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Marketing Assistant (Seasonal, Part-time)

CompanySAN DIEGO SYMPHONY
LocationSan Diego
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 5, 2026
About The Company
San Diego Symphony performed its first concert on December 6, 1910. In the 97 years since its inception, San Diego Symphony has become one of the leading orchestras in the United States. It is committed to providing musical experiences of superior quality for the greater San Diego community and beyond. Through a rich mixture of innovative and educational programming designed to appeal to all ages and cultures, the Symphony makes music an integral part of the cultural and intellectual fabric of the San Diego region, valued by and relevant to all its residents. The Symphony offers wide range of concert experiences and performs over 100 concerts each season. In 2008 the Symphony performed with Pinchas Zukerman, Frank Sinatra Jr., Mary Wilson, Lang Lang, The Romeros, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and San Diego Master Chorale. San Diego Symphony performances include the Masterworks series, offering traditional classical repertoire and featuring such guest artists as Yefim Bronfman, Joshua Bell, Jon Kimura Parker and Kathleen Battle; the Winter Pops series, featuring popular guest artists such as Michael Feinstein, Jennifer Holliday, Ben Vereen, Robert Klein and Principal Pops Conductor Marvin Hamlisch as well as annual holiday programs; a Family Festival series that presents family-friendly concerts; and Symphony Exposed, a fascinating series of concerts examining closely great works of classical music from entertaining and thought-provoking angles, hosted by Nuvi Mehta. Each year, from July through September, the Symphony presents an outdoor Summer Pops season at Embarcadero Marina Park South. Summer Pops mixes classical favorites and pop music in a festive, outdoor atmosphere on San Diego’s picturesque waterfront.
About the Role

Description

Part-time Status: 20-24 hours per week (includes some nights and weekends for concerts) 

Dates: June 2026 – October 2026

Reports to: Director of Marketing, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park 


Who Are We?

San Diego Symphony – Changing Lives Through Music 


The San Diego Symphony, through unquestionable commitment to the highest levels of artistic achievement, seeks to elevate human potential by providing a shared sense of pride and belonging to something bigger than any of us can achieve alone. We offer audiences the wonder of live music and transformative learning experiences that develop an understanding and passion for the arts. To ensure we are an enduring force in the region, we commit to fiscal responsibility. We serve and shape the culture of the region, by being for all and with all, the musical heart of San Diego. 


About the Role

The San Diego Symphony is seeking a creative, motivated Marketing Assistant to support brand marketing and concert promotion for The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, one of the nation’s premier outdoor music venues owned and operated by the San Diego Symphony. This role is ideal for early-career professionals interested in live events, music, social media, and experiential marketing. 


You will report to and work closely with the Director of Marketing for The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park on campaigns that build audience engagement, elevate the brand, and promote a wide range of concerts and events with a strong emphasis on social media content creation, digital storytelling, and audience engagement.


What You’ll Do

  • Contribute ideas for multi-channel brand campaigns and creative concepts to promote The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park 
  • Support development of social media content across TikTok, Instagram, Meta, and X (Reels/TikTok, Stories, posts, captions, etc.) 
  • Assist in the planning and execution of concert promotion campaigns 
  • Capture on-site content at select concerts and events 
  • Research trends, audiences, influencers, and best practices in social media 
  • Help manage content calendars and schedule posts 
  • Track engagement metrics and compile performance reports across various platforms 
  • Support general marketing department tasks and event-day needs 

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong interest in brand marketing, social media, and live entertainment/music industry 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Familiarity with TikTok, Instagram, and emerging platforms 
  • Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or video editing tools a plus 
  • Photo and short-form video skills are highly valued 
  • Organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment 
  • Ability to work some evenings/weekends for concerts and events 
  • Currently enrolled in or recent graduate from a college/university program in Marketing, Communications, PR, Media Studies, or related field (preferred) 
  • Role may require walking, climbing stairs, lifting and carrying 50+ lbs.


What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on experience promoting live music, large-scale events, and a premier outdoor music venue  
  • Portfolio-building social content and brand campaign work 
  • Mentorship from marketing professionals in the performing arts industry 
  • Exposure to cross-functional teams including Artistic, Communications, Venue Operations, and Production 
  • Real-world understanding of venue marketing and audience engagement strategies 


How to Apply

Please submit: 

  • Resume 
  • Short cover letter explaining your interest in the role and relevant experience 
  • (Optional) Links to social profiles or sample content you’ve created 
Key Skills
Brand MarketingSocial Media Content CreationDigital StorytellingAudience EngagementCanvaAdobe Creative SuiteVideo EditingTikTokInstagramMetaXContent Calendar ManagementPerformance ReportingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationEvent Promotion
Categories
MarketingCreative & MediaArt & DesignHospitalityAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Support brand marketing and concert promotion for The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with a focus on social media content creation and digital storytelling. Assist in planning campaigns, capturing on-site event content, and tracking engagement metrics across various platforms.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
218
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
24 hours
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