Institutional Communications (40%)

Implement communication strategy for the museum in support of building awareness and maintaining and reaching new audiences:

• Write, edit, and produce original content to support outreach.

• Implement brand guidelines across all platforms and departments.

• Create and manage content creation and editing for external audiences.

• Lead efforts to grow online and offline communities to engage new audiences.

• Manage planning and logistics for all e-comms including new web content, newsletters, invitations, and social.

• Project manager for print collateral including exhibition brochures, maps, member brochures and other unique pieces.

• Recruit and manage freelance contributors including writers, designers, web developers, and graphic designers.

• Keeps abreast of and learn new technologies and strategies to maximize efficiency.

• Set and track metrics for digital engagement across platforms and report to various List Center departments.

Development Communications (30%)

Manage communication plans to support successful fundraising efforts on behalf of the museum:

• Write, edit, and produce original content to support fundraising efforts and donor reporting including renewal letters, MIT annual reports, acknowledgment letters, and event invitations.

• Liaise with MIT Alumni office and other groups across campus for outreach strategy.

• Correspond with donors multiple times a year including oversight of mailings of renewal letters, catalogues, and brochures.

• Oversee donor recognition in print and online.

• Help implement and attend with museum events as needed.

Press Outreach (30%)

Develop and implement PR strategy to ensure adequate coverage from local, national, and international press:

• Prepare press releases and documentation library for exhibitions and large events.

• Develop unique press pitches for exhibitions, programs, and institute news.

• Partner with external vendors for targeted campaigns.

• Create targeted press emails.

• Develop interpersonal relationships with press for targeted outreach including outreach for to plan and host press trips.

• Recruit and manage freelance contributors or press agencies.

Qualifications/Technical Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ experience.

• Proven track record of excellent writing, communication, and copy-editing skills

• Excellent administrative and organizational skills, including ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage competing priorities.

• Comfortable and practiced in interacting with museum visitors and donors.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.

• Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Self-starter with demonstrative initiative and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion with confidential information.

Technical Skills and Software:

• Advanced computer skills in MacIntosh environment, including Microsoft Office.

• Proficient with photoshop and illustrator,

• Minimal programming ability to send emails through mail chimp or other email marketing tools.

• Database management

• Familiarity with Cision Communication database.

• Able to learn new software programs as needed.

Desired:

• Knowledge of and commitment to contemporary art is a strong asset.

• Familiarity with Boston art world, and national and international arts patrons and press landscape.

• Knowledge of MIT environment and the List Visual Arts Center.

Expectations for all employees:

As a member of the MIT community, supports MIT’s Non-Discrimination Policy and respectfully interacts with others in the community. Represents MIT with professionalism, ethics, integrity, and mutual respect towards colleagues and internal/external clients. Keeps current and proficient with necessary skills and knowledge, including computer skills. Self-identifies training needs relevant to work area and responsibilities. Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, openness to change, and accountability. Works within a team environment, providing support to and collaboration with colleagues. Is expected to know and follow relevant Environmental Health and Safety Requirements.