Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra is currently hiring a Director of Marketing & Communications. This is a highly collaborative role, and competitive candidates will have a passion for youth development and music education. Applications received by December 1 will receive priority. Click here to learn more & apply.
As our Director of Marketing and Communications, you will create, implement, and manage a comprehensive marketing strategy for SYSO. You will work cross-functionally with the administrative and artistic teams to promote SYSO, drive ticket sales, and meet revenue goals. As a member of our leadership team, you will work closely with the Executive Director to increase SYSO’s reach, reputation, and impact across the region.
About SYSO: Founded in 1942, Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra (SYSO) is one of North America's largest and most highly regarded youth orchestra training programs. The organization creates access to music education for more than 1,800 young people each year, and its membership reflects the rich diversity of the greater Seattle community. Through seven youth orchestras, summer programs, a music school, and extensive partnerships with schools and community groups, SYSO creates engagement opportunities for thousands of young musicians, audience members, and patrons each year.
SYSO’s mission is to harness the power of music education to provide young people with pathways to artistic excellence, intellectual development, and emotional growth. SYSO’s vision is to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for young people publicly performing in ensembles large and small throughout the greater Seattle area. SYSO envisions a youth orchestra community that advances equitable artistic practices, uplifts all musicians, and provides educational experiences connected to their lives and communities.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in marketing and/or communications, preferably for a nonprofit, arts organization, youth program, or educational institution.
Demonstrated ability to lead communications for a small to mid-sized organization and experience with crisis management.
Experience with customer relationship management software, ticketing platforms, or other databases; experience with Salesforce is preferred.
Experience with design and video editing software is beneficial.
Founded in 1942, Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra (SYSO) is one of North America's largest and most highly regarded youth orchestra training programs. The organization creates access to music education for more than 1,800 young people each year, and its membership reflects the rich diversity of the greater Seattle community. Through seven youth orchestras, summer programs, a music school, and extensive partnerships with schools and community groups, SYSO creates engagement opportunities for thousands of young musicians, audience members, and patrons each year.
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