Job Posting
 
Communications Assistant
Full-Time/ Non-Exempt
 

An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and AAM accredited, Japanese American National Museum (www.janm.org) is recognized as one of the nation’s premier cultural museums. JANM is located in the Little Tokyo/Arts district in downtown Los Angeles, a neighborhood that has experienced an exciting revitalization with diverse new restaurants, shops, luxury apartments, and nightlife.

The Communications Assistant is responsible for supporting the Marketing and Communications department, particularly with coordinating production and printing/placement of various printed materials and ads; and assisting with PR/media, marketing partnerships, and posting JANM events and exhibitions to external sites. General tasks include media research, responding to media inquiries, communication with other cultural institutions, selecting and organizing photographs for a variety of uses, and assisting with social media and other digital platforms. Requires occasional evening and weekend hours to support Exhibition openings, Free Family Festival Days and Development events.

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or English preferred. At least one year of experience coordinating production of printed materials, ads, and a year working with PR/media preferably including prior employment with a non-profit, museum, or cultural institution. Willingness to learn and apply new skills. Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines. Excellent Communication skills and strong proofreading skills. Knowledge of Japanese American history and culture a plus, sensitivity to issues of diversity and ethnicity is essential. Demonstrated proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet and web tools; Google Suite, MS Office, Google Calendar, Gmail, Altru and Slack preferred. Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop or other image editing software; familiarity with electronic image formats such as .jpg, .png, and .tiff and with image size/resolution requirements for print and web. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and InDesign a plus. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential.  Employees must be fully vaccinated +Boosted for COVID-19. Visit http://www.janm.org/jobs/ for more information and application form. EOE.

Benefits: EE Medical, Dental, life insurance, ERISA 403(b), FSA, 17 paid holidays, sick and vacation time; complimentary family level membership, free on-site parking, discounts in museum store and at on-site Chado tea room.

Submit: Cover Letter, application and resume.

Japanese American National Museum

Attn: Human Resources

RE: Communications Assistant

100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Email: hr@janm.org

Fax (213) 830-5673

No Phone Calls Please