Social Media Coordinator and Communications Assistant

The Old Globe, located in beautiful Balboa Park, is seeking a Social Media Coordinator and Communications Assistant to join our Marketing and Communications team at San Diego’s premier regional theatre.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, the Social Media Coordinator and Communications Assistant is a creative and detail-oriented member of the marketing team. This position plays an important role in supporting The Old Globe’s social media presence and broader communications efforts. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to manage multiple deadlines and projects, and possess excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.

This role helps guide The Old Globe’s social media presence across platforms by capturing photos and videos, scheduling and posting content, and engaging with the community online. The position also supports the Communications team by writing social media captions, headlines, taglines, and copy for paid digital ads, as well as proofreading and copyediting other materials. Additional responsibilities include providing support for outside photographers during photo shoots, posting required notices for photo and video b-roll shoots, and assisting with the setup and staffing of community events both on and off campus, including select evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Together with the Public Relations Associate, coordinate and maintain the social media calendar.
• Maintain The Old Globe’s social media channels, including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube, by scheduling and posting regular content.
• Write smart, engaging copy that reflects The Old Globe’s voice and brand.
• Proof and approve paid social ads.
• Boost select organic posts as requested.
• Respond to comments, messages, and mentions to foster community engagement.
• Capture photos and videos at photo shoots, first rehearsals, opening nights, and other Globe events.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure their work is represented on Globe social media channels.
• Provide support for communications-related projects and events as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director and Director of Marketing and Communications.

The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By taking intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.