Marketing & Development Manager

Position Overview

At Krasl Art Center, an established visual art center located in St. Joseph, Michigan overlooking Lake Michigan, our dedicated team of fun, competent professionals serves a diverse audience that includes local families, community organizations, and tourists. The Marketing & Development Manager is responsible for planning, oversight, and implementation of all marketing strategies, patron communications, and public relations to advance the organization’s mission. This full-time role offers growth potential for a motivated self-starter.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and guide the strategy for all marketing efforts and messaging to consistently communicate the KAC's new mission, vision, and brand.
• Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral.
• Coordinate all media correspondence and interviews; maintain and build new media relationships.
• Manage external resources including website and graphic designers.
• Identify, cultivate, develop, and maintain close relationships with corporate sponsors to secure targeted sponsorship dollars each year.
• Maintain and grow the KAC reputation, attendance, membership, and visitors.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of experience with brand promotion.
• Degree in marketing, advertising, communication or a related field.
• Experience building corporate partnerships.
• Superior written and oral communication skills for both small and large group settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Marketing savvy with experience in innovative print, web-based, and events strategies.
• Independent, energetic, and creative thinker capable of executing multiple compelling marketing materials on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of graphic design, visual language, social media, and web management.
• Proven ability to interface with and engage diverse audiences.
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Passionate, creative, and initiative-driven.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Full-time position with growth potential.