Marketing and Communications Director

Density512 is a chamber orchestra and collective of brave and open musicians who champion contemporary programming. We tell stories through imaginatively curated experiences, amplify the voices of groundbreaking and emerging artists, and cultivate interdisciplinary collaborations. Our live productions include narrative concerts, opera, ballet, live-to-film, sound installations, and more. Since 2017, Density512 has given more than 40 world premieres, served over 10,000 live attendees, and reached over 100,000 people through radio, television, and media.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

  • Reports to: Managing Director

  • Supervises: Communications Manager

  • Key Collaborator: Development Director, Artistic Director

HOURS & COMPENSATION

  • Job Type: PART TIME, 10 hours a week. Hours will flex depending on the time of year and concert schedule.

  • Compensation: This role is compensated at $12,000 annually. As the organization grows, this position has the potential to expand in both time commitment and salary.

POSITION SUMMARY

Density512 seeks a strategic and collaborative Marketing and Communications Director to design our public engagement campaigns, oversee audience growth, and direct our communication efforts. The Director will design the overarching strategy, manage the marketing team's workflow, and ensure our storytelling honors our deep organizational commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Recognizing that audience development and fundraising are deeply intertwined, this role works in close, cross-functional alignment with the Development Director to ensure donor appeals, institutional branding, and corporate partnerships reflect a unified public voice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Campaign Design

  • Develop annual and project-based marketing and communications plans to support earned revenue goals, presenting them to the leadership team.

  • Establish brand benchmarks and target audience metrics for narrative concerts, and specialized interdisciplinary productions.

  • Prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion to ensure an organizational culture and public presence that respects different perspectives.

Cross-Functional Development Collaboration

  • Partner with the Development Director to co-author and design major fundraising campaigns (such as individual giving and end-of-year appeals), aligning donor messaging with overall public brand strategies.

  • Collaborate on a specialized donor communications calendar, supporting the execution of impact reports, donor spotlights, and exclusive institutional newsletters.

  • Coordinate the delivery and public execution of corporate sponsor marketing perks (such as logo placements, program ads, and digital acknowledgments) as defined by the development team.

Team Management & Output Oversight

  • Supervise the Marketing and Communications Associate, providing clear direction on content priorities, copy guidelines, and campaign timelines.

  • Review, edit, and approve all public-facing copy and creative assets generated by the Associate to ensure exceptional brand alignment.

  • Balance and manage the workflow of project assets to ensure deadlines are met within the team's part-time allocations.

Public Engagement & Individual Contributions

  • Act as an external ambassador for Density512, coordinating media pitches and fostering public relations to build trust with audiences, stakeholders, and the media.

  • Oversee paid advertising strategies (e.g., Meta Ads manager, local listings) and analyze campaign performance metrics.

  • Review and finalize all printed material promoting Density512 before production.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Passion for contemporary/indie classical music, interdisciplinary performing arts, and community-driven storytelling.

  • Experience in nonprofit arts marketing, audience development, or public relations, with a proven track record of a collaborative and organized work style.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

  • Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed.

How to Apply

Ready to join the team? We’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your materials via email to hiring@density512.org with the subject line "[Your Name] – [Job Title] Application".

Application Deadline: All materials must be received by July 1st, 2026.

Required Materials:

  • Resume (PDF format preferred)

  • Cover Letter detailing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with Density512’s mission.

What to Expect Next (Our Interview Process)

We value your time and transparency. While timelines can vary, our typical hiring process follows these steps:

  1. Initial Review: We review all applications after the deadline and will reach out if your background matches our current needs.

  2. Screening Call: A brief, 20-minute conversation to discuss the role and your background.

  3. Interview: A more in-depth conversation (via Zoom or in person) with members of our team.

Density512 is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.