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You must apply through the U-M Jobs website (umjobs.org). To be considered, your application package must include a resume and cover letter, not to exceed one page, describing how this position fits with and advances your career goals.
Who We Are
Now in its 148th season, UMS continues to showcase traditional performing arts alongside contemporary artists and is admired across the country for its boundary-pushing roster of artists and its curious and supportive audiences.
Housed on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, UMS is one of the oldest performing arts presenters in the country, committed to connecting audiences with performing artists from around the world in uncommon and engaging experiences. With a program steeped in music, dance, and theater, UMS contributes to a vibrant cultural community by presenting approximately 60-75 performances and over 100 free educational activities each season. UMS also commissions new work, sponsors artist residencies, and organizes collaborative projects with local, national, and international partners.
UMS was selected as one of the 2014 recipients of the National Medal of Arts, the nation's highest public artistic honor, awarded annually by the president of the United States at the White House to those who have "demonstrated a lifetime of creative excellence," according to the National Endowment for the Arts, which oversees the selection process. For more information on UMS visit: https://ums.org/.
We are committed to the development of staff who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Vice President, Marketing & Communications, the Marketing & Media Relations Manager is part of a four-person marketing and communications team that values brainstorming and creative input, with a willingness to experiment and innovate.
Primary responsibilities include planning and executing marketing, press, and promotional strategies to attract audiences to UMS in-person and digital events, ensure that ticket sales and attendance goals are met/exceeded, increase UMS's regional and national visibility, and support communications for learning events and fundraising initiatives. The successful candidate will have strong writing skills and design expertise and will be adept at managing many deadlines for a wide range of projects with both short- and long-term planning horizons.
(35%) Marketing Campaign Development, Advertising & Budget Management
- Develop and implement paid and in-kind print and broadcast advertising plans, adapting for multiple and varied audience segments, including booking, copywriting, and coordinating graphic design
- Create, produce, and distribute UMS collateral, including flyers, posters, and invitations
- Ensure accuracy, brand compliance, and on-time delivery of final all advertising and collateral
- Lead marketing campaigns for Student Tickets, Kids Club, and other discount initiatives
- Research and develop marketing plans for season events
- Collaborate with Group Sales Coordinator to research and contact community-based organizations to promote UMS activities
- Secure media partners and handle partner sponsorship fulfillment
- Manage annual advertising budget of ~$150k
(35%) Press/Media Relations
- Research, write, and distribute press/news releases and media advisories that take activities and translate them into compelling public-facing stories
- Plan strategy and develop story angles for performances, educational activities and special events, including participating in planning and execution around UMS's 150th season in 28/29 and other large initiatives
- Pitch story ideas, coordinate interviews and publicity appearances, manage press tickets, and service press inquiries
- Build relationships with members of the traditional media and new outlets regionally and nationally (when appropriate). Maintain a database
- Populate external online calendar listings with UMS activities and ensure they are kept up to date
- Develop talking points and scripts for radio interviews and other institutional activities
- Distribute and archive press related to UMS
(15%) E-Mail & Digital Communications
- In conjunction with Digital Marketing Coordinator, create, proofread, and deploy UMS e-mail campaigns that support communications efforts. Track effectiveness of campaigns through A/B testing and report analysis
- Write blog posts to support promotional efforts
- Work with the Director of Digital Media to develop and support LinkedIn communications strategy
(15%) Project Management & Administration
- Coordinate subscription renewal campaign each spring, including renewal forms, list management, and mailing
- Coordinate contract work with external photographers. Manage photo approvals with artists and artist management
- Support Director of Digital Media with artist interview requests for blog posts and other social content
- Recruit, train, and supervise graphic design student position, and provide feedback and mentorship
- Attend weekly marketing department strategy meetings and weekly 1:1 with direct supervisor
- Manage and staff in-person tabling opportunities, such as U-M orientations and other public-facing events
- Develop content for annual report
- Perform other duties as assigned in a fast-paced, high-output environment
Required Qualifications
- 2-4 years of applicable experience in marketing/communications
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage numerous projects simultaneously and in various stages of development. Ability to plan workflow several months in advance, while responding to immediate needs
- Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
- Attention to detail in writing and proofreading
- Ability to be productive and flexible under pressure and able to meet deadlines
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive), and Microsoft Office 365 suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Ability to be largely self-sufficient in managing administrative needs
- Routinely moves and positions materials weighing up to 25 pounds across campus and for various event needs
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in the performing arts and/or non-profit sector
- Experience working with an email marketing platform (such as MailChimp, ExactTarget, Prospect2) and CRM database, with Tessitura CRM system, and/or Prospect2 email system
- Experience using project management software
- Knowledge of and interest in performing arts and artists
Why Work at Michigan?
We offer a benefits package that includes comprehensive training and career development opportunities, generous retirement savings plans, ample paid time off, and a wealth of family care support: https://careers.umich.edu/benefits/
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Locations
This is a full-time position that occasionally requires evening and weekend work, with a core weekday M-F schedule. It is based in Ann Arbor, MI, on the campus of the University of Michigan.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
284912
Working Title
Marketing and Media Relations Manager
Job Title
Marketing Specialist
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Univ Music Society
Department
UMS Marketing
Posting Begin/End Date
10/27/2026 - 11/10/2026
Salary
$60,189.00 - $70,810.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing
How to Apply
You must apply through the U-M Jobs website (umjobs.org). To be considered, your application package must include a resume and cover letter, not to exceed one page, describing how this position fits with and advances your career goals.
Who We Are
Now in its 148th season, UMS continues to showcase traditional performing arts alongside contemporary artists and is admired across the country for its boundary-pushing roster of artists and its curious and supportive audiences.
Housed on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, UMS is one of the oldest performing arts presenters in the country, committed to connecting audiences with performing artists from around the world in uncommon and engaging experiences. With a program steeped in music, dance, and theater, UMS contributes to a vibrant cultural community by presenting approximately 60-75 performances and over 100 free educational activities each season. UMS also commissions new work, sponsors artist residencies, and organizes collaborative projects with local, national, and international partners.
UMS was selected as one of the 2014 recipients of the National Medal of Arts, the nation's highest public artistic honor, awarded annually by the president of the United States at the White House to those who have "demonstrated a lifetime of creative excellence," according to the National Endowment for the Arts, which oversees the selection process. For more information on UMS visit: https://ums.org/.
We are committed to the development of staff who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Vice President, Marketing & Communications, the Marketing & Media Relations Manager is part of a four-person marketing and communications team that values brainstorming and creative input, with a willingness to experiment and innovate.
Primary responsibilities include planning and executing marketing, press, and promotional strategies to attract audiences to UMS in-person and digital events, ensure that ticket sales and attendance goals are met/exceeded, increase UMS's regional and national visibility, and support communications for learning events and fundraising initiatives. The successful candidate will have strong writing skills and design expertise and will be adept at managing many deadlines for a wide range of projects with both short- and long-term planning horizons.
(35%) Marketing Campaign Development, Advertising & Budget Management
- Develop and implement paid and in-kind print and broadcast advertising plans, adapting for multiple and varied audience segments, including booking, copywriting, and coordinating graphic design
- Create, produce, and distribute UMS collateral, including flyers, posters, and invitations
- Ensure accuracy, brand compliance, and on-time delivery of final all advertising and collateral
- Lead marketing campaigns for Student Tickets, Kids Club, and other discount initiatives
- Research and develop marketing plans for season events
- Collaborate with Group Sales Coordinator to research and contact community-based organizations to promote UMS activities
- Secure media partners and handle partner sponsorship fulfillment
- Manage annual advertising budget of ~$150k
(35%) Press/Media Relations
- Research, write, and distribute press/news releases and media advisories that take activities and translate them into compelling public-facing stories
- Plan strategy and develop story angles for performances, educational activities and special events, including participating in planning and execution around UMS's 150th season in 28/29 and other large initiatives
- Pitch story ideas, coordinate interviews and publicity appearances, manage press tickets, and service press inquiries
- Build relationships with members of the traditional media and new outlets regionally and nationally (when appropriate). Maintain a database
- Populate external online calendar listings with UMS activities and ensure they are kept up to date
- Develop talking points and scripts for radio interviews and other institutional activities
- Distribute and archive press related to UMS
(15%) E-Mail & Digital Communications
- In conjunction with Digital Marketing Coordinator, create, proofread, and deploy UMS e-mail campaigns that support communications efforts. Track effectiveness of campaigns through A/B testing and report analysis
- Write blog posts to support promotional efforts
- Work with the Director of Digital Media to develop and support LinkedIn communications strategy
(15%) Project Management & Administration
- Coordinate subscription renewal campaign each spring, including renewal forms, list management, and mailing
- Coordinate contract work with external photographers. Manage photo approvals with artists and artist management
- Support Director of Digital Media with artist interview requests for blog posts and other social content
- Recruit, train, and supervise graphic design student position, and provide feedback and mentorship
- Attend weekly marketing department strategy meetings and weekly 1:1 with direct supervisor
- Manage and staff in-person tabling opportunities, such as U-M orientations and other public-facing events
- Develop content for annual report
- Perform other duties as assigned in a fast-paced, high-output environment
Required Qualifications
- 2-4 years of applicable experience in marketing/communications
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage numerous projects simultaneously and in various stages of development. Ability to plan workflow several months in advance, while responding to immediate needs
- Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
- Attention to detail in writing and proofreading
- Ability to be productive and flexible under pressure and able to meet deadlines
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive), and Microsoft Office 365 suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Ability to be largely self-sufficient in managing administrative needs
- Routinely moves and positions materials weighing up to 25 pounds across campus and for various event needs
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in the performing arts and/or non-profit sector
- Experience working with an email marketing platform (such as MailChimp, ExactTarget, Prospect2) and CRM database, with Tessitura CRM system, and/or Prospect2 email system
- Experience using project management software
- Knowledge of and interest in performing arts and artists
Why Work at Michigan?
We offer a benefits package that includes comprehensive training and career development opportunities, generous retirement savings plans, ample paid time off, and a wealth of family care support: https://careers.umich.edu/benefits/
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Locations
This is a full-time position that occasionally requires evening and weekend work, with a core weekday M-F schedule. It is based in Ann Arbor, MI, on the campus of the University of Michigan.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
284912
Working Title
Marketing and Media Relations Manager
Job Title
Marketing Specialist
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Univ Music Society
Department
UMS Marketing
Posting Begin/End Date
10/27/2026 - 11/10/2026
Salary
$60,189.00 - $70,810.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Media Relations Manager
Document your degree field precisely
PERM requires your credentials to match the job's educational requirement. A degree in communications, public relations, or journalism strengthens your EB-2 or EB-3 case. Gather official transcripts and a credential evaluation before applying to sponsoring employers.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Focus your search on media companies, PR agencies, and large corporations with in-house communications teams that have sponsored foreign workers before. PERM filing history signals an employer already understands the labor certification process and won't stall at HR.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your sponsor must pay at least the prevailing wage for Media Relations Manager in your work location. Cross-check your offer against OFLC Wage Search before accepting so you don't accept a role that will fail DOL's wage requirement at the PERM stage.
Clarify sponsorship intent before final interviews
Ask hiring managers directly whether they've sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 applicants and whether legal counsel is in-house or outsourced. Employers unfamiliar with PERM timelines, typically 18 to 36 months from filing to I-485 approval, sometimes withdraw offers mid-process.
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Understand how EB-3 priority dates affect your timeline
If you're from a high-demand country like India or China, your EB-3 priority date determines when USCIS can approve your I-485. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin and account for potential multi-year waits when evaluating job offers that include green card sponsorship.
Green Card Media Relations Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Media Relations Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Media Relations Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or public relations. If the role requires an advanced degree or the employer can demonstrate equivalent specialized expertise, EB-2 sponsorship may apply. The PERM labor certification determines which category fits based on the job's minimum requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
An H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial period and annual lottery risk. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The tradeoff is time: the green card process typically takes two to four years or longer depending on your country of birth and priority date backlog.
Where can I find Media Relations Manager jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Media Relations Manager roles where employers have a verified green card sponsorship history, avoiding the manual process of reading each job description to determine whether PERM-based sponsorship is on the table.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for this role?
Your employer files an Application for Permanent Employment Certification with DOL, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. They must run a formal recruitment campaign, advertise the role, and document the results. The job description used in PERM must match your actual duties closely, which is why your offer letter and job scope matter from day one.
Can my employer start my green card process while I'm on an H-1B?
Yes. Employers routinely begin PERM while you're working on an H-1B. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you file the I-485 to adjust status without leaving the U.S. USCIS allows H-1B extensions beyond the standard six-year cap once the I-140 is approved and the priority date is more than 365 days old.