Porchlight Realty West TN, under the leadership of Debra Kee, Principal Broker/Owner, is where community, experience, and service meet. As the Principal Broker/Owner, Kee brings over eight years of real estate expertise, coupled with a love for West Tennessee’s growing communities. What started as an idea, transformed into a goal, and is today’s reality! "Through real estate, I’m helping to build and nurture communities," reflects Kee. “West Tennessee is a great place and I enjoy showing individuals what our community has to offer.” But she knows that she wouldn’t be where she is today without the inspiration and support of friends and family and the benefit of loving what she does. Despite being a new office, Porchlight Realty West TN includes many experienced, top-producing agents ready to help with clients’ real estate needs. And for Kee, it's not just about those real estate transactions; it's about fostering meaningful connections and helping to grow our West Tennessee communities. Kee's dedication extends beyond real estate. Serving as an Ambassador for the Greater Jackson Chamber for 10 years and an active leader in Leadership Jackson and the Central West TN Association of Realtors, she loves giving back to Jackson and West Tennessee in many ways. At Porchlight Realty West TN, Debra Kee’s goal is clear: to continue to help buyers and sellers through each real estate process and make sure their team's experience shines through in every step. If you have questions or are ready to buy or sell a property anywhere in West Tennessee, contact Debra at 731-300-3030 (office) or 731-501-0161 (cell). Position: Events & Marketing Coordinator Reports to: Chief of Staff Salary Range: Commensurate based on experience Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt) Position Overview: The Marketing & Events Coordinator will take the lead in the planning & implementation of Chamber events while working to market the overall organization and our activities. This person must deliver excellent customer service, be a self-starter, a good listener, and able to work collaboratively. The Events and Marketing Coordinator needs to be an organized, self-motivated person with attention to detail. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the planning, logistics and management for on-site and off-site events
• Establish timeline and calendar for all assigned events, and make decisions during the planning and implementation phases
• Assist with securing, maintaining and invoicing for sponsorships
• Create and follow budgets for assigned events
• Maintain registration process
• Ensure post event and program communications/thank you to event sponsors, partners and participants
• Maintain up-to-date spreadsheets on each event: participants, sponsorships, payments and budgetary information
• Create and maintain event descriptions and registrations on the Chamber website and database
• Establish and maintain close relationships with local members who provide services for events
• Coordinate with appropriate staff members to accomplish successful programs and events
• Attend and facilitate all events as assigned
• Promote and advertise events through online platforms including, but not limited to social media
• Assist with development of marketing materials for chamber events, special events, prospect visits, community tours, etc. to ensure event and brand standards
• Help to track success of e-blast, campaigns, website analytics, and social media engagement
• Assist in developing, writing and proofing content for marketing materials and social media channels
• Assist with digital communication efforts, including posting and updating content on the Chamber website and building and distributing marketing emails.
• Assist in public relations efforts
• Maintain consistent branding
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Staff

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Able to work independently, conceptualize projects and manage multiple priorities
• Broad knowledge of Chamber initiatives, programs, and services
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Experience in software programs including but not limited to: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
• Experience with WordPress
• Experience with social media platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed
• Experience with email newsletter platforms like Constant Contact
• Knowledgeable in Google Analytics
• Work effectively with outside vendors to accomplish objectives
• Ability and flexibility to prioritize and work on multiple assignments
• Strong presentation skills along with experience in dealing with the public
• Flexibility to work beyond regular work hours on an as needed basis
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines with minimal supervision
• Preference for and proven success with highly detailed work
• Ability to exercise mature judgment and tact, and to manage diverse groups of people
• Professional appearance

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, sales, or a closely related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
• 2-3 years experience preferred.
• The candidate should have knowledge of event planning, marketing, public relations, communications, and sales.

Resumes are being accepted through noon on Friday, May 31. Email your resume to Lindsay Dawkins.