Who we are:
Scottsdale Arts was established in 1987 as a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) and has evolved into an organization with six dynamic operating departments that span the visual and performing arts, arts education and cultural engagement. Through its six departments, Scottsdale Arts offers diverse, high-quality arts experiences to hundreds of thousands of Scottsdale residents and visitors annually in addition to fostering the active engagement of government, business, education, and the private sector in the arts.
What we offer:
· Great company culture. Flexible and remote work available, we embrace work/life balance, DEIA is part of our strategic plan, opportunities to make meaningful change, employee recognition program,
· Making an Impact. Everything you do, each day makes a difference in our community.
· Location. Located in heart of downtown Scottsdale, access to Scottsdale Civic Center, old town galleries, local restaurants, live venues and more.
Summary:
Are you passionate about the impact social media and content creation can have to drive people to exceptional event experiences? Do you possess the ability to work, at times independently as well as collaboratively, in a creative and dynamic environment? Do you have experience with the full spectrum of social media channels and possess a mastery of content creation, including video and editing? Do you have an enthusiasm for visual and performing arts within a diverse community? If so, then we are looking for you! Come join the Marketing and Communications Department at Scottsdale Arts as the Social Media Content Specialist for our annual Canal Convergence event.
Important Details to Know:
· Compensation: $23.00 / hour
· Shift/Hours: Flexible hours, up to 40 hours/week for up to 7 weeks, beginning mid-October 2025. Must be able to work evenings and weekends from November 7-15, 2025.
· Job Type: Temporary, Non-Exempt
· Benefits: Not eligible
· Location: Scottsdale, AZ
If you need assistance or accommodations during the recruitment process please reach out to us at [email protected]
Here is what you will get to do:
1. Develops social media messaging and posts in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Department.
2. Maintains social media channels, including monitoring the performance of post schedule strategies.
3. Collaborates within the Marketing and Communications Department to create custom graphics, video, and copy content required for social media and email marketing.
4. Schedules daily posts for Canal Convergence on social media platforms using Sprout Social and other tools.
5. Monitors, tracks, and reports results on weekly and monthly engagement and conversions via social media.
6. Researches and monitors competitive social network channels to develop campaign ideas.
7. Attends all 10 days of Canal Convergence in Scottsdale to document or capture content for use on social media and video.
a. Coordinates with staff members who may be attending to obtain content. Ensures content is fresh, engaging, and supports the organization’s marketing and event goals.
8. Performs other duties as required.
Here is what you will need to be successful:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education: High school graduate
Experience: 1–3 years of experience in marketing or communications, working with social media and video. Experience coordinating with a marketing department is a plus.
Attributes:
· Creative, collaborative team player with the ability to communicate to diverse constituents, multitask, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
· Displays and utilizes best practices in public relations/communications.
· Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, flexibility, sound judgment, integrity, and attention to detail.
· Experience with shooting and editing video.
· Demonstrated ability to utilize a variety of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, and others.
· Some knowledge of visual and performing arts; familiarity with local and national arts media outlets.
Work Environment: Position requires regular standing, walking, and ambulating up and down stairs. May need to lift, push, or pull up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close and color vision. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. This position requires flexible scheduling at times, including evening and weekend hours.
Other requirements:
· Must possess valid driver’s license and driving record that is acceptable to the organization’s insurance carrier.
· Travel within the metro Phoenix area required to capture and create content.
· Must be 21 years of age or older
Bonus if you have do the following:
1. Experience coordinating with a functional marketing team
2. Bilingual Skills
