Description
Programs & Marketing Director
Job Summary:
The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage, located in Ridgeland, SC seeks a Programs & Marketing Director. The Programs and Marketing Director reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for planning, developing, and executing the museum's programs and marketing to ensure an enriching and inspiring experience for visitors. They are responsible for promoting the Center to the public and implementing compelling educational programming. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve the museum's goals and objectives. This position is crucial for shaping the museum's identity, engaging its audience, and creating meaningful experiences for visitors. Target salary: $55,000-$60,000 depending on qualifications. Health insurance benefits are not included. Some weekend work will be required.
The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage is a non-profit organization with a mission to collect, preserve, and interpret the history and culture of the South Carolina Lowcountry by providing learning opportunities to its citizens and visitors.
The Center carries out this mission by cultivating community understanding through the education, preservation, and celebration of the region’s rich cultural heritage and by ensuring the Center welcomes a wide diversity of people who can gather to explore and learn about the area’s distinctive sense of place.
Key Responsibilities
Educational Program Development:
Develop and implement new and existing educational programs that complement the exhibitions and appeal to diverse audiences, such as guided tours, workshops, lectures, and interactive activities.
Collaborate with educators and researchers to design programs that align with educational standards and curricular requirements. Lead the Fuel the Mind field trip program.
Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of educational programs and make improvements as needed.
Marketing:
Promote the Center and its programs through social medial channels, digital, and print media.
Manage the Center’s integrated marketing strategy, combining print, digital, social media, and content-driven approaches.
Manage, track, and adjust Google Ads, Meta advertising, and YouTube/OTT video campaigns.
Participate in media interviews, public speaking engagements, and community events to raise awareness of the museum's offerings.
Staff Management:
Supervise and provide leadership to docents involved in educational programming. May supervise other museum staff.
May conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities for team members.
To apply for this position, please email resume, cover letter, and three references to: Zachary Garrett, Executive Director, Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage, director@morrisheritagecenter.org. For best consideration, please submit your application materials by April 1, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Requirements
Key Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in museum studies, history, art history, education, marketing, or a related field (master's degree is preferred).
Program development experience within a museum or cultural institution, or related experience.
Experience in marketing and campaign development. Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including historians, artists, educators, students, curators, and donors.
Effective communication and public speaking abilities.
Knowledge of museum industry standards, best practices, and trends (preferred).
