Communications Officer

Company Description

Located in Muttukadu, Chennai, DakshinaChitra is a heritage museum and cultural center managed by the Madras Craft Foundation, an NGO. As a hub for South Indian arts, architecture, crafts, and folk traditions, it showcases the vibrancy of the region's cultural heritage. The museum blends tradition with modernity by hosting exhibitions and festivals that are both educational and relevant. Committed to preserving and promoting South Indian culture, DakshinaChitra offers a dynamic and enriching experience for visitors.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Communications Officer based in Chennai. The Communications Officer will be responsible for creating and disseminating press releases, managing strategic communications, designing graphics, creating social media collateral and editing videos for social media, fostering media relations, and composing written content. Additional day-to-day responsibilities include planning and executing communication strategies that amplify the museum's mission, engaging with the media and updating the website.

Qualifications

• 0-2 Years of work experience
• An interest in heritage, the arts, and culture
• Strong Communication and Strategic Communications skills
• Experience in Media Relations and managing public relations activities
• Ability to develop and implement communication plans effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Experience in the arts or heritage sector is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Design, Arts, Architecture, Journalism, or related field
• Keen eye for design and a strong sense of aesthetics