Director of Communications and Marketing

University of California Los Angeles

Budgeted Pay Scale: Between $93,000 to $95,000 Annually.
Full Salary Range: USD $92,600.00/Yr. - USD $202,200.00/Yr.


Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include cover letter.

Department Summary
The Fowler Museum at UCLA explores global arts and cultures with an emphasis on Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Indigenous Americas—past and present. The Fowler enhances understanding and appreciation of the diverse peoples, cultures, and religions of the world through dynamic exhibitions, publications, and public programs, informed by interdisciplinary approaches and the perspectives of the cultures represented. Also featured is the work of international contemporary artists presented within the complex frameworks of politics, culture and social action. The Fowler provides exciting, informative and thought-provoking exhibitions and events for the UCLA community and the people of greater Los Angeles and beyond.

Position Summary
The Director of Communications and Marketing is responsible for strategizing, developing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive, integrated strategic communications plan that ensures effective media relations, marketing, content, community relations and collaboration, and brand and identity programs and campaigns across diverse media that convey a strong identity with broad visibility for the Fowler Museum. Major areas of responsibility include media relations, digital marketing and communications, print and other out of home promotions, reputation and issues management, crisis communications, community relations and collaboration, content production and management, and project and budget management. Primary duties include: ensuring successful promotion and marketing of all Museum exhibitions and programs with the goal of increasing the volume and diversity of physical and online audiences and supporters; overseeing a proactive and comprehensive program of media relations that generates press and publicity for the Museum and increases awareness of its unique niche and ambitious goals; developing, shaping, and leading decisions about print and digital content consistent with institutional mission and excellence to further the Museum's position as a cultural leader; conceptualizing and executing the presentation of the Museum and its public image and identity as a dynamic cultural institution through design and branding in print, digital, and signage media; and overseeing department staff, operations, and finances. As an integral member of the Museum's Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Communications and Marketing works closely with and provides leadership and guidance to the Museum Director and other senior management on key communications decisions and matters affecting the Museum's public image and brand identity. The Director of Communications and Marketing also collaborates with other Museum department heads, including Curatorial, Education, Public Programs, Visitor Experience, Development, Operations, Technology, and Administration, in addition to working closely under the dual supervision of the Assistant Dean of Strategic Communications for the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture and serving as the primary point of contact for the Museum with UCLA Strategic Communications. This position requires regular in-person work at the Museum. A flex work agreement can be negotiated based on personal and institutional needs.

Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years' experience working in communications or public relations for a museum or cultural organization, or related organization. (Required)

Proven expertise developing, adapting, and implementing long-term, comprehensive strategic communications and marketing plans based on institutional needs and priorities, changing trends and circumstances, anticipated outcomes and issues, and available resources. (Required)

Strong and proven relationships with national and local arts editors and reporters; demonstrated ability to organize news conferences and onsite visits from the media. (Required)

Working knowledge of art and art history - esp. global arts and arts practices and sensitivity to issues related to representing other cultures. (Preferred)

Superior writing and editing skills; demonstrated ability to write and edit effective news releases, media advisories, pitch letters, fact sheets, calendar announcements, press preview invitations, public service announcements, social media posts, and advertising and banner copy. (Required)

Demonstrated ability to write and edit publications. (Required)

Excellent project management skills, including identifying project scope, assessing risks, scheduling, planning, budgeting, anticipating issues, identifying solutions, ensuring that all projects are completed as scheduled, evaluating projects and user experiences, and generating outcome. (Required)

Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills; ability to make effective presentations and discuss and present content, designs, and layouts. (Required)

Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills; ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with administrators, artists, curators, programmers, authors, vendors, donors, faculty, staff and volunteers. (Required)

Ability to effectively motivate, lead, and mentor staff and creative consultants to ensure high levels of productivity and motivation, as well as a positive working environment. (Required)

Demonstrated proficiency and capabilities with personal computers and software, and the Web Working knowledge of standard computer office applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint or other productivity software. (Required)

Ability to work weekends and evenings as needed. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Master's Degree Or Graduate degree in communications, writing, art history, humanities, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule
8:00am to 5:00pm, variable

Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered



To apply, please visit: https://jobs.ucla.edu/careers-home/jobs/4146

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