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Communications Manager 

About the Organization Glenstone is an art museum located on more than 200 acres of rolling hills and unspoiled woodland in Potomac, Maryland. Conceived by founders Mitchell and Emily Rales on their deeply held belief that art is essential to life, it has already become one of the finest collections of modern and contemporary art in the world. In addition to the current museum, when its new museum building opens to the public in 2018, Glenstone will become the largest private museum in America welcoming 100,000 visitors every year free of charge. By thoughtfully integrating the power of art, the energy of architecture and the serenity of landscape, Glenstone is both a distinctive idea and a unique place.

Glenstone is proud to foster a professional environment in which people can do interesting, fulfilling and enjoyable work. Not only do its founders develop and oversee all acquisitions and exhibitions, but Emily Rales also serves as director of the Museum and curator of the collection. This provides all associates an unusually high degree of access and interaction with the spirit and vision of Glenstone. To work at Glenstone is to be a part of something bigger, something more meaningful, and something truly special. It is a chance to do a job to the highest standard, with the resources and support available to a founder-led and endowed organization. It is an invitation to be engaged, challenged and stimulated, to help fulfill a powerful mission, and to contribute to a noble purpose.

We are incredibly proud of what Glenstone offers to those who create, appreciate, study, and otherwise participate in the world of art; and we are equally proud of what Glenstone offers to those who choose to join us in doing so. There is no better time than now to become a part of Glenstone.
 
Description

Job Purpose:

Glenstone is seeking a full-time Communications Manager to develop and implement institutional communications and public relations and manage initiatives that advance the museum's programs and mission, in close collaboration with external PR consultants.  Key areas of focus will be overseeing local and regional media relations, coordinating with outside agency on national and international media relations, managing and implementing a digital communications strategy, and liaising with museum leadership and curatorial staff. 

 
Position Requirements

Essential Duties:

Public Relations

  • Work closely with PR consultants on strategic communications plan for all major museum initiatives, including the expansion project, exhibitions, art installations and other special initiatives, public programs and performances, education programs and scholarly activities
    • Develop and manage press lists
    • Develop and distribute press materials and manage approval process
    • Select signature images for editorial and social media use
    • Draft talking points and FAQs for internal and external use
  • Respond to media requests, facilitating inquiries and requests and providing materials necessary for published reviews, features, articles, and news items in digital and print media
  • Coordinate interviews and media tours with Glenstone staff and leadership
  • Manage museum’s website and social media channels
  • Escort photographers and videographers in the galleries and on the grounds
  • Obtain photo permissions for media use and maintain website press room and image library
  • Monitor and assemble media coverage
  • Create and distribute internal media reports on a regular basis
  • Develop, execute, and evaluate a digital communications strategy to expand public access, develop new audiences and multiply messaging opportunities using a variety of digital platforms and communications tools such as the website, blogs, social media, and video
  • Work collaboratively and cross departmentally on initiatives, projects, and goals
  • Other tasks as required

 

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Enthusiasm for Glenstone’s mission
  • Bachelor's degree in art, marketing, journalism, or a related field, from an accredited institution of higher education
  • Knowledge of museum operations, the arts industry, and digital marketing for the arts
  • Relationships with the cultural media sector
  • Strong strategic and tactical understanding of digital media, including website user experience and best practices for key social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)
  • A high level of professional integrity and the ability to handle sensitive issues and situations with discretion
  • Minimum of five years of public relations experience, with significant experience managing digital communications
  • Exemplary written, verbal, and listening communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally
  • Ability to work independently and effectively, and with great attention to detail

Salary and Benefits:

Glenstone offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and provides a total benefits package that helps you manage your health, protect your income, and prepare for the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, long-term disability and AD&D insurance, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA); a 401(k) retirement account with a matching contribution; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and tuition reimbursement.

 

 
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EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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