Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive communications plan to advance Arts Idaho’s mission and visibility.
• Serve as media contact and spokesperson; coordinate interviews, press coverage, and media relations.
• Act as the agency’s principal writer: research, draft, edit, update, and proofread policies, procedures, publications, and web content.
• Source, create, and manage high-quality content that engages audiences and articulates the agency’s mission and impact; utilize Adobe Suite.
• Coordinate design, content, and production of agency collateral and publications; manage relationships with designers and media professionals as needed.
• Lead and implement digital marketing strategies across platforms.
• Oversee crisis communications planning, training, and implementation.
• Represent Arts Idaho at events and public sessions to promote programs, services, and resources.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, including Governor’s Office and Transparent Idaho initiatives.
• Serve as Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer.

Requirements

• Experience developing and implementing communications, marketing, or public outreach strategies
• Experience writing, editing, and managing content for multiple platforms (web, social media, print, etc.)
• Experience serving as a point of contact for media or coordinating public information efforts
• Experience creating digital content, including use of design, photography, or video tools
• Experience using analytics or data to evaluate communication effectiveness and inform decisions
• Experience managing multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in government, nonprofit, or community-focused organizations
• Experience engaging with diverse communities and tailoring messaging for different audiences
• Experience supporting public meetings, events, or community engagement efforts
• Experience ensuring communications align with policies, regulations, or public transparency requirements