REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree, master's preferred; minimum of 5-7 years marketing/PR experience with particular focus in arts-related fields. Experience in higher education a plus; and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Proven record of success in creation and implementation of both large and small scale revenue generating campaigns Expertise in the application of fundamental marketing/public relation's theories and practices for performing arts organizations. Demonstrated strength in team leadership and resource management Strong computer competence and arts software systems. Outstanding organizational, copywriting, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven, hands-on experience in media relations, media planning and buying, direct, email, and social media initiatives, and digital marketing. PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Director of Marketing and Public Relations is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all marketing, public relations, and communication activities. This position is a member of the Pittsburgh Playhouse's senior management team and reports to the VP/Artistic Director. S/he will closely with the Artistic Director and Producing Director in the development of strategic planning. This position will also work with the Conservatory's recruitment staff, Marketing and Communications, and Admissions to develop and implement marketing initiatives focused on recruitment of undergraduate and graduate COPA students. ACCOUNTABILITY: Crafting and executing strategic annual marketing and public relations campaigns. Manage growth in audience size among subscribers and single ticket holders Manage the effective growth and evolution of the Conservatory of Performing Arts and Pittsburgh Playhouse's brand both locally and nationally Collaborate with the University's Conference and Events Director, and when appropriate, the Director of Alumni Relations