The Grand Cinema

        Director of Marketing Position

        606 S. Fawcett

        Tacoma, WA 98402

*Director of Marketing and Communications* Full time position, posted November 14, 2014 Position reports to the Executive Director The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for all areas of outreach, marketing, and media relations for The Grand Cinema and will lead the promotion of the Grand Cinema's many films, events and projects. This position will work with the other core staff to drive more attendance to the cinema through creative ideas, earned press, advertising, social media, and grass roots marketing. We are looking for candidates already familiar with The Grand, who have more than a just passing interest in the things we do and the films we play. To be considered applications must include: Resume, Cover Letter, and Two Writing Samples (plus 2 design samples encouraged but optional) *Areas of Responsibility:* - Marketing to the community to publicize the films of the Grand Cinema, the Grand's brand and events such as the Tacoma Film Festival - Community outreach to create partnerships with other individuals and organizations - Marketing and outreach through social media such as Facebook and Twitter - Lead advertising and promotion within the cinema, from concept to implementation, including both written and video materials - Generate, design and create content for the Grand's weekly email, social media, website and mailings - Generate local and regional earned media coverage from local newspapers, television news, blogs, etc - Provide assistance at all major events of the Grand plus occasional smaller ones - And of course, other duties as assigned *Qualifications:* - The ability to generate and implement creative ideas and marketing concepts - The ability to easily reach out to diverse individuals and organizations to create the kind of connections that help increase attendance at the cinema - Strong knowledge and experience with social media - A strong sense of customer service - Strong written and verbal skills - A working knowledge of computer programs such as PowerPoint and InDesign - Graphic design skills preferred - Passionate about independent film and the mission of the Grand Cinema! *Desired Experience:* - A track record of successful public relations, having successfully pitched stories and coverage to local or regional media. - Proven record of growing social media profiles and utilizing a variety of digital content to affirm and expand an organization or business brand. - Experience posting on, updating, and maintaining content on a website or blog. - Track record of community engagement and grassroots collaboration. Salary for this position depends on your experience. Applications must include your salary requirements with your application. As a full time position, the successful candidate will receive fully paid health benefits and the ability to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan. And of course, lots of free movies. The non-profit Grand Cinema is Tacoma's premier cinema and the only theater in Pierce County dedicated to showing only the best quality films, from domestic to foreign, documentary to drama. We offer a flexible, laid back work atmosphere that is truly fun to be a part of. We invite you to join us through applying to philip@grandcinema.com or: The Grand Cinema Director of Marketing Position 606 S. Fawcett Tacoma, WA 98402 No phone calls please. *The Grand Cinema is a non-profit art-house theater, supported by its loyal patrons, volunteers, and members. Its mission is to enhance the cultural vitality of the community through the art of film.*