Assistant to the Director & Marketing Coordinator

About the Department:

The Dewberry School of Musics mission is to enable every student to find his or her best musical voice; prepare each to fulfill societys need for artistic and innovative musicians scholars music educators and ambassadors for the arts; and graduate each with hope confidence and distinction.

About the Position:

This position is an integral part ofa dynamic and vibrant team that provides support for the School of Music faculty students alumni and community of supporters. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Masons academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as communications liaison between the Director Dewberry School of Music and students faculty and the University community;
• Manage calendar/schedule for the Director Dewberry School of Music;
• Schedule meetings record minutes and prepare meeting technology for the School of Music;
• Ensure efficiency of academic processes e.g. faculty and staff searches supervising student office assistants and marketing interns;
• Manage office and assist new faculty and staff members;
• Create graphic designs for events in Canva or Photoshop;
• Design bi-monthly Constant Contact newsletters promoting upcoming concerts initiatives announcements etc.; and
• Curate social media platforms including Facebook Instagram and X with the assistance of an intern.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Knowledge of performing arts;
• Must navigate databases spreadsheets Microsoft Office suite social media and Canva or Photoshop with ease;
• Attention to detail in scheduling meetings with appropriate follow-up on email conversations; and
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills; and
• Detail-oriented in all aspects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability working with a diverse population of artists students faculty staff and community members.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration applicants must apply for theAssistant to the Director & Marketing Coordinator at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date: November 20 2025

Posting Close Date: December 7 2025