Career Opportunities @ Salina Art Center

Communications & Digital Content Coordinator

Part-Time (20–30 hours/week)
$18.00–$22.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

The Communications & Digital Content Coordinator is responsible for creating and sharing the stories that connect the community with the Salina Art Center. This position develops engaging visual and written content for social media, email marketing, text messaging, the website, and public calendars while documenting exhibitions, events, classes, films, and community experiences through photography and graphic design.

Working closely with the Executive Director and program staff, this position ensures the Art Center maintains a consistent, professional, and engaging public presence across all communication platforms.

The ideal candidate is creative, highly organized, visually driven, and an excellent storyteller who understands how different audiences engage with digital content.

Essential Responsibilities

Content Creation

Photograph exhibitions, events, classes, artists, films, and community programs.
Design graphics for social media, email campaigns, print materials, and digital advertising.
Create short-form video content including reels and stories.
Maintain a library of high-quality photos and video assets.

Social Media

Plan and schedule daily content across multiple social media platforms.
Write engaging captions that reflect the Art Center's voice.
Promote exhibitions, films, education programs, memberships, fundraising, rentals, and special events.
Monitor comments and messages and respond or route inquiries appropriately.
Track engagement and recommend improvements.

Communications

Create weekly email newsletters using Constant Contact.
Develop segmented email campaigns for specific audiences.
Write and distribute press releases.
Manage text message marketing campaigns.
Update website announcements and promotional content.
Maintain event listings on community calendars and tourism websites.

Marketing Support

Produce posters, flyers, postcards, digital ads, and promotional graphics.
Support fundraising campaigns, membership drives, and special events through digital communications.

Calendar & Information Management

Maintain public event calendars.
Ensure consistency of dates, times, pricing, and event descriptions across all platforms.
Coordinate with staff to keep promotional information current.

Qualifications

Required

Strong photography skills with a portfolio demonstrating composition, lighting, and editing.
Experience creating graphics using Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.
Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
Experience managing social media business accounts.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends for exhibition openings, special events, and community programs.

Preferred

Experience with:

Constant Contact
SMS/text marketing platforms
Adobe Creative Cloud
Canva Pro
Google Workspace
Squarespace or website content management systems

Basic video editing skills (Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Final Cut, or similar).

Desired Characteristics

The successful candidate will be:

A visual storyteller.
Curious and creative.
Self-directed and dependable.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Comfortable juggling multiple deadlines.
Passionate about the arts and community engagement.
Able to work collaboratively with artists, educators, and administrative staff.

Schedule

20–30 hours per week.
Primarily weekday schedule with flexible hours.
Evening and weekend availability required for exhibition openings, First Fridays, fundraising events, and occasional community programs.

Compensation & Benefits

$18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience.
Paid vacation.
IRA match.
Professional development opportunities.
Creative, collaborative work environment in an accredited contemporary art museum and independent cinema.

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Assistant Gift Shop Manager (Part-Time)

Reports To: Executive Director and Gallery Manager
Compensation: $13.50–$16.00 per hour, depending on experience, dependability, and demonstrated performance
Schedule: Part-time

Position Summary

The Assistant Gift Shop Manager plays an important role in creating a welcoming and engaging retail experience for visitors to the Salina Art Center. This position assists with the daily operation of the Gift Shop, supports staff scheduling, maintains inventory and the point-of-sale system, and helps ensure the shop remains organized, attractive, and customer-focused. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, self-motivated, and enjoys working with the public.

Schedule Requirements

This position requires a consistent schedule that includes:

Two weekdays each week from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Two weekends each month:

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Additional hours may be available during special events, exhibition openings, and holiday shopping periods.

Essential Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to all visitors and shoppers.
Assist with staff scheduling and daily operational coordination.
Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with ordering and merchandising.
Operate and maintain the point-of-sale (POS) system, including product setup, pricing updates, and troubleshooting routine issues.
Maintain the Gift Shop calendar, including vendor deliveries, promotions, and special events.
Assist with rental inquiries, sales, and scheduling.
Help create attractive merchandise displays and seasonal merchandising.
Perform light cleaning and routine maintenance to keep the Gift Shop clean, organized, and inviting.
Assist with opening and closing procedures.
Support exhibitions, special events, and community programs as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Dependable with a proven record of punctuality and reliability.
Comfortable learning retail software and point-of-sale systems.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer proficiency.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.
Retail, museum, gallery, or customer service experience is preferred but not required.

Desired Qualities

The successful candidate will be:

Friendly, welcoming, and professional
Highly dependable and accountable
Organized and detail-oriented
Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small team
Interested in art, handmade goods, and supporting local artists
Flexible and willing to assist wherever needed to ensure an exceptional visitor experience

About the Salina Art Center

The Salina Art Center creates exchanges among art, artists, and audiences that reveal life. Through contemporary exhibitions, educational programming, public events, and an engaging Gift Shop featuring the work of regional and national artists, we strive to create a welcoming place where creativity and community thrive.

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