Arts Marketing Content Coordinator (Marketing)/Seasonal Employment

The Arts Marketing Content Coordinator is a seasonal member of the Marketing and Communications team, supporting Chautauqua’s Theater and Opera companies through the creation of engaging, brand-aligned content across digital and print channels.

This role is focused on execution — building emails, designing assets and producing social content that brings each production to life. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, visually creative and energized by the performing arts.

About Your Compensation

The compensation for this position is $16.00/Hour. 

About Your Work Day

Email Marketing

• Build and deploy email campaigns using Salesforce Marketing Cloud (or similar platforms)
• Format content for clarity, accessibility and mobile responsiveness
• Collaborate with marketing leads to ensure strong calls-to-action and audience alignment

Social Media Content

• Create graphics and write captions for platforms including Instagram and Facebook
• Schedule and publish content in alignment with programming and campaign timelines
• Monitor engagement and support performance tracking

Design & Creative Support

• Develop promotional materials for theater and opera productions (digital ads, flyers, posters) in partnership with the Graphic Design Coordinator
• Ensure all materials align with Chautauqua’s brand standards
• Assist with updates to digital signage and on-grounds displays

Collaboration & Coordination

• Partner with Theater and Opera teams to fulfill marketing requests
• Plan and coordinate design and production timelines to ensure all materials are delivered on schedule.
• Coordinate with photographers and videographers to support content capture
• Work within the Marketing team to meet deadlines and campaign needs

About the Referral Program

Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your Schedule

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August.  Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability.  Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement. While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position: 

Will be scheduled to work an average of 35-hours/week.  Scheduled hours will include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. 

About Living on the Grounds

No employer-provided housing is available for this position. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance. 

About Chautauqua Institution

Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities.  Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.  

Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience.  Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater. 

Our Commitment to IDEA 

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward.  One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.”  We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience.  The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices.  Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA. 

Joining Our Talent Community

Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment.  You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.