Marketing Associate - Florida Studio Theatre

Marketing Associate



The Marketing Associate at Florida Studio Theatre plays a pivotal role in supporting the administrative functions and operations of the Marketing Department. Key responsibilities include creating sales-related email blasts, contributing as a writer for FST newsletters, and supporting the annual ad sales campaign. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, including writing, presenting, and pitching, and can place stories within consumer, industry, and blog press. Additionally, the Marketing Associate will serve as the lead editor and proofreader for all Florida Studio Theatre publications, ensuring content is error-free and aligns with brand guidelines. This role requires a high degree of creativity and initiative, with the ability to develop innovative marketing strategies and campaigns. The Marketing Associate will uphold the Florida Studio Theatre brand and standards across all channels, maintaining consistency in messaging and design.



Organizational Structure:

The Marketing Associate reports to the Director of Marketing



Responsibilities:



• Write and disseminate press releases and media alerts.

• Be responsible for all media archiving, both hard copies and electronic.

• Maintain/build relations with outside organizations by attending local networking events.

• Manage marketing call campaigns, including scheduling call campaign support, pulling lists, tracking responses, and managing campaign pace.

• Oversee and contribute to the digital content of our blog.

• Oversee in-house publications, including quarterly and weekly newsletters.

• Execute all patron relations calls and emails, including post-show survey emails, parking calls and emails, dining email surveys.

• Write and record curtain speeches for our productions.

• Support overall marketing department in achieving its goals.



QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior work experience in a communications or marketing department preferred. Strong internship experience considered.

• Knowledge of media or public relations practices preferred.

• Strong writing, speaking, presentation, organizational and interpersonal skills; detail-oriented a must.

• Must be able to work independently, after direct supervision.

• Enthusiasm for collaborative team workplace.

• Self-starter with ability to independently initiate and follow through with opportunities.

• Familiarity with, and interest in, theatre and/or arts and culture strongly preferred.



Salary: $42,000-$48,000/year based on experience



Benefits include: Health Insurance (option to add vision and dental), 401k (after one year of employment, with 25% employer match), paid vacation, paid parental leave, social security, Medicare, Medicaid, unemployment insurance, comp tickets to every show and restaurant discount.





Florida Studio Theatre is working towards becoming a more inclusive and accessible organization. FST is thus committed to developing a work environment that is reflective of the diverse world that it serves. Applicants from all populations and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Consideration for employment will be given to all applicants without regard to race/ethnicity, gender identity/sexual orientation, age or ability.





To apply, please fill out the form located here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/FloridaStudioTheatre1/FloridaStudioTheatreHiring



FST currently operates five stages, the 173 seat Keating Theatre, the 237 seat Gompertz Theatre, the 109 seat Goldstein Cabaret Theatre, the 110 seat John C. Court Cabaret Theatre and the 100 seat Bowne's Lab Theatre. In addition, FST owns and manages 18 residential properties in downtown Sarasota for guest artists.




Salary: 42,000-48,000/year, based on experience