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Administrative Paid Marketing Assistant (Part-Time) The Playwrights Realm New Yo

Playbill, Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261

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The Playwrights Realm, a not-for-profit Off-Broadway theatre company devoted to supporting early-career playwrights along the journey of playwriting, is seeking a part-time

Marketing Assistant . The position is available beginning in January 2026 and reports to the Marketing Manager.

The Marketing Assistant is a part-time non-exempt position, working an average of

15 – 20 hours per week , with hours flexing up and down depending on programming. Hours will generally be scheduled during regular business hours (Mon – Fri, 10 AM – 6 PM) but occasional nights and weekends may be required for events.

The Realm maintains a hybrid work environment, and while some tasks will require time spent in our administrative office, some of this work can be done remotely. Weekly schedule will be determined in conversation with the Marketing Manager.

Responsibilities Social Media

Managing, creating, monitoring, and tracking performance for our social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn)

Pitching and executing (copy and graphics) a weekly content plan that takes into account our brand voice, our programming, our network, and larger conversations in our industry.

Liaising with marketing departments at partner institutions for social media exchanges.

Mailing and Website

Regular upkeep, editing, and monitoring of The Realm’s website.

Creating and assisting with e-blast campaigns.

Maintaining our physical and digital mailing list.

Liaising with marketing departments at partner institutions for e-blast exchanges.

Programming-Related Marketing

Assisting the Marketing Manager in the development and execution of a marketing plan for our programming (INK’D Festival, Scratchpad Series readings, Beyond The Realm festival, and more)

Handling and creating simple collateral such as images and banners for social media, advertising, and email, and video cards for trailers and interviews.

Assisting the Marketing Manager in the creation, management, and analysis of digital advertising (Google Ads and other online advertising campaigns).

Assisting the Marketing Manager with closeout processes for all public-facing campaigns by updating our channels and archiving relevant files.

Ticketing/Box Office support

Assisting the Marketing Manager in the creation of the OvationTix events for in-person programming (Productions, INK'D Festival, and others) as needed.

Assisting the Marketing Manager in the tracking of sales/RSVPs for in-person events and the status of each performance, creating strategies to increase presence in less attended performances.

Serving as a box office rep during in-person events, coordinating with the House Manager, and managing patron check-ins.

General Support

Proofing all marketing materials before publication for grammar and correct name spellings.

Assisting with research, data entry, and archiving as needed. Additional support as needed for other Realm events and programs that involve the full staff (public events & readings, annual gala, etc).

Ideal Candidates Ideal candidates will have 0-2 years of relevant experience through jobs or internships, as well as:

A passion for theater and new plays

Facility with photo, video, and text-based social media

Organization and the ability to multitask

Alignment with The Realm's mission and values

Familiarity with the Adobe Suite

Experience (or interest) in copywriting, graphic design, or video editing

While many strong candidates may come from a theatre or marketing background, candidates with core competencies to fit this job who come from other backgrounds will be given strong consideration as well. Specific skills for this position can be taught, as long as the candidate is eager to learn.

Compensation for this position will be $20/hr. Part-time employees are eligible for paid sick days per New York State guidelines; The Realm also offers paid time off for part-time employees on days the office is closed for holidays. Part-time employees may be eligible for the company’s 401(k) plan after one year of service.

The Playwrights Realm is committed to anti-racist ideals, equity, and inclusion. We acknowledge that we all have implicit biases and will work to combat these. We strongly encourage candidates of color or those from underrepresented communities to apply.

To Apply Please email your application to

jobs@playwrightsrealm.org

with the subject line “Marketing Assistant”. Your application should include a résumé, a brief note on your interest in the position, and any relevant work examples (portfolios, writing samples, social media profiles, etc).

Applications will be accepted through

January 16th . Preference will be given to early applications. Flexible start date around January 30th.

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