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Craft and Folk Art Museum
Communications and Public Relations Coordinator

View this position online @ http://www.cafam.org/jobs.html

JOB SUMMARY

The Communications and Public Relations Coordinator will report to the
Executive Director and create and disseminate marketing and public relations
materials via printed materials, the museum website, and social networks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Design and coordinate the production of all electronic and printed
marketing collateral using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
* Design, edit, and maintain content on CAFAM website using Adobe
Dreamweaver
* Assemble, organize, and archive photos for the museum¹s use
* Write, design and distribute press releases, maintaining up to date press
lists with contacts, and managing general public relations.
* Create and disseminate marketing and publicity for CAFAM via Facebook,
Twitter and other social networks while leveraging networks to create and
nurture relationships with constituents.
* Initiate and manage special promotions and marketing campaigns to increase
attendance
* Process admission fees, workshop registration fees, donations and other
payments.
* Field and direct phone calls, take messages and record automated phone
lines monthly.
* Maintain donor and membership database and build strategic mailing lists
based on database affiliates.
* Recruit and manage front-desk volunteers
* Manage RSVPs for public programs and events
* Assist during membership and special events including some evenings.
* Act as frontline staff on Saturday and Sunday

REQUIREMENTS
Must be available to work a full time WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY schedule
* Minimum of one year graphic design and web generalist experience.
* BA or BFA
* Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
* Proven ability to oversees all marketing, advertising and promotional
activities.
* Thorough understanding of branding principles and tactics through
multimedia including the Web.
* Proven ability to design, develop and implement both strategic programs
and supporting tactics.
* Superior written and verbal communication skills, and highly developed
interpersonal skills.
* Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task
and set priorities within tight time lines and high client expectations.
* Ability to quickly grasp arts related concepts and express them in clear
language.
* Flexible and open to changing priorities and managing multiple tasks €
Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Word, Excel, Dreamweaver,
Photoshop, Illustrator
* Comfortable and effective working in a small organization
* Positive attitude and solution-oriented approach

TO APPLY
Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to
employment@cafam.org
PLEASE INCLUDE ³Communications and Public Relations Coordinator² in the
subject line.

or

Mail: Craft and Folk Art Museum | 5814 Wilshire Boulevard | Los Angeles, CA
90036

About the Craft and Folk Art Museum
The Craft and Folk Art Museum (CAFAM) champions cultural understanding by
presenting exhibitions and programs that bridge local and global cultures,
and inspire a sense of inquiry and creativity within all people. Located on
Los Angeles¹ Museum Row it is the city¹s only institution exclusively
dedicated to celebrating craft and folk art. CAFAM works to recognize
emerging artists and make art accessible to all audiences, serving as a
forum in which art can be presented and described by the artists and
communities who create it. All exhibitions and public programs are developed
in close collaboration with community cultural groups to ensure authentic
expression.

In addition to the exhibitions on view, CAFAM hosts the Shop@CAFAM, an
on-site and online shopping experience that purveys fair-trade art and
handicrafts from local and global artists and artisans who are rooted in
both traditional and contemporary craft.

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