Job Summary
UP Theatre is looking for two digital storytellers to promote University of Portland Theatre programming. This role will assist UP Theatre with all marketing efforts to promote mainstage productions (between 4 to 6 a year); 10 hours a week, full academic year commitment. This role includes managing the UP Theatre Tik Tok and Instagram; curating the newsletter via Emma (8-10 a year); graphic design for social media, audition announcements, and other content as needed; film and edit short videos to promote individual shows or the program; writing, editing, and distributing press releases; distributing event posters in the community, assist in assembling the playbill by collecting bios and headshots; collaborating with other student employees and University Staff and partners; and other tasks as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
In-depth curiosity, knowledge, and understanding of marketing techniques Experience working in Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or other graphic design medium Attendance at UP Theater events Ability to communicate in written and visual forms with students, faculty, staff, and patrons Strong writing and proofreading skills Ability to work independently and take initiative Ability to learn new software systems quickly
Preferred Qualifications
Marketing and Arts Administration majors encouraged to apply. Marketing background and/or social media and branding experience preferred, but not required Experience with video production and editing preferred, but not required Experience as a photographer preferred, but not required Theatrical background and/or understanding of the process of building theatrical productions
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