The Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce is looking for a talented marketing and events coordinator to support our INCubator program by developing and executing marketing strategies to promote awareness of the INCubator in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and to implement events and programs to assist INCubator clients and the broader startup community in achieving success in launching entrepreneurial efforts.
The successful candidate must take direction from written and spoken ideas and convert them into clean copy and attractive, on-brand visuals. They will be familiar with the challenges of startups and creative in proposing programs and content that will assist entrepreneurs in developing business strategies leading to a successful launch. The position requires an individual who is friendly and easy to get along with, detail- and deadline-oriented, and well-organized, with the ability to independently juggle multiple projects with minimal oversight.
Essential Functions:
- Engage with partners in the entrepreneurial ecosystem to help build awareness of the INCubator with partners as well as potential clients
- Update and maintain a marketing plan for INCubator and execute/monitor action items in the plan
- Create and manage events for INCubator clients and the entrepreneurial community that help build a sense of community among INCubator clients, market the INCubator to potential new clients and create opportunities for engagement with INCubator alumni
- Assist Director in implementing programs to support INCubator clients including educational and technical programming
- Coordinate the committee responsible for vetting new clients and providing guidance for entrepreneurial activities
- Work with Marketing and Economic Development teams to conceptualize and design creative assets for a range of platforms including websites, social media content, blogs, resource guides, news releases, columns, features stories, newsletters, and blogs
- Writing and editing, including light copy associated with social media posts and design projects
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business or related field
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience at corporate level
- Effective writing and editing ability
- Competent in Adobe Creative programs
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms
Other Helpful Experience:
- Constant Contact, WordPress, Google Analytics and understanding of SEO
- Podcast editing/production
- Photography and light graphic design
To Apply:
Submit resume, cover letter and work samples or portfolio link no later than 2pm on February 10 to: jobs@chattanoogachamber.com
