Het HEM produces physical – and from 2023 – also digital programmes that cross all possible disciplines; visual arts, music, dance, performance, theatre, philosophy, literature. Since 2019 Het HEM is known for its Chapter programming where we collaborate with today’s visionaries who share their ideas through large-scale art programmes. But it’s also known for the layered music programming, the parties, the art installations by RAAAF and Levi van Veluw, the bookshop, the restaurants and the great terrace on the North Sea Canal.
Due to renovations (2023-24), Het HEM is shifting its focus to online this year and we’re therefore developing The Couch; a digital platform where editorial content, online art projects and a web shop are presented. On here, Het HEM tells the larger, overarching story and shows the connections between the broad programme and the various components and communities that Het HEM houses. Ultimately, we will move towards a more hybrid form – presenting both physical and digital programmes for various audiences.
To make this next step Het HEM is looking for a Communication & Marketing Manager for 38 hours a week.
As a Communication Manager in our young and small organization, you will step into a dynamic environment where experimentation plays a key role; not only in our programmes, but also in the way we work (together). Your main role is to connect the public with our activities.
As a communications manager you are responsible for:
- Highlighting the vision of Het HEM and The Couch by drawing up a digital communication strategy
- Translating the digital strategy into campaign strategy and choosing suitable mediums based on data and insights.
- Understanding the wishes and needs of our target groups with the aim of expanding our audience.
- Leading the digital communications coordinator and digital community manager to develop, execute and analyze a digital media strategy and public survey; and monitoring results on social media, website and online findability.
- Writing and editing texts for the website, newsletters and press releases; including sending and following up and organizing press meetings.
-PR – translate campaigns in an integrated media plan and strongly position our content with media
- Managing budget.
- Managing CMS and taking care of the content and sending newsletters.
- Building and maintaining a relevant relationship network.
- Managing design agency(s) and printer(s).
Profile – Necessary job qualities:
Excellent writing skills in Dutch and English and being able to use the right tone of voice.
Experience in taking responsibility for marketing, PR and communication processes (on- and offline) from start to finish (at least 4 to 5 years).
You can function and work independently in a creative startup.
-You can switch quickly and see opportunities to convey our programmes and events to different audiences.
You have a great sense of responsibility.
Knowledge of all possible communication channels (old and new).
Have a relevant media network.
Have know-how in the field of image editing and press approach.
You have basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
Preferably living in Zaandam or Amsterdam.
Possibility to start in March / April 2023.
We offer an independent position in a special industrial building with friendly colleagues and shared lunch. The organization of Het HEM consists of 15 employees divided over seven departments: Office, Program, Production, Communication, Management, Finance & Operations.
The gross monthly salary depends on experience and education.
It concerns an employment contract for 38 hours per week with an appointment for one year (with a view to extension). The working days can be discussed.
If you are interested in the position, please send an e-mail with your motivation letter and CV before February 27, 2023 to info@hethem.nl, stating Vacancy Communication & Marketing Manager. The first interviews will be held on Thursday 2 / Friday 3 March and Monday 6 March 2023. More information about the position is available via info@hethem.nl or +31 757 100 073.
