POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing & Communications, the Marketing Assistant is a key part of the marketing team responsible for the execution of administrative marketing tasks in the areas of advertising, public relations, and promotions.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communications

• Assist in coordinating public relations activities. Including promotional and community events including cast parties, meet & greet, and talkbacks.
• Make timely updates to content on the Shea’s website.
• Work with IT to keep website content updated and engaging.
• Daily monitoring of the social media channels.
• Posting/creating content to social media channels.
• Create and execute email blasts for Shea’s Performing Arts Center, including Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, Shea’s 710 Theatre, and Shea’s Smith Theatre.
• Data management- run lists for email distribution. Work with IT to ensure updated lists are being used for distribution.
• Coordinate communications for venue rental clients.
• Work with the marketing team to develop content for email blasts, social media, newsletters, and other departmental needs.

Materials

• Coordinate localization of marketing materials.
• Order materials from vendors, ensuring timely delivery.
• Keep materials organized and current.
• Distribute materials and set up signage throughout respective theatre.
• TV/Radio spot downloads and localization.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Press Release and other document writing.
• Editing and proofreading
• Maintain Marketing Calendar
• Ticketing maintenance/reporting
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School graduate or equivalency.
• Basic Administrative experience.
• Previous Marketing experience a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with multiple departments.
• Organization abilities, attention to detail and experience in managing multiple tasks in high pressure, deadline-oriented environment.
• Verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain self-supervision, as well as ability to work productively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in computer applications and attention to detail. Solid experience with social media including website, blogs, Facebook, Instagram, etc.
• Foster a positive working environment for team, demonstrate a committed mindset.
• The position may require work on evenings or weekends.
• Able to climb multiple sets of stairs (there is no elevator currently inside Shea’s Buffalo Theatre).
• Able to accommodate local travel. Valid Drivers’ License and acceptable driving history are required due to travel requirements for this position.

Compensation and Benefits: Shea’s Performing Arts Center offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience, and a benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance, a generous employer contribution toward a 403(b)-retirement plan and the extraordinary quality of life and recreation opportunities offered by the beautiful Western New York region.

Shea’s Performing Arts Center

About Shea’s Performing Arts Center: Located in Buffalo, New York, Shea’s Performing Arts Center opened in 1926 as Shea’s Buffalo Theatre. Nicknamed The Wonder Theatre, Shea’s Buffalo Theatre was the dream of Michael Shea. Originally serving as a movie house, it would later stage vaudeville shows and play host to the likes of the Marx Brothers, Frank Sinatra, George Burns, and Bob Hope. Today, Shea’s PAC presents touring Broadway musicals and other live entertainment in its three venues: Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, Shea’s Smith Theatre, and Shea’s 710 Theatre. Its mission is to restore and preserve Shea’s Buffalo Theatre as a working historic theatre, introduce and engage new audiences with Shea’s 710 and Shea’s Smith Theatres, and facilitate diverse, inclusive community-building arts and education experiences throughout Western New York.

The historic crown jewel of Shea’s PAC, Shea’s Buffalo Theatre was saved from demolition in the 1970s by The Friends of Buffalo Theatre. This nonprofit organization was responsible for getting Shea’s Buffalo Theatre listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Over the past 20 years, more than $30 million in restorations has been completed, including a stage house expansion. The restorations also allowed Buffalo to keep the only surviving Tiffany-designed theatre in magnificent condition for patrons and the community to enjoy. A highly sought-after venue for globally recognized entertainers, Shea’s Buffalo Theatre is currently ranked in the top three markets in the United States for one-week touring Broadway productions.  With approximately 80-100 ticketed events each year at three venues combined, Shea’s PAC boasts 16,000 subscribers and an average annual paid attendance of 325,000+ people, with an additional 11,000 community members participating in arts engagement and educational events.

TO APPLY: Submit resume, and cover letter that speaks to your qualifications and what excites you about the position and working with Shea’s PAC by selecting the “APPLY” button below or by emailing HR@sheas.org with “Marketing Assistant” in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter until the position is filled. In order to maintain an equitable process, everyone must apply online through email. Any candidate who requires different accommodations to submit an application should contact kboyle@sheas.org.  No Phone Calls Please.

Shea’s Performing Arts Center is committed to creating a culturally diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

It is important that our hiring practices reflect a commitment to diversity, and we strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. We are further committed to considering applicants who are well-rounded but do not fulfill every qualification.