EMPLOYMENT

Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC), a non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for artists and cultural organizations that stimulate economic development and improve quality of life in the DC metropolitan area, is accepting applications for a Marketing and Communications Manager. Flashpoint, our downtown arts incubator, offers affordable space for arts presentations and mentors up-and-coming artists and organizations through residency, gallery and theatre lab programs. Source, located in the 14th Street arts corridor, is a multi-user performing arts venue equipped with administrative, rehearsal and performance spaces for resident companies and other performing arts groups in the DC area.

The Marketing and Communications Manager position requires experience in communications, marketing and public relations planning and implementation for the purpose of positioning the organization, creating media visibility and increasing earned revenue and audiences. This position reports to the Director of External Relations and, in collaboration with the CuDC staff, will develop CuDC's marketing plan with strategies and tactics to support the organizationís development and program/services goals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the brand master for CuDC's organizational identity and visual brand; centralize internal and external communications.
• Manage marketing and publicity for Flashpoint and Source events including exhibitions, theatre performances and special events.
• Work with program staff to develop messaging, timelines, annual marketing and communications plan and budgets and create audience development and ticketing strategies.
• Create and/or manage all CuDC print and electronic materials including websites, media releases, invitations, programs, annual reports, and e-newsletters.
• Oversee email marketing and social media campaigns to ensure effective messaging.
• Liaise with media; develop and administer organization's media contacts and coverage and other external listservs.
• Liaise with the PR and Marketing committee of the Board of Directors and volunteers.
• Supervise the work of an intern.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration, Marketing or Communications preferred.
• Two to three years experience in marketing, communications and/or public relations.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, strong design sensibility.
• Experience with both digital and print-based marketing.
• Experience tracking and analyzing the efficacy of websites, emails and web-based marketing efforts, including Google Analytics and tracking URLs over social media.
• Knowledge of MS Office, PowerPoint, desktop and Internet publishing software, including HTML, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of Raiser's Edge a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks on an ongoing basis.
• Knowledge of contemporary visual and/or performing art, particularly in the DC area.
• Comfort working in a cooperative environment that represents a broad range of artistic, cultural and social points of view.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.

Salary

How to apply:

To apply, submit a resumé with cover letter to:

Cultural Development Corporation
Attn: Marketing + Communications Manager
916 G Street, NW
Washington , DC 20001
E
F 202.315.1303

Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

FLASHPOINT PROGRAMS INTERN

Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC), a nonprofit organization that makes space for art, is accepting applications for a Programs Intern. Flashpoint, our downtown arts incubator, offers affordable space for arts presentations and mentors up-and-coming artists and organizations through residency, gallery and theatre lab programs. Source, located in the 14th Street arts corridor, is a multi-user performing arts venue equipped with administrative, rehearsal and performance spaces for resident companies and other performing arts groups in the DC area.

The Programs Intern offers the opportunity to work for and gain experience with an established arts service organization in the DC area. The position requires approximately 16 hours/week, including some Saturdays and evenings for special events. The Programs Intern will have the opportunity to work with CuDC’s Programs’ Staff – this includes the Flashpoint Gallery and Mead Theatre Lab Program. The position will receive a unique opportunity to learn about the wide variety of programs and services that Cultural Development Corporation offers to area artists and arts organizations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day administrative tasks of the Flashpoint Programs staff;
• Assist with management of artist submission files;
• Work on special projects in tandem with Program Managers;
• Coordinate mailings;
• Update database; and
• Help with exhibition and theatre openings, panel discussions and other events, as appropriate.

Requirements

• College senior, graduate student or recent graduate preferred
• Knowledge and interest in contemporary art; theatre; and arts administration and programming a plus
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on projects
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Individual must be comfortable working in a cooperative environment that represents a broad range of artistic, cultural and social points of view
• Availability for flexible work schedule, including evening events and Saturdays.

Commitment

How to apply

Cultural Development Corporation
Attn: Programs Intern Search
916 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
E
F 202.315.1303