Job Vacancies
Job Title: Marketing Communications Manager
Reporting to: General Manager
Responsible for: Marketing and digital communications
Location: National Opera House, Wexford
Contract: Permanent Full Time (probation period)
The National Opera House is seeking to recruit a dynamic, experienced, and highly motivated Marketing Communications Manager to manage the next phase of the organisation’s growth, as part of our dedicated management team. The role is ideal for a strategic yet highly practical person with experience in all areas of marketing and communications.
The National Opera House is committed to equal opportunity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.
Please forward a CV and covering letter explaining why you are the right person for the role to National Opera House marked ‘Marketing Communications Manager’ by the closing date, 5 p.m. on Friday, 29th May 2026. Interviews will be held in early June.
About
The National Opera HouseThe National Opera House is a leading performing arts venue presenting a diverse programme of music, theatre, comedy, and community events. Opened in 2008, the venue is recognised internationally for artistic excellence and audience engagement. Owned by Wexford Festival Trust, NOH operates as an independent organisation with its own Board and executive team, working closely with the internationally renowned Wexford Festival Opera. You can find out more about us at: www.nationaloperahouse.ie
What We Need
NOH now wishes to recruit a skilled and experienced marketing professional for the key role of Marketing Communications Manager, as a member of its management team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and creative marketing professional to join a dynamic arts organisation at the heart of Ireland’s cultural landscape. The ideal candidate will bring strong marketing expertise and experience, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a positive, collaborative approach to teamwork. The role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to audience development, brand growth, and the continued success of one of Ireland’s leading performing arts venues.
About the role
Reporting to the General Manager, the Marketing Manager will lead the development and implementation of marketing, communications, and audience engagement strategies for the National Opera House. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a small team and delivering integrated marketing campaigns, including PR, digital, and print campaigns that support ticket sales, audience growth, stakeholder relationships, brand development, sponsorship, fundraising support, and other organisational objectives.
Key responsibilities include creating and managing the annual marketing budget, website and social media management, e-zine creation, digital marketing campaigns, content creation, public relations, brand development, and audience engagement initiatives to support seat sales.
The Marketing Communications Manager will oversee the audience database, monitor marketing analytics and campaign performance, produce marketing materials, and support funding applications through the provision of marketing data and insights. The role will also support commercial sponsorship and philanthropic funding initiatives, manage the NOH House Club Membership programme, and report regularly to the General Manager and Board on marketing performance and initiatives.
About the person
The successful candidate will be an experienced, creative, and highly organised marketing professional with a record of strong strategic, digital, and communications expertise. Proven sales abilities, preferably in theatre seat sales. Candidates should hold a relevant third-level qualification or equivalent and have a minimum of three to five years’ experience in marketing or communications, ideally within the arts, entertainment, or cultural sectors.
The successful candidate will demonstrate proven experience in delivering integrated marketing and public relations campaigns, managing digital platforms, social media, and CRM systems, and analysing campaign performance data. Strong copywriting, content creation, organisational, and project management skills are essential, along with proficiency in digital marketing tools and design software.
The role requires excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to manage teams, collaborate effectively with stakeholders, and present confidently to senior management and Board level. A proactive attitude, strong work ethic, flexibility, and a genuine interest in the performing arts sector are essential.
The Marketing Communication Manager role is a full-time role working mainly Monday-Friday; however, some weekend and occasional evening work will be required. The role is primarily based at the National Opera House, High Street, Wexford, and we have a hybrid working policy.
Renumeration
Renumeration will be between €35-45k per annum depending on qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Applications including a detailed CV and cover letter should be submitted by email only to John Warburton at: john@nationaloperahouse.ie
Closing date for applications: 5pm, Friday, 29 May 2026
Interviews will be held at the National Opera House, High Street, Wexford during the week commencing early June 2026.
No correspondence can be entered into during the process of application or selection. The National Opera House is an Equal Opportunities Employer.