Full-Time

Director – Digital Marketing

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The Metropolitan Opera

The Metropolitan Opera

1,001-5,000 employees

Operatic performances and musical productions

Social Impact
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$110k - $125kAnnually

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid position based in Lincoln Center, New York.

Category
General Marketing
Growth Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Social Media
SEO
Data Analysis
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 7+ years of directly related experience in marketing/advertising, exposure to not-for-profit management beneficial.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
  • Superior writing and editing abilities.
  • Demonstrable experience of working with a CRM application (ideally Tessitura).
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet research.
  • Demonstrated interest in the arts. Knowledge of opera a plus.
  • Ability to multi-task, be imaginative and flexible in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
  • Working with the Senior Director and Assistant General Manager to develop an overall marketing and sales strategy, ensuring that audience segmentation plans are being carried out to deliver on the Met’s ambitious sales goals.
  • Working with the Senior Director to support cross-functional teams to implement strategic digital organizational initiatives. Examples include, the further development of the Met App, Website improvements/optimizations and other large- and small-scale digital projects.
  • Develop and lead overall social media and email communications strategy based on data to support sales and marketing efforts to deliver on audience growth and revenue goals.
  • Provide strategic direction on digital advertising campaigns to the entire Met organization, including Development, Education, Media, and Merchandising teams.
  • Work with the Met’s digital advertising agency to develop and implement paid digital campaigns.
  • Work closely with internal teams to identify digital content opportunities. Make recommendations for positioning content to resonate with existing fan base yet differentiated and engaging enough to draw in new audiences.
  • With editorial and web teams, maintain and advance a data-informed approach to metopera.org content strategy, collaborating closely on website maintenance, updates, SEO, planning, and aligning marketing with technology.
  • Create digital marketing plans and timelines that meet institutional objectives. Examples include, but are not limited to: Encouraging audiences to discover programs and artistic initiatives. Supporting fundraising efforts. Ensuring awareness of and access to education and public programming. Building brand awareness and developing connections with existing and new audiences, as defined by the Met’s audience segmentation goals.
  • Partner with Artistic, Editorial, and Media departments in support of online programmatic developments, as well as considering how online programs complement in person events and programs.
  • Partner with Editorial, Media, and Marketing teams to shape the organization’s broader digital strategy, including initiatives and partnerships such as Apple Music, Google Arts and Culture, WQXR, Met Opera on Demand, Live in HD, and Met Stars Live in Concert.
  • Oversee the Digital Content and Engagement team to deliver on all aspects of daily operations, including social media, email, and related online activities as necessary.
  • Using data tools, set analytics benchmarks and goals; compile and distribute reports on web and email analytics and social media engagement; make recommendations based on thorough evaluation of analytics.
  • Keep up with digital trends, innovations and emergent interactive technologies; make recommendations on new features and applications; attend digital marketing convenings.
The Metropolitan Opera

The Metropolitan Opera

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The Metropolitan Opera is a prominent institution dedicated to the performance of opera, a form of musical theater that combines singing, orchestral music, and dramatic storytelling. The opera features a wide range of productions, from classic works by composers like Verdi and Puccini to contemporary pieces. Performances are held in a grand theater, where talented singers, musicians, and stage designers collaborate to create an immersive experience for the audience. What sets The Metropolitan Opera apart from other opera companies is its commitment to high-quality productions and its ability to attract world-renowned artists. The goal of The Metropolitan Opera is to enrich the cultural landscape by making opera accessible to a diverse audience and fostering a love for the art form.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$972.7K

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1883

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

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2 year growth

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in digital streaming boosts the Met's global audience.
  • Growing opera popularity in Asia opens new markets for the Met.
  • Diverse casting aligns with global inclusivity trends, enhancing appeal.

What critics are saying

  • Declining interest in traditional opera among youth affects ticket sales.
  • Anna Netrebko's lawsuit may cause financial and reputational damage.
  • Competition from streaming services diverts potential opera audiences.

What makes The Metropolitan Opera unique

  • The Met's 'Live in HD' series has been successful since its 2006 launch.
  • The Met's first-ever Asia tour in 2024 highlights its global reach.
  • Collaborations with contemporary composers attract younger, diverse audiences.

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