Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods.

Who We Are:

The Department of Theater is a close-knit, collaborative, student-centered department that serves 4-12 majors a year. The curriculum is built around a rigorous liberal arts education in combination with a practical exploration of performance that emphasizes experimentation and collaboration. The Department values engagement with both scripted and devised work, and seeks to involve students in all aspects of production.  We produce 3-5 full-scale productions a year, in addition to student-directed “Nights of Scenes” and assorted workshops, play readings, and other events. Theater faculty are active artists and scholars in their fields, and participants in Philadelphia’s thriving theater and performance community. More information about the department can be found at: https://www.swarthmore.edu/department-theater.

The opportunity:

Reporting to the Chair of Theater, the Publicity and Marketing Coordinator will support the Theater Department by overseeing the following areas: publicity, public relations, prospective student and alumni outreach and performance documentation/archiving.  This part time position will include both regularly scheduled office work as well as evening and weekend work as necessary to a total average of twenty hours per week for nine months per year.

Essential Responsibilities

• Publicizing Theater Department and theater-related Cooper Series events.
• Developing and updating print/email informational material such as brochures, newsletters, etc. for pre-registration academic fairs, open houses, Admissions events, prospective students, alumni, college community, etc.
• Updating and Maintaining Department website.
• Helping to coordinate Theater department/campus outreach events.
• Helping to coordinate Alumni outreach efforts.
• Working with the Performing Arts librarian to maintain archival information from Theater department and Cooper events and productions.
• Coordinating house management and Hospitality for Theater Department events.

 Who you are:

• Requires a highly energetic, motivated, and responsible person. They must be able to work discreetly and independently and, at the same time, enjoy contributing to teamwork situations.
• Management and administrative skills are necessary to direct student workers, efficiently schedule and delegate personnel, and administer policies effectively.

What you bring:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Working knowledge of, or willingness to learn about arts administration, guest artist presenting, public relations, social media, graphic design, and performance documentation archiving in theater. 
• Experience with social media marketing and outreach and an interest in developing creative and innovative digital and non-digital promotion materials.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is highly desirable.

What You Will Get:

You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff.

We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with pay expectations, including a resume and cover letter, by September 10, 2024. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled.

PA Criminal Required

Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment.

Education Verification Required by Position

An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position.

Review the 2024 Benefits Flyer. We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook

Retirement Plans

Tuition Grant Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Time Off (Staff)

Holiday Schedule

Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.