Administrative & Communications Coordinator

Colorado Photographic Arts Center

Founded in 1963, the Colorado Photographic Arts Center (CPAC) is Denver’s largest and most established nonprofit organization dedicated to the art of photography. Each year, we present up to 10 exhibitions, offer 50+ classes and workshops, and host dozens of events to support Colorado’s photography community and inspire the public. We are a growing organization and recently moved to a larger location at 1200 Lincoln Street with two galleries, dedicated classroom space, larger darkroom, and more! We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and positive self-starter to join our team. This part-time position requires on-site work at CPAC.

The Administrative & Communications Coordinator is the key point person for the general public. The position will develop social media for all channels, assist with class registration, donor maintenance, events, and public relations.

MISSION & LOCATION

CPAC is dedicated to fostering the understanding and appreciation of excellent photography through exhibitions, education, and community outreach. CPAC is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization serving as a resource to its members and the community with programs that have regional and national impact. CPAC is located at 1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111 in the Golden Triangle Arts District of Denver. Learn more at cpacphoto.org.

CPAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity and strives to be an inclusive organization. We are committed to building a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic, disability, or age.

Responsibilities

Administrative

  • Provide exceptional customer service by greeting gallery visitors and creating a positive visitor experience

  • Answer phones, assist with questions, check the info@ email

  • Oversee day to day gallery operations including: opening and closing the gallery, ensuring the space is clean and presentable, ensuring bathrooms are stocked, update slideshow on TV in gallery, and sign goes outside

  • Refine office procedures inventory/purchase office supplies

  • Track gallery attendance, collect guest zip codes and enters data into SCFD tracking spreadsheet

  • Help coordinate event registrations in the gallery, including portfolio reviews, off-site, and darkroom/digital lab rentals

  • Assist Education and Programs Manager with student registration and details

  • Assist members in checking out and checking in library books

  • Assist in exhibition material preparation

  • Pull images and details for the annual CPAC calendar

  • Sending out correspondence including member and donor acknowledgment letters/emails, as well as new, renewed and expired membership letters

  • Month of Photography: assist with events and provide administrative support where needed

Communications

  • Build and update social media strategy for CPAC’s 5 social media accounts, including: FB, IG, LinkedIn, Month of Photography Denver FB, and Month of Photography Denver IG.

  • Manage and create social media content

  • Write engaging, creative social media copy: draft and proof posts

  • Develop social media content calendar

  • Oversee social media and marketing intern

  • Track important social media metrics and report on results

  • Monitor social media and engage followers

  • Create Facebook event posting for openings

  • Promote CPAC Featured Member on social media

  • Assist in the planning and execution of marketing events and initiatives

  • Attend key events and exhibition openings to run real-time social media campaigns

  • Post event listings online

Peripheral duties

  • Ability to work weekends and evening hours for opening receptions (happens every 6 weeks) or fundraisers
Requirements

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Proven experience in digital marketing and social media management

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

  • Understanding of social media platforms and their respective best practices

  • Experience with digital advertising platforms, including Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Instagram Ads

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative marketing ideas

  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to make informed decisions

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Familiarity with (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp, Microsoft Office)

  • Proficiency in WordPress

  • Passion for the arts and familiarity with the Denver arts scene

Compensation/Benefits

Compensation: $20-23 hr. dependent on experience.

Status: Part-time (24 hours/week); non-exempt; eligible for part-time benefits including:

Paid time off (7 days & the following paid holidays: New Year’s Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day)

Sick time

401K plan with no match

Schedule: 4 days a week in the gallery (Wednesday-Saturday)

Job start is early October 2024

How to Apply

The deadline to apply for this position is September 16, 2024. Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 references to admin@cpacphoto.org with Administrative & Communications Application in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

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Posted on August 29