Communications, Research & Brand Development Consultant (Part Time Contract)

The Minneapolis Athenaeum, a historic center for rare books, manuscripts, and cultural heritage founded in 1859, is entering an exciting period of renewal.

Today, the Athenaeum is a volunteer led organization, guided by a small and committed Board of Directors and supported by a Bridge Strategy Consultant helping to stabilize operations, reestablish public presence, and prepare for upcoming programming and leadership transition.

As the organization prepares for events late summer/early fall as well as the launch of an Executive Director search, we are seeking a part time consultant to help support these efforts.

This is a short term, part time engagement designed for someone who enjoys building something thoughtfully from the ground up. The consultant will work in close collaboration with the Bridge Strategy Consultant, who will provide direction, context, and support as needs evolve.

Scope of Work
This role focuses on advancing a defined set of communications and research priorities:

Communications & Public Engagement

Maintain and update the Athenaeum website: www.mplsathenaeum.com

Develop and schedule social media content highlighting collections, partnerships, and programming

Draft promotional materials and announcements

Support press outreach and media opportunities

Assist with communications related to the Executive Director search

Promote key initiatives and events

Contribute to visual and narrative storytelling about the collection

Support light brand development work, including refinement or updating of the organization’s logo and visual identity as needed

Research & Organizational Development

Research grant and funding opportunities

Collaborate on development of proposals and partnership materials

Assist in organizing and documenting archival materials

Support program and exhibit preparation as needed, including occasional event attendance

Desired Qualifications

Experience in communications, research, or nonprofit/cultural work

Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and manage priorities within a limited weekly scope

Comfort with website updates and social media tools

Interest in rare books, history, or cultural heritage is a plus

Engagement Details

Time Commitment: 4 hours per week

Timeline: June through October (approximately 18 weeks)

Location: Hybrid (primarily remote with occasional on site work to generate content as well as meet with partners and attend events)

Compensation: $35/hour

Commitment to Equity
The Minneapolis Athenaeum is committed to building a more inclusive and representative cultural organization. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those historically underrepresented in the arts, humanities, and nonprofit sectors.

We are an equal opportunity organization and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Please submit resume and cover letter to: admin@mplsathenaeum.com

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