Positions

OUR MISSION:

Inspiring a passion for innovation to transform curiosity into possibility.

OUR VISION: 

Empowering people to explore how they can improve our world.

OUR VALUES:

Curiosity: Wonder by asking bold questions, challenging assumptions, and seeking new perspectives. Center diverse voices to ensure exploration is equitable and relevant.

Creativity: Try and discover by generating, testing, and refining ideas. Take risks, learn from failure, and think outside of the box to create solutions that reveal unique possibilities.

Collaboration: Share by combining strengths, engaging partners, and building toward shared outcomes. Work across teams, communities, and volunteers to co-create adaptable solutions that are stronger, more inclusive, and more impactful together.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Bakken provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Position Overview:

The Communication Coordinator works closely with the Marketing Manager to support a variety of marketing and communications initiatives, including social media; online calendars, information, and reviews; tracking and updating internal physical and digital signage, postcards, and brochures; and other marketing and communication initiatives to drive support for, and engagement with, the museum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Media & Communications – 35%

• Develop and implement social media strategy including planning, development, and distribution aligned with the museum-wide editorial and events calendar.

• Write and edit accurate and engaging content that communicates our mission and maintains the museum’s unique brand.

• Develop social media content, including producing video and graphic design for Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

• Utilize video editing software to increase production value of content.

• Utilize cameras or related technologies to capture content in the best way.

• Monitor the museum’s social media presence, including responding to comments and mentions.

• Cultivate relationships with social media influencers to increase the museum’s profile and attendance.

• Follow the museum’s social media style guide and internal policies to convey consistent voice, tone and brand. Update as needed.

• Maintain open communication with museum colleagues to stay informed on upcoming events and museum initiatives, shaping the messaging for visitors, the community, and followers.

• Promote the museum, events, programs, venue, and all facets of our business.

• Create reports and analysis of the museum’s social media efforts.

Design – 35%

• Design original graphics for internal and external promotion, museumsignage, advertising campaigns, social media, and the museum’s web site

• Utilize a graphic design software, specifically Adobe Suite or Canva to increase design value.

• Design print and digital materials including signage, fundraising pieces, and marketing materials for events.

• Design illustrations, sponsor material, and other assets as needed for museum programming and collateral.

• Provide graphic design support for other areas of the museum as needed.

Marketing & Communications Support – 30%

• Maintain email distribution lists using Altru Blackbaud and MailChimp.

• Broaden awareness through posting museum events and happenings on online calendars.

• Maintain the museum’s profiles on consumer review websites.

• Monitor and respond to consumer reviews.

• Build and distribute email marketing campaigns.

• Ensure promotional materials are in alignment with the museum’s existing style guide.

• Contribute to the organization-wide editorial calendar.

• Monitor internal signage needs, order, and fill signage throughout museum.

• Write blogs and digital articles around museum themes and topics.

• Provide maintenance and updates to the museum website via Squarespace.

Other duties as needed or required

• Perform other duties as needed or required which are within the position's scope.

Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion

Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) are core functions of all positions at the Bakken Museum. While some roles may have more specific responsibilities, the items below are a part of everyone's role at the museum:

• Demonstrate a commitment to DEAI through continuous personal development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias to help cultivate and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging for all staff.

• Proactively work on your own and collaboratively with other museum staff to ensure equitable and representative experiences for all museum visitors and program participants.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

·       2+ years of experience in social media content creation, marketing, public relations, or similar.

·       Strong writer, storyteller, and editor.

·       Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

·       Familiarity with video and editing tools, and digital media formats.

·       Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and timelines.

·       Understanding of past and current trends in digital content and social media.

·       Proven ability to work with Adobe Creative Suite and/or similar design and editing software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per shift.

• Ability to move through and access all areas of the buildings and grounds including stairs, indoor and outdoor areas, and small spaces.

• Ability to manipulate computers, office equipment, folding chairs and tables, and similar items related to an office environment. 

TRAVEL:

Limited to metro area for occasional support of programs or museum initiatives. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the staff member assigned to this position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Bakken Museum is committed to pay equity. The Bakken Museum provides pay grade transparency, and benchmarks pay grades and compensation compared to market. In addition to salary, The Bakken Museum offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff and part time staff working over 20 hours including employer matched 403(b), employer sponsored health & dental insurance, paid parental leave, and PTO.