Job Opportunity: HPO Marketing and Communications Manager
Full-time, hybrid role
Join HPO’s dynamic and creative team! HPO’s Marketing and Communications Manager leads all marketing and communication activities to strengthen HPO’s brand and increase awareness of and engagement in HPO’s performances, programs and events.
About the HPO
The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra has been an integral part of the community for over a century, tracing its roots back to the 1880s when the first orchestral ensemble was formed in Hamilton. Today, the HPO is one of the finest regional, professional orchestras in Canada and a leader in Hamilton’s robust arts community.
With an average of ten mainstage concert weeks, a thriving youth orchestra program and more than sixty outreach and education programs in the community each season, the HPO is committed to its mission to enrich the wellbeing of the greater Hamilton region by engaging, educating and inspiring the community through outstanding professional orchestral music.
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, administrative and artistic teams, the Marketing and Communications Manager is responsible for planning and overseeing the marketing and communication strategies for the HPO. This dynamic role involves creating and measuring marketing strategy, developing marketing partnerships and impacting the patron experience through engagement.
When joining the HPO team you are joining a group of talented, dedicated individuals. The HPO provides a work environment that encourages fairness and respect among all employees, and we are committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds feel a sense of belonging and may grow personally and professionally.
This is a full-time position and the HPO offers a hybrid working environment and wellness benefit allowance.
About You
We are seeking a creative-minded individual with a passion for the arts and strong knowledge of marketing and communications principles. A few key components of your experience should include;
- Marketing or Communications qualification or similar
- Minimum four years of related work experience
- Skilled digital marketing professional with understanding of digital media platforms
- Knowledge of advertising and marketing disciplines including marketing systems, ticketing, and subscription-based sales and content marketing
- Superb organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
- Knowledge of CRM systems
How to apply:
If you would like to apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to Kim Varian, Executive Director at kvarian@hpo.org
Application deadline:
This posting closes on March 5, 2025 and we will be reviewing applications as they are received. The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra thanks all candidates for their interest, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.