VIERNULVIER arts center is looking for a (ALLROUND) COMMUNICATIONS EMPLOYEE Full-time

Arts Center VIERNULVIER is looking for an (all-round) communications officer. As a communications officer, you will be an essential part of our communications team, contributing to the development and implementation of communications and marketing plans for our programs and activities. 

What are your main duties?

• Communication and promotion of the “music” program line (from announcements to follow-ups). 
  Promotion and communication for the VIERNULVIER Café and for our monument (tours, history and renovations). 
• Support colleagues in content creation, general communications and marketing. 
  Writing and editing (short) copy for our newsletter, socials, news releases and website in the tone of voice of the house. 
• Timely online posting of announcements, news blogs and events, with an eye for SEO optimization. 
• Creative conception of new campaigns and understanding of what tools you need to do so. 
  You are aware of target audiences and know how to approach them.
• Reporting regularly to your coordinators on the progress of projects.

Who are we looking for? 

We are looking for someone who is all-around employable on our communications team. You know what VIERNULVIER stands for, are aware of our wide and diverse audience and know how to appeal to target audiences for our diverse program. 

• You have at least three years of experience in a communications job. This is a prerequisite. Experience in the cultural sector is a plus. 
• You speak and write flawless Dutch and English. 
• You are a born marketer, and you like to convince people. 
• You have an eye for detail, are goal-oriented, creative and eager to learn. 
• You are able to conceive and develop a communication campaign for an event, festival or series. 
• Both a team player and an independent worker who can coordinate and execute projects from A to Z.
• You write fluent copy for a variety of audiences and channels.
• You are multifunctional in the communications team, you are a “storyteller” and know better than anyone how to turn information into something people want to read, hear, discover. 
• You are punctual, stress resistant and meet your deadlines. 
• Basic graphic design skills (with Canva or InDesign) to quickly cobble together Facebook banners and Instagramsquares is a plus. 

We offer

• A full-time contract for an indefinite period of time. 
• A varied job in a dynamic, cultural environment with great colleagues. 
• A loose, open working atmosphere with room for initiative. 
• Salary according to scale B, PC 304 - performing arts. 
• A package of fringe benefits.
• A place for development through both internal and external training courses. 
• A flat organizational structure in which you can take on multiple roles if you wish. Commitment, transparency and room for own initiative in an informal setting are pillars we rely on. On our website you will find how we operate. 

Kunstencentrum VIERNULVIER attaches importance to the diversity of our colleagues, without distinction of gender, religion, color, nationality, sexual preference, handicap, age or ethnic origin. We strive to be a reflection of the city's residents - both in our staff and our visitors. We are curious about your talent and how you can help write our story.

How do you apply? 

Send your resume, cover letter to vacature_communicatiemedewerker@viernulvier.gent by December 2, 2024.