Young Audiences Arts for Learning New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania
Marketing Associate
Young Audiences Arts for Learning New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania, Princeton Junction, New Jersey, us, 08550
Overview
Young Audiences Arts for Learning New Jersey & Eastern Pennsylvania (YA) is an arts education organization that partners with PK-12 schools to deliver teaching artist‑led programming. YA’s mission is to inspire young people and expand their learning through the arts. Since 1973, YA has served the region with residencies, workshops, performances, and teacher professional learning, reaching approximately 260,000 students annually with a $3M operating budget. YA values diversity, equity, inclusion and access (DEIA) and is committed to removing barriers to arts participation for students of all backgrounds. The organization emphasizes inclusive, anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices and systems for individual and organizational change. Position
Marketing Associate
– 20 hours/week, Exempt Location: Hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ with in‑office requirements during the provisional period and occasional in‑office requirements thereafter. The role supports the Director of Marketing and PR and contributes to YA’s DEIA commitments while building a versatile portfolio in a small team. Responsibilities
Digital Marketing (60%)
Maintain YA’s social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to plan and execute multi‑channel marketing campaigns Manage content calendar to ensure consistent messaging and brand voice Maintain email marketing automation (Constant Contact) to create and deploy targeted campaigns Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and PR to evaluate social media and email analytics and identify improvements Ensure marketing is inclusive and accessible in line with YA Arts United goals and values Manage paid Google search and display advertising
Website (30%)
Update website in collaboration with the Director of Marketing and PR Occasionally build landing pages Upload images and videos to enhance website design Collaborate on a website redesign
Contribute to YA Initiatives (10%)
Support DEIA initiatives according to YA’s Arts United Plan Participate in organization‑wide fundraising events and efforts Perform other duties to contribute to YA’s goals as assigned
Essential Qualifications
1–3 years of relevant experience in arts or education marketing or in a related role Proficiency with social media platforms, email marketing tools and graphic design software (Canva preferred) Creativity, enthusiasm and a clear vision for messaging and branding Attention to detail and strong proofreading/editing skills Creative storyteller with content creation skills Ability to synthesize data (Google and Facebook Analytics, email metrics, etc.) to drive decisions; willingness to learn more on the job Experience with Canva, Sprout Social, Constant Contact and Microsoft Suite preferred Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Analytics, Google Ads, video editing and Salesforce a plus On the Job Learning Opportunities
Supportive, inclusive work environment with cross‑team collaboration Opportunity to learn about marketing arts education and its role in schools Practices and systems aligned with DEIA goals Opportunity to build a marketing portfolio Additional Information
Hybrid role based out of Princeton, NJ; during the provisional three‑month period, additional in‑office time is required. Afterward, one in‑office day per week may be required. YA office hours are 8:30–4:30, M–F Likely visits to in‑school programs; travel within New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania is required (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate) This position involves significant computer usage (email, Zoom/Teams, interoffice communications, data entry). YA supports workspaces (home and in office) to suit individual needs. EEO and Inclusion We encourage applications from women, people of color, and people with disabilities. YA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, health and mental health status, or veteran status. Compensation and Benefits
Benefits: 401k with company match, FSA, vision, dental, life, long‑term disability; vacation, sick, personal time; 11 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday Salary range: $23,000–$25,000/year; 20 hours/week Stipends provided after initial screening phone call for candidates participating in interviews Application Process
Applicants should submit an introduction expressing interest and a resume to Ann Marie Gervasio at YAjob@yanjep.org with the subject line Marketing Associate. Introductions may be in letter, audio, video or other media. Application Deadline: October 31, 2025. LinkedIn Easy Apply is not monitored. Note
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Young Audiences Arts for Learning New Jersey & Eastern Pennsylvania (YA) is an arts education organization that partners with PK-12 schools to deliver teaching artist‑led programming. YA’s mission is to inspire young people and expand their learning through the arts. Since 1973, YA has served the region with residencies, workshops, performances, and teacher professional learning, reaching approximately 260,000 students annually with a $3M operating budget. YA values diversity, equity, inclusion and access (DEIA) and is committed to removing barriers to arts participation for students of all backgrounds. The organization emphasizes inclusive, anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices and systems for individual and organizational change. Position
Marketing Associate
– 20 hours/week, Exempt Location: Hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ with in‑office requirements during the provisional period and occasional in‑office requirements thereafter. The role supports the Director of Marketing and PR and contributes to YA’s DEIA commitments while building a versatile portfolio in a small team. Responsibilities
Digital Marketing (60%)
Maintain YA’s social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to plan and execute multi‑channel marketing campaigns Manage content calendar to ensure consistent messaging and brand voice Maintain email marketing automation (Constant Contact) to create and deploy targeted campaigns Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and PR to evaluate social media and email analytics and identify improvements Ensure marketing is inclusive and accessible in line with YA Arts United goals and values Manage paid Google search and display advertising
Website (30%)
Update website in collaboration with the Director of Marketing and PR Occasionally build landing pages Upload images and videos to enhance website design Collaborate on a website redesign
Contribute to YA Initiatives (10%)
Support DEIA initiatives according to YA’s Arts United Plan Participate in organization‑wide fundraising events and efforts Perform other duties to contribute to YA’s goals as assigned
Essential Qualifications
1–3 years of relevant experience in arts or education marketing or in a related role Proficiency with social media platforms, email marketing tools and graphic design software (Canva preferred) Creativity, enthusiasm and a clear vision for messaging and branding Attention to detail and strong proofreading/editing skills Creative storyteller with content creation skills Ability to synthesize data (Google and Facebook Analytics, email metrics, etc.) to drive decisions; willingness to learn more on the job Experience with Canva, Sprout Social, Constant Contact and Microsoft Suite preferred Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Analytics, Google Ads, video editing and Salesforce a plus On the Job Learning Opportunities
Supportive, inclusive work environment with cross‑team collaboration Opportunity to learn about marketing arts education and its role in schools Practices and systems aligned with DEIA goals Opportunity to build a marketing portfolio Additional Information
Hybrid role based out of Princeton, NJ; during the provisional three‑month period, additional in‑office time is required. Afterward, one in‑office day per week may be required. YA office hours are 8:30–4:30, M–F Likely visits to in‑school programs; travel within New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania is required (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate) This position involves significant computer usage (email, Zoom/Teams, interoffice communications, data entry). YA supports workspaces (home and in office) to suit individual needs. EEO and Inclusion We encourage applications from women, people of color, and people with disabilities. YA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, health and mental health status, or veteran status. Compensation and Benefits
Benefits: 401k with company match, FSA, vision, dental, life, long‑term disability; vacation, sick, personal time; 11 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday Salary range: $23,000–$25,000/year; 20 hours/week Stipends provided after initial screening phone call for candidates participating in interviews Application Process
Applicants should submit an introduction expressing interest and a resume to Ann Marie Gervasio at YAjob@yanjep.org with the subject line Marketing Associate. Introductions may be in letter, audio, video or other media. Application Deadline: October 31, 2025. LinkedIn Easy Apply is not monitored. Note
For context, some content at the end of the original description included job market listings and location tags that are not essential to the role and have been omitted for clarity and relevance.
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