Careers
Looking for a career in the Arts? klpac currently have vacancies for the following positions:
Publicist
If you love the arts, the art of communicating and the idea of bringing the arts to more people, join Malaysia’s only fully-integrated arts centre to develop both your passion and career.
As both the face as well as the heart and soul of our bustling arts centre, the publicist works closely with our art director, videographer cum content creator, marketing manager and donor relations manager to promote klpac, its offerings and the arts.
Job scope includes:
(a) Create and manage publicity campaigns for shows, events and courses presented / co-presented by klpac or its entities
(b) Primary media liaison in charge of press releases, media interviews and media monitoring
(c) Maintain klpac’s communication channels and platforms be it digital (e.g. website, social media etc) or on the ground
(d) Build and grow a strong community of followers and supporters comprising patrons, partners and other stakeholders
(e) Assist in other development and awareness programmes
(f) Ambassador / spokesperson for the company and ensure that the arts centre, its brand, people and offerings are shown in the best light possible
Qualifications
• At least 2 years working experience in marketing / communications / PR
• Strong communication skills and proficient in speaking and writing in English (BM and other languages added advantage)
• Social media marketing know-how, familiar with Canva & Meta
• Project / campaign management experience and organisational skills
• Possesses own vehicle
• Other related skills like basic photography / videography, presentation and reporting
To apply, please e-mail your resume to Amanda at amanda@klpac.org
Donor Relations Manager
If you are not only passionate about the arts but believe in its importance and are equipped with the skills to translate that into concrete support for klpac, then join our team as a Donor Relations Manager.
An integral part of klpac’s publicity and marketing team, the Donor Relations Manager drives and manages klpac’s fundraising campaigns and programmes. As a champion of our cause, the person also will work towards improving greater awareness and understanding of our work among external stakeholders like corporations while building a strong community of supporters for our non-profit organisation.
• To strategise an integrated and multi-channel fundraising framework for klpac that meets its funding needs
• To develop a short-term and long-term fundraising plan with set goals and an engaging fundraising calendar of activities all year round
• To run existing donor programmes and ensure that benefits promised to donors are fulfilled and they remain delighted with our offerings
• To tap into funding opportunities such as grants, subsidies and other in-kind resources
• To ensure the fulfillment of sponsors’ KPIs including reporting and documentation
• To grow klpac’s donor and sponsor base by devising and driving new fundraising programmes, activities and or events including potential fundraising partnerships
• To maintain donor & sponsorship records as well as track and report on fundraising initiatives and programmes
• To assist in other areas of publicity and marketing of klpac as and when needed
Candidate is required to have:
• At least 3 years experience in sales, marketing, business development or fundraising
• Warm personality and strong communications skills, both oral and written especially in English (BM will be an advantage)
• Familiar with Excel, data & finances as well as data visualisation, proposal-making and reporting using Canva
• Past project management and campaign experience dealing with partnerships, negotiations and contracts
• Ability to work independently including great organisational skills, attention to detail and problem solving skills as you will be running programmes / events
To apply, please e-mail your resume to Amanda at amanda@klpac.org
Technician (sound, lighting & rigging)
klpac’s Technical Department is recruiting new team members on a freelance/contract basis.
• Have interest working in a theatre environment (sound, lighting, and rigging)
• Friendly, fast learner and creative thinker
• Able to work long hours according to production time-tables
• Possess own transport
• Dedicated, punctual and disciplined
• Some experience in technical production is an asset
To apply, please e-mail Mathanakumar Murthi, Technical Supervisor at mathan@klpac.org. Please note that candidate has to send in their application with referrals.