Altoona Community Theatre is hiring a Marketing & Events Coordinator!

Located in Altoona, PA

Salary range: $35,400 – $41,600
Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt
Location: In-Person

About Altoona Community Theatre (ACT)

For more than 75 years, ACT has brought together artists, volunteers, patrons, and students to create memorable experiences on and off the stage. We are dedicated to enriching the cultural life of our region through quality theatrical productions, educational programming, and community engagement.

ACT rents the Mishler Theatre for our performances, but our headquarters is around the corner on 12th Street next to Tom & Joe’s. The ACT building contains our office, rehearsal hall, scene shop, and costume shop.

We are seeking an energetic, organized, and creative Marketing & Events Coordinator to help promote our productions, strengthen community partnerships, support fundraising initiatives, and enhance ACT’s visibility throughout Central Pennsylvania.

Position Summary

The Marketing & Events Coordinator serves as a key member of the ACT staff and reports directly to the Executive Director. The successful candidate will oversee marketing and communications efforts, coordinate special events and fundraising activities, manage promotional materials, and build relationships that increase awareness of ACT’s mission and programs.

This position requires strong organizational skills, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with volunteers, board members, production teams, and community partners.

Ideal for candidates with backgrounds in marketing, communications, event planning, nonprofit administration, arts administration, public relations, or community engagement

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Communications

  • Coordinate digital marketing efforts, including management of the Google Ad Grant.
  • Manage ACT’s social media channels and online presence, with awareness of current trends.
  • Lead and support the Marketing Committee.
  • Develop promotional materials, including season brochures, flyers, and other printed marketing pieces.
  • Design and creation of show logos, posters, and related branding materials.
  • Manage email marketing campaigns and bulk mailings.
  • Assist with communications to board and committee members.

Community Outreach

  • Develop partnerships with local businesses, organizations, schools, and community groups.
  • Coordinate ACT’s participation in community events and promotional opportunities.
  • Assist with workshops, special events, fundraising efforts, and community engagement activities.

Events & Productions

  • Manage the creation and production of playbill programs for all productions.
  • Serve as event coordinator for fundraisers and special events.
  • Coordinate pickup and delivery of posters, placemats, program books, and other promotional materials.
  • Assist with member and volunteer assignments as needed.

Organizational Operations

  • Manage season subscription processes.
  • Oversee office supply inventory and related administrative needs.
  • Coordinate production information with production teams and box office personnel, including cast lists, clearances, and ticketing data.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess:

  • Experience in marketing, communications, event planning, nonprofit administration, public relations, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Social media management experience across multiple platforms.
  • Experience with email marketing tools such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar systems.
  • Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM)  tools such as Neon One, Donor Dock, or similar.
  • Graphic design experience using InDesign, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar software.
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines.
  • A passion for the arts, theatre, and community engagement.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Arts Administration, Business, or a related field preferred. Relevant professional experience may be substituted for formal education.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, salaried, in-person position.

Regular office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Additional evening and weekend hours will be required periodically to support productions, fundraising events, and community activities. Weekly in-office hours can flex accordingly.

Why Join ACT?

  • Make a direct impact on the arts in Central Pennsylvania.
  • Work alongside passionate volunteers, artists, educators, and community leaders.
  • Help shape the marketing and public presence of a respected regional arts organization.
  • Play a meaningful role in supporting theatrical productions, arts education, and community engagement.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $35,400-$41,600, commensurate with experience

Benefits Include:

  • Paid vacation
  • Personal Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Opportunity to work in a creative, mission-driven arts environment
  • Meaningful involvement in the cultural life of Central Pennsylvania

Learn More

To learn more about ACT’s productions, Isaac Awards, Penguin Project, etc., click this link.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Altoona Community Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

How to Apply

Please send a cover email to katekwolf@gmail.com comparing your work experience with the job qualifications and the key responsibilities along with a resume of your work history. The deadline is November 20.  You may submit original design samples of your marketing work.

 

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