing initiatives as needed.
• Assist with and write grants or other materials that support programming and outreach efforts.
• Prepare reports related to outreach initiatives and audience engagement activities.
• Coordinate the schedule and staffing for marketing tables at all Popejoy Presents shows, new student orientations (NSOs), and community outreach events.
• Supervise student interns or volunteers as needed.
• Represent the department as needed at performances, informational fairs, and outreach events. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

To learn more about Popejoy Hall, please visit popejoypresents.com and schooltimeseries.com.

See the Position Description for additional information.

High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Degree in English or Communications or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience working in the performing arts a plus
• Ability to work on site for outreach programs as needed.

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.