Communications and Marketing Coordinator

Communications and Marketing Coordinator
Communications and Marketing Coordinator (Part-Time/Year-Round)
About This Opportunity

The Communications and Marketing Coordinator will report to the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager and will assist with graphic design, content creation, social media management and, public outreach at the Garden. They will develop materials for print and digital use and engage in on and off-site outreach. This is an exciting opportunity to help expand public awareness of Queens Botanical Garden and its collections and programs.

Responsibilities

Design and create digital and print materials, including sponsorship decks, brochures, flyers, and signage for the Garden, according to organizational brand guidelines

Take and edit photographs of Garden events, horticulture, programs, and community

Research, develop ideas, and contribute feedback to inform ongoing content development for digital media channels and print materials with Senior Communications and Marketing Manager

Assist with tracking social media and content performance

Contribute to community management on our social media channels — replying to DMs and comments, and conducting virtual outreach on other institutions pages.

Complete administrative tasks such as updating email databases, journalist contact lists, recordkeeping, digital archiving, etc.

Help devise self-guided interpretive materials and signage

Serve as a public liaison and market QBG programs/events onsite and offsite throughout NYC

Other tasks as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design, visual arts, or related field

At least two years of related professional experience

Interest in and knowledge of ecology, horticulture, environmental sustainability, and/or arts/culture

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Bridge, etc.)

Excellent writing, communication, organizational and “people” skills

Ease with technology and aptitude in word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs, including Microsoft Office, CMS, and Constant Contact

Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects at a time

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Availability to staff evening and weekend events when needed

Bilingual skills in Spanish or Mandarin, a plus

Photography and/or video skills, a plus

This is a part-time year-round position for up to 18 hours per week, with occasional required evenings and weekends. Benefits offered include free parking, employee discounts, and access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions.

Compensation: $25/hour

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