We’re Hiring: Communications & Outreach Coordinator

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Fairbanks Arts Association has served Interior Alaska through the arts since 1966, offering visual, literary, performing, and arts education programs. Based in the Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts in Alaskaland, we play a central leadership role in the arts community. Grounded in values of respect and belonging, we work to build a vibrant, healthy community through the arts.

Fairbanks Arts Association is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants on individual merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Description

The Communications & Outreach Coordinator (C.O.C.) is a full-time position (30–40 hours per week), starting at $23–$25 per hour depending on experience, reporting to the Executive Director. The C.O.C. creates and circulates engaging written and visual content that deepens program participation and raises public awareness of Fairbanks Arts’ mission and activities — planning promotional strategies, developing content for media and targeted audiences, and serving as a liaison between Fairbanks Arts, the public, and the media. The role also leads community outreach: building relationships with artists, members, and community partners, and representing Fairbanks Arts at events, job fairs, and other outreach opportunities to grow participation and support.

This work overlaps with other staff roles, so success requires proactive communication and strong collaboration. The role suits someone who enjoys public engagement, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes initiative — regularly engaging with artists, staff, volunteers, and Fairbanks Arts’ membership and supporters by phone, email, and in person.

Position will remain open until filled.

Work Environment & Schedule

This role is based primarily at the Fairbanks Arts office (on-site no less than 3 days per week). Any hybrid and/or remote arrangements must be approved by the Executive Director in advance. Evening or weekend hours are required roughly once a month (about 12 times per year) for events such as openings, community events, and job fairs, with all schedule changes approved by the Executive Director. The role routinely requires visiting our third-floor gallery space (accessible by stairs or elevator), and occasionally requires local travel to off-site events using the employee’s own vehicle (mileage reimbursed).

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role centered on a desk, computer, and phone. Regular tasks include:

  • Operating a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods
  • Communicating with staff, artists, volunteers, media, and the public by email, phone, and in person
  • Preparing and moving event or mailing materials, occasionally up to 20 pounds
  • Setting up and staffing tables at community events and job fairs, with occasional local travel
  • Operating a camera or smartphone to capture photo and video documentation of programs and events
  • Ascending stairs, or using the elevator, to access the third-floor gallery space

Qualifications

Required

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent Fairbanks Arts’ mission and multifaceted activities clearly and consistently
  • Strong interpersonal skills — communicates respectfully and works effectively with staff, artists, volunteers, media, and the public
  • Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace
  • Demonstrated experience with social media marketing and current promotional trends
  • Knowledge of layout and design principles for print and digital materials, with the ability to create assets consistent with organizational guidelines
  • Flexibility, follow-through, and persistence in outreach and follow-up communication

Preferred

  • Experience in a nonprofit organization
  • Experience using the relational database platform Airtable, or demonstrated comfort using similar technology platforms

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Communications

  • Plan and implement promotional strategies and schedules for Fairbanks Arts programs and events, identifying target audiences and channels (social media, email, direct mail)
  • Write, edit, and distribute content — press releases, website copy, social posts, newsletters, and other marketing materials
  • Create or coordinate visual materials for print and digital communications (newsletters, brochures, press kits, social graphics), consistent with organizational guidelines
  • Capture photo and video content at programs and events for use in social media, newsletters, and marketing materials
  • Maintain the Fairbanks Arts website (WordPress) and manage external event calendars
  • Build and maintain relationships with local, regional, and statewide media contacts; respond to inquiries and coordinate interviews
  • Monitor and catalog media coverage of Fairbanks Arts’ activities
  • Provide weekly communications updates to staff, and work with the Executive Director to track analytics and KPIs

Outreach

  • Build and strengthen community relationships, proactively networking to expand Fairbanks Arts’ reach
  • Support and implement an annual membership recruitment and engagement plan with colleagues
  • Represent Fairbanks Arts at job fairs, community events, and other outreach opportunities
  • Engage with community and social media groups to support outreach, volunteer, and member recruitment, evaluating and refining these efforts over time
  • Maintain accurate community contact records and provide consistent follow-up with members and partners
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of community outreach initiatives and programs

Benefits

  • Flexible PTO accruing at 2 hours per 40 hours worked, increasing with tenure (usable for sick, personal, or vacation leave)
  • Five floating paid holidays annually, following a favorable introductory performance review

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials to director@fairbanksarts.org:

  • A cover letter describing how you would contribute to communications and outreach at Fairbanks Arts Association
  • A current résumé
  • Work samples demonstrating communications and design proficiency
  • Contact information for three professional references

Applications submitted through Facebook, LinkedIn, or Indeed will not be considered.

Revised: August 2026