Located in Kearney, Nebraska, the University of Nebraska at Kearney invites applications for a Marketing Coordinator to support the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) in shaping its marketing and communications programs. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role drives efforts to promote exhibitions, educational offerings, special events, membership opportunities, and community engagement through a thoughtful blend of advertising, digital marketing, and public relations aligned with MONA’s mission.
Responsibilities
- Supports planning, development, and execution of MONA's marketing and communications initiatives.
- Promotes exhibitions, educational programs, special events, membership opportunities, and community engagement through advertising, digital marketing, and public relations strategies aligned with MONA's mission.
- Collaborates with internal departments, external vendors, media partners, and community organizations to strengthen MONA's public presence, increase audience engagement, and support institutional goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with three years of related experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with social media management, email marketing, and digital content creation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and marketing platforms such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, WordPress or similar tools
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience in writing, editing, and producing brochures, newsletters, advertisements, and other print and digital materials
- Familiarity with website content management systems and analytics tools
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and community partners
- Passion for the arts, culture, and public programming
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in marketing, communications, promotions, graphic design or related field with five years of experience
- Experience working in an art museum, nonprofit, or cultural institution
- Knowledge of current arts marketing best practices as articulated by professional organizations
- Knowledge of audience engagement strategies and community outreach initiatives
- Experience with photography, video editing, or graphic design for promotional purposes
- Graphic design experience is preferred
Technologies
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Canva
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Photoshop
- WordPress
About MONA
The Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) celebrates the history of Nebraska's visual art for diverse audiences. MONA collects, preserves, researches, exhibits, and interprets works by artists born, living, trained, or working in Nebraska, or pieces that reflect the state's culture.
Campus
University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK)
Organization
Museum of Nebraska Art
Location
Kearney, NE 68847; hybrid work arrangement
Job Details
- Salary: $57,000-$63,000 per year
- Job type: Full-Time
- Location: Kearney, NE (hybrid)
- Worksite eligibility: Hybrid
- Benefits: Benefits eligible
- Posting start date: 6/24/26
- Application review date: 7/5/26
- Open until filled: Yes
