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Reports to the Chief Executive Officer
Employment type: Full time
Salary range: $75,000-$90,000.
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About the role
The Marketing and Communications Manager oversees the development and implementation of all CSO marketing and communications activity, including event marketing and sales; brand development and elevation; publicity and media relations; and publications.
The Marketing and Communications Manager also supports communications across CSO functions, including community engagement, philanthropy, corporate partnerships and the CSO executive.
Key performance indicators include revenue targets across all income streams, meaningful audience engagement and retention, and elevation of the CSO brand and profile.
Working with the CSO
The CSO is an agile, high-achieving and collaborative team of arts and not-for-profit professionals, dedicated to creating memorable musical experiences in and beyond the concert hall.
This role is suited to an experienced marketing professional with a passion for performing arts, excellent creative vision and exceptional interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a history of developing strong relationships with external stakeholders including strategists, agencies and designers to create a strong, cohesive and effective marketing team.
Main responsibility areas
Essential skills / experience
Canberra Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is a professional part-time orchestra that enriches and engages a wide audience through artistically vibrant musical experiences. The CSO presents classic and contemporary symphonic works and a diverse suite of chamber, ensemble and community programs. The professional orchestral organisation of the nation’s capital, the CSO champions Australian composers and provides vital pathways for emerging artists.
The CSO is an equal opportunity employer, where diversity is embraced and valued. All qualified applicants will be considered.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives.
We strongly believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Therefore, we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people of colour, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities or foreign-born residents.
This position will require attendance at CSO events that take place outside of normal business hours.