Job Description

We are seeking a creative individual for our marketing department at the Scottsdale Cultural Council, a leading nonprofit arts organization in the southwest. This unique opportunity is for a select candidate has a passion for the arts, and the powerful impact they can have on people’s lives, and understands the intricacies involved with implementing public relations initiatives for a variety of art related programs to a varied audience.

The Scottsdale Cultural Council was established in 1987 as a private, nonprofit management company contracted by the City of Scottsdale to independently administer its arts and cultural affairs. Since then, the Cultural Council has become a regionally and nationally significant arts organization with three principal operating divisions – each with a distinct focus and mission – spanning the performing and visual arts: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) and Scottsdale Public Art.

The Public Relations Specialist is an integral part of the Marketing Department, with the following duties:

  1. Serves as primary media contact for SMoCA
  2. Prepares and distributes news releases, calendars, story ideas, etc.
  3. Builds and maintains relationships with local media outlets
  4. Works with city, tourism and hospitality industry partners to promote organization
  5. Provides collaborative input into SCC overall branding and marketing/public relations activities for other divisions as well (Scottsdale Public Art, Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts)

Job Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 2 to 3 years experience. Art museum experience is preferred, or nonprofit experience. Position requires driving.

The Public Relations Specialist position is full time, with a rich benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, long term disability and more! We offer a 401K after a year’s employment and a Paid Time Off Program with a full holiday schedule. Salary commensurate with experience.

EOE

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Contact Person: Human Resources
Email Address: resumes@sccarts.org
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