Job Description
The South Carolina Historical Society (SCHS) seeks a motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as Director of Communications and Marketing. Major responsibilities include developing materials and interacting with internal and external clients to deliver the SCHS’s message to members, the public, and the media. The Director of Communications and Marketing oversees the development of non-academic publications and website, facilitates marketing campaigns, and creates timelines. This position is responsible for all external promotional materials, including social media and publication of the quarterly member magazine, Carologue.
Major Duties
• Produces content for print and web, including brochures and newsletters
• Creates a production timeline
• Writes and distributes press releases
• Edits all submissions to and oversees the SCHS website
• Responsible for the design and printing of all program materials (invitations, save the dates, flyers, event programs, and tour notes), as requested by division heads
• Responsible for design of all external advertising
• Responsible for distribution of back issues of Carologue
• Responsible for design and printing of all membership materials
• Responsible for design and printing of all development materials
• Responsible for design and printing of SCHS letterhead and other branded items
• Responsible for the design, content, and printing of Carologue
• Works with staff to commission articles/features.
• Oversees advertising for Carologue
• Other Duties include: mail-house pick-ups and deliveries; managing back-issue inventory; and assisting with Historical Society functions.
Knowledge and Skill Required:
• Previous editorial experience, especially in a decision-making capacity
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proofreading, copy editing
• Developing and maintaining media contacts
• Proficient at WordPress and Adobe publication software
• Some proficiency in graphic design
• Experience with marketing via social media
• Knowledge of grammar and best practices for publications
• Energetic and committed
• Effective and positive communicator
• Ability to create and communicate vision
• Strong time-management skills
• Strong leader, good sense of teamwork
• Promptly and effectively follows through
Degree Required:
• BA or Masters
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