Marketing & Communications Manager

Aspex Portsmouth is looking for a Marketing & Communications Manager to lead our marketing and communications, helping increase awareness, engagement, visitor numbers and income. This is a pivotal role, working closely with the Director and wider team to develop and deliver an effective marketing and communications strategy.

You’ll lead campaigns, PR and external communications, digital activity, website and social media content, audience development, research and reporting. You’ll also manage the marketing budget and contribute to fundraising, advocacy and external partnerships.

The role includes line management of the Gallery & Marketing Assistant, freelance staff, interns and volunteers, as well as coordinating the Marketing Working Group and taking part in the Duty Manager rota during gallery opening hours and special events.

Aspex is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and can support Access to Work applications where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Aspex’s marketing and communications strategy, supporting the organisation’s Business Plan
• Develop and deliver campaigns to grow physical and online audiences and engagement
• Manage press, media, design, print and digital communications
• Maintain accurate and relevant website, social media and other digital content
• Create promotional and programme content, including exhibition materials and reports
• Undertake audience and visitor research, data collection, analysis and reporting
• Manage the marketing budget and monitor expenditure
• Contribute to fundraising, external partnerships and advocacy, increasing awareness of Aspex locally, regionally and nationally
• Coordinate the Marketing Working Group and make use of specialist Trustee expertise
• Manage, train and support Gallery Assistants, volunteers, interns and freelance staff
• Take part in the Duty Manager rota during daytime opening and regular special events, including evenings & weekends

Job Requirements

• Developing, managing and implementing marketing, communications and social media activities
• Developing and delivering PR strategy, including press and external relations
• Practical experience of delivering multi-platform digital campaigns, to build online audience and engagement
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, updating website CMS systems (especially WordPress), Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Eventbrite and social media scheduling systems (Metricool)
• Managing budgets and preparing monthly budget monitoring reports
• Data collection, protection, analysis and reporting
• Fundraising/business development (D)
• Line Management (D)
• Excellent administrative skills, including working knowledge of Google Workspace
• Strong understanding of branding and visual identity and design skills
• Understanding of accessible marketing and communications

How to Apply

To apply, please email the following to jobs@aspex.org.uk using ‘Marketing’ as the subject line:

• A CV
• A cover letter of no more than two pages, outlining how your skills and experience match the person specification

Video or audio applications of up to five minutes are also welcomed. Recordings should be no more than 5 minutes and submitted as an MP4 or accessible link, alongside your CV.

All applicants must also complete the anonymous Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which helps Aspex understand the reach and fairness of its recruitment process.

Closing date: Sunday 18 October 2026, 09:00

Interviews: Tuesday 3 November 2026

If you have questions about the application process or need support to apply, contact jobs@aspex.org.uk or call the gallery on 023 9277 8080 to request a call back.

Further information and application pack: https://aspex.org.uk/about/opportunities/

Contact

Contact name: Joanne Bushnell
Contact email: jobs@aspex.org.uk
Phone: 023 9277 8080

About Aspex Portsmouth

Aspex is Portsmouth’s home for con­tem­po­rary art and culture.

Our mission is to cultivate art, creativity and a collaborative community. We believe art makes our lives better, brings joy, broadens minds, facilitates learning and creates meaningful connections in our communities.