Careers

Job Posting: Marketing Manager 

Responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies to promote programming, events, membership, and educational initiatives, with a strong focus on building audience engagement while aligning with the organization's mission and values. 

Must have a passion for all things Southern arts and culture, be a self-starter, ferocious collaborator, and a master of digital media. 

Key Responsibilities:

 Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing plan aligned with the organization's goals and programming calendar.
• Tailor marketing strategies, tactics, and messages to appeal to varying target audiences based on their needs and preferences. 
• Set measurable marketing objectives and track key performance indicators (KPIs). 

 Brand Management:

• Oversee the organization's brand identity and messaging across all marketing materials and ensure consistent branding across all communication channels. 

Digital Marketing:

• Manage the organization's website and online presence, including content updates, SEO optimization, and lead generation strategies working with and managing outside partners on implementation. 
• Develop and execute social media campaigns across relevant platforms to engage audiences and build community. 
• Utilize email marketing to nurture leads, promote upcoming events, and communicate important updates. 

 Content Creation:

• Develop compelling marketing content including press releases, website copy, blog posts, social media graphics, and video content. 
• Collaborate with artists, performers, and staff to gather content and stories that highlight the organization's artistic impact. 

 Public Relations and Media Outreach:

• Build relationships with local media outlets to secure positive press coverage for events and exhibits and routinely appear on local and statewide radio and TV talk shows. 
• Develop and execute media pitch strategies to generate public awareness and interest. 

 Event Marketing:

• Create marketing plans for special events, including fundraisers, exhibit openings, performances and culinary events, and  
• Monitor ticket sales, implement promotional strategies, and contribute to member and guest outreach strategies. 

 Community Engagement:

• Develop marketing initiatives to reach diverse audiences and build community partnerships. 
• Collaborate with community organizations to cross-promote events and programs. 

 Budget Management:

• Manage the marketing budget effectively, allocating funds across various channels and campaigns. 
• Monitor spending and adjust strategies as needed to optimize ROI. 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of marketing principles and digital marketing strategies 
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns across multiple channels 
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills 
• Proficiency in content management systems, social media platforms, and marketing automation tools 
• Passion for the arts and understanding of the non-profit sector 
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including artists, staff, donors, and community partners 
• Experience in managing budgets and tracking marketing metrics 

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to careers@msarts.org.

Job Posting: Riley Foundation Summer Intern 

Gain hands-on experience in developing and implementing educational programs, marketing strategies, and tactics for The MAX, the state’s arts and cultural center devoted to celebrating Mississippi’s creative legacy while nurturing future creatives. Contribute to program development, content creation, research, event coordination, community outreach, and comprehensive marketing activities. The MAX is looking for bright, articulate self-starters who are organized and passionate about Mississippi arts and culture and want to gain valuable non-profit experience. Students pursuing a degree in education, museum studies, cultural studies, or business and marketing will be prioritized, and related experience is a definite plus. 

Candidates must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in a college or university and meet the following eligibility requirements: 

• Completed freshman year in college
• Not been previously employed with applying organization
• No relatives on the organization’s staff
• Plans to return to school in the fall
• Enrollment in a career institute, trade school, or vocational program does not apply 

Visit The Riley Foundation website for more info about the program. 

Submit a cover letter and resume to: 

Dr. Heather LaCoste
601.479.8094
heather@msarts.org

The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) is seeking reliable individuals to provide housekeeping services.

Essential Functions

• Sweep, scrub, mop, and polish floors.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpets and rugs.
• Dust and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Empty and clean trash containers.
• Dispose of trash in a sanitary manner.
• Clean all public and staff restrooms.
• Maintain all cleaning equipment and supplies in a safe and sanitary working condition.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency diploma
• One year of experience in a facility where customers, visitors, or patients are served (museum, hotel/motel, hospital)
• Friendliness, proper grooming, and honesty
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.

Interested candidates should stop by The MAX at 2155 Front Street in Meridian, Mississippi to obtain and complete an application or send a cover letter and résumé via email to careers@msarts.org or deliver to:

Human Resources
The MAX
2155 Front Street
Meridian, MS 39301

The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) is seeking experienced, reliable, and task-oriented individuals to provide excellent customer service to patrons of The MAX.  The part-time Visitor Services Associates will be responsible for selling tickets and memberships at the Admissions Desk as well as selling merchandise in the Museum Store.

Essential Functions

• Provide a welcoming environment and excellent customer service to patrons.
• Sell tickets and memberships and other educational services.
• Process retail sales and complete cash register transactions.
• Use point of sale (POS) software to sell tickets and merchandise, look up inventory, and balance cash drawers at end of shift.
• Answer phones and questions in a knowledgeable and friendly manner.
• Respond in a friendly manner to visitor complaints and concerns.
• Assist Manager with monitoring merchandise inventory, ticketing, stocking shelves, and taking care of other supplies and equipment.
• Have ability to be trained for other related functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Two or more years of experience in retail or customer services/guest services
• Experience in cash handling and working with complex ticketing systems is highly desired.
• Ability to orient group tours and school tours and speak in front of large groups
• Responsibility, friendliness, proper grooming, and honesty in handling cash and credit transactions
• Availability to work a part-time, flexible schedule
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time

Interested candidates should stop by The MAX at 2155 Front Street in Meridian, Mississippi to obtain and complete an application or send a cover letter and résumé via email to careers@msarts.org or deliver to:

Human Resources
The MAX
2155 Front Street
Meridian, MS 39301

This combined position of security and maintenance requires a reliable individual who provides security and maintenance services for the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience (The MAX).  This includes all MAX properties (buildings, grounds and security) in order to provide a safe, secure and clean environment.

Essential Functions

• Provide general maintenance of lighting, electrical, carpentry, and light plumbing
• Provide grounds maintenance (lawn, patio, trees, shrubs, flowers, etc.)
• Use basic hand tools for repair and installations and operation of fork lift, scissor lift and other major equipment
• Assist with setup/teardown of tables/chairs/equipment for special events
• Maintain maintenance equipment and supplies
• Must be available for flexible schedules after hours and weekends
• Serve as Security Guard as needed for assigned shifts, helping to preserve the safety of staff, visitors and The MAX
• Assist housekeepers with tasks as needed
• Greet, assist and interact with a variety of people, including employees, visitors, contractors, vendors, etc.
• Enforce rules and regulations in areas as needed; escort visitors when needed
• Respond to all alarms and other emergency situations; maintains records and makes reports as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or high school equivalency diploma
• One year of experience in a facility where customers, visitors or patients are served (museum’ hotel/motel, hospital)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational and maintenance instructions, blueprints, building schematics and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports
• Friendliness, proper grooming, and honesty
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. or more

Interested candidates should stop by The MAX at 2155 Front Street in Meridian, Mississippi to obtain and complete an application or send a cover letter and résumé via email to careers@msarts.org or deliver to:

Human Resources
The MAX
2155 Front Street
Meridian, MS 39301