[Remote/New York, NY, USA (NY area based applicants preferred but not required)] Part-Time Social Media & Marketing Coordinator for the Digital Museum of the History of Japanese in New York

[Ryan Hata]

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Job Position: Part-Time Social Media & Marketing Coordinator
Organization: Digital Museum of the History of Japanese in New York
Salary/Hourly Rate: 10-15 hours per week (flexible), Hourly rate based on experience ($20–$25/hour)
Where: New York, Remote (NY area based applicants preferred but not required)
Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:
The Digital Museum of the History of Japanese in New York is seeking a creative and expansion-minded Social Media & Marketing Coordinator to support the Digital Museum’s focus on preserving and sharing the experiences of Japanese and Japanese Americans in New York City. This part-time position is ideal for someone passionate about public history, cultural heritage, and engaging diverse audiences through digital storytelling. You will help grow our digital presence, highlight archival materials and oral histories, and connect our mission with both local and global communities.

Key Responsibilities
Content Creation
Develop and schedule engaging, historically informed content for social media (Instagram, Facebook, and occasionally YouTube)
Spotlight community voices, archival images, historical milestones, and contemporary events relevant to the Japanese American experience in NYC/the tri-state area
Produce story-based content to grow the Digital Museum’s digital presence


Marketing & Promotion
Design visually compelling graphics and materials using tools like Canva or Adobe Express
Promote upcoming exhibitions, events, and educational resources
Support digital outreach strategies including email newsletters, press releases, and event calendars


Community Engagement
Respond to comments, inquiries, and messages in a warm, respectful, and informed manner
Build relationships with cultural organizations, student groups, historians, and community leaders
Help spotlight new additions to the Digital Museum and facilitate promotional campaigns


Analytics & Strategy
Monitor and report on platform metrics (reach, impressions, engagement)
Suggest improvements based on trends and data insights
Track success of campaigns and adjust strategies for growth and relevance

Qualifications
Experience in social media management or digital marketing
Strong writing and visual communication skills
Familiarity with tools such as Instagram Insights, and Google Analytics
Comfort with Japanese American or Asian American community history—or interest in learning and representing it responsibly
Graphic design experience
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently

Preferred (But Not Required)
Knowledge of Japanese language
Knowledge of Japanese/Japanese American culture, or community issues
Experience with oral history, digital archives, or storytelling-based campaigns
Ties to Japanese American organizations or networks in the NYC/tri-state area
Video editing experience, especially for short-form content

To apply, please submit the following to <con...@dmhjny.org>:
Cover Letter
Résumé or CV
2–3 examples of social media content, design work, or writing samples, or a design portfolio

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