Village of Irvington
Irvington, NY
US

CONTACT NAME

Charles Hessler

DESCRIPTION

Branding and Content Consultant

Irvington Theater
Village of Irvington, New York

Location: Irvington, NY
Position Type: Independent Contractor
Compensation: $26 per hour
Hours: Up to 25 hours per week

About Irvington Theater

Irvington Theater is a historic performing arts venue located in Irvington, New York, in Westchester County. Built in 1902 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the theater has served as a cultural centerpiece for the community for more than a century.

Today, Irvington Theater produces original programming and presents work by arts partners and visiting presenters across theater, music, film, comedy, and dance. The theater’s 432 seat auditorium blends historic architecture with modern upgrades and is considered a premier performance venue in the Rivertowns.

Irvington Theater’s mission is to curate innovative cultural programming that entertains, enlightens, and inspires. The theater is managed by a full time Theater Manager who collaborates with a volunteer Theater Commission on artistic programming and long term vision. Irvington Theater partners with artists and organizations to amplify diverse voices and creative work and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both process and performance.

Position Overview

Irvington Theater is seeking a Branding and Content Consultant to help strengthen and refine the theater’s visual identity, messaging, and marketing materials. This consultant will work with theater staff to develop a cohesive brand presence across digital and print platforms while creating marketing content that supports programming, audience development, and community engagement.

The consultant will focus on branding, design, messaging, and communications strategy. Social media posting will be handled by theater staff, but the consultant will help develop content and creative assets that support the theater’s overall marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Brand Development and Messaging

The consultant will:

Help refine Irvington Theater’s brand identity and messaging to ensure consistency across communications.

Provide guidance on tone, visual style, and messaging priorities that align with the theater’s mission and programming.

Develop a communications framework that supports audience development and community engagement.

Collaborate with theater staff and the Theater Commission to ensure the brand reflects the theater’s artistic vision and community role.

Marketing and Content Creation

The consultant will:

Create visual and written marketing materials for theater productions and special events.

Develop creative assets for digital and print platforms including:

• Social media graphics
• Posters and flyers
• Postcards and promotional materials
• Email and website graphics

Adapt content across multiple formats while maintaining brand consistency.

Work within Irvington Theater’s existing brand guidelines and help evolve them as needed.

Campaign Development

The consultant will:

Develop marketing and branding concepts for productions, events, and seasonal programming.

Recommend strategies for promoting performances and building audience awareness.

Provide guidance on how marketing content can be used effectively across different platforms.

Collaboration and Implementation Support

The consultant will work with theater staff on:

Paid advertising campaigns, including messaging and creative assets.

Print production coordination and preparing files for designated vendors.

Marketing planning aligned with the theater’s programming calendar.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

Experience in branding, communications, or marketing for arts, cultural, nonprofit, or community organizations.

Strong graphic design and visual communication skills.

Experience developing brand identity and messaging strategies.

Ability to work within and refine established brand guidelines.

Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style.

A portfolio demonstrating relevant work.

Compensation and Terms

• $26 per hour
• Up to 25 hours per week
• Independent contractor position
• Contract term to be determined (anticipated 6 to 12 months)

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit the following by noon on April 1, 2026:

• A brief statement of interest
• Relevant professional experience
• Portfolio or examples of past work
• Resume or professional background
• At least two professional references

Please submit materials electronically to:

Charles Hessler
Village of Irvington
[email protected]

Subject Line: Branding and Content Consultant

SALARY

$24.00 – $26.00 per hour

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