Marketing and Events Coordinator

About the position

The Marketing and Events Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing special events at municipal museums. This role promotes the museums to organizations and the public while ensuring a positive image of the City organization and delivering exemplary customer service.

Responsibilities

• Respond to initial inquiries from organizations and the public regarding availability and type of facilities, rental rates, rental policies and procedures.
• Oversee preparation and mailing of lessees contracts; enforce contract regulations and guidelines.
• Coordinate promotional activities such as online and hard copy newsletters, press releases, mobile applications, calendars, and fliers.
• Work with City-contracted advertising agency to develop brochures and posters.
• Manage the marketing and promotions budgets for municipal museums.
• Coordinate special events for the museums, including First Friday Art Trail, summer showcase concert series, gallery talks, Veterans Day events, D-Day events, and other events as required.
• Function as event management coordinator during assigned periods of events, handle problems and settlements of performers, artists, speakers, etc.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, fine arts, or a related field.
• Two years of experience in organizing and directing special events for a museum, convention center, or community festival.
• Knowledge of procedures and practices of event planning, scheduling, and implementation.
• Ability to direct and organize special events and work with boards and committees.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in marketing and promoting special events across various markets.
• Strong public contact skills and proper telephone etiquette.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.