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Communications & Events Manager POSTED: Jul 31 Salary: 30,000.00 - 38,000.00 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Employer: Communications & Events Manager Type: Full Time - Experienced Categories: Communications/Public Relations, Events/Meeting Management, Marketing Required Education: 4 Year Degree About Communications & Events Manager The spirit and programs of the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts are based on the conviction that exceptional talent deserves to be supported. Our practical commitment to this belief is achieved by providing well-equipped studio spaces, living accommodations and a monthly stipend to artists who are awarded residencies. These artists come from around the world to work within a supportive community of like-minded people. The atmosphere and environment offer an ideal situation for creative growth and experimentation and encourage artists to confront new challenges. View all our jobs Communications and Events Manager The Bemis Center is seeking a communications professional with experience in both traditional and social media. We?re looking for a versatile writer who can tailor our message to fit any platform, from traditional press packets to 140-character tweets. Are you a proficient manager, capable of taking complex projects from conception to completion with remarkable deadline sensitivity? Now?s your chance to join Omaha?s premiere contemporary arts organization. Job Summary The Communications and Events Manager for the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts is an integral part of the Bemis Center?s Marketing team. Primary responsibilities include the development and distribution of publicity, marketing materials and managing internal and external events. This position will work directly with the Media Director and the Director of Operations to ensure the ongoing viability and promotion of the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts. The Communications and Events Manager reports directly to the Executive Director. Duties include, but are not limited to: Communications Develop clear, concise copy and content for press releases, website updates, print materials and social media networks ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with key online, print and broadcast media representatives Identify and solicit media opportunities for special events, exhibition openings, individual artists and staff members Promote organization at events and in media interviews Distribute news releases and media alerts and follow-up with phone and email communications Arrange interviews with print, television and radio media representatives. Maintain photo and video image files to facilitate print and digital media requests. Track all print and digital media for archival purposes Identify and develop new media contacts and maintain database of local, regional, national and international press contacts Events Manage Bemis Center master calendar of all events and programs Develop and implement internal and external events budget Maintain event business development with new and established customers Work with vendors, caterers and clients to plan and execute external events Work directly with Bemis Center staff to plan and execute internal events Manage Bemis Center master art auction calendar and timeline NOTES: Additional Salary Information: Full-time exempt position Salary depends on experience Employer paid life insurance for all full-time employees Health and medical benefits offered Voluntary vision benefit offered 9 recognized national holidays Access to a fitness center Flexible schedule Accrued paid time off (carries over annually) Business casual atmosphere Creative, dynamic atmosphere Qualifications Excellent verbal and written communications skills Experience in copy writing preferred Experience in event planning and coordination preferred Strong customer service skills with the ability to create and build relationships Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated and proactive Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work flexible schedule including some nights and weekends Must be able to work within given deadlines Proven public speaking skills to both small and large groups Must possess high-energy, outgoing personality Must be able to lift 20lbs Experience working with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Gmail and Google Documents and Calendar Bachelor?s Degree in Art, Journalism, Communications or Marketing, or equivalent years of experience in those fields Please send a letter of interest, resum? and any inquiries to Aileen Tobin, Director of Operations. 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