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.