Marketing Assistant (Seasonal, Part-time)

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 

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