Idlewild and SoakZone: Seasonal Marketing and Events Coordinator

Ligonier, PA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableEntry Level1+ years expPart time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Assist Idlewild events and marketing, handling on-site support, content capture, guest inquiries, and promotions for seasonal events.

  • Must-have: 1+ year of related experience or pursuing marketing/event discipline.
  • Standout: on-site event execution across multiple events with safety and operations liaison.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Assist with in-park events to include pre-planning and day-off execution including set-up and tear down, often with multiple events on the same day, with each event having its own unique set up requirements
  • Assist in taking photos and/or videos of events for use in digital content and cataloging digital content for use by Regional and Park Content Managers
  • Assist Marketing team in responding to park reviews and guest inquiries via social media and email
  • Assist with ticket printing and distribution for group events, as needed
  • Ensure cleanliness and safety within assigned areas and perform all tasks in compliance with company safety guidelines and requirements
  • Escalate safety and maintenance concerns to the Park leadership
  • Respond to and resolve customer inquiries via phone, email and CRM platforms
  • Establish and cultivate internal relationships with park operations and leadership to ensure the relevance and success of events execution
  • Create content for sales flyers and promotions, website information, and mailings regarding offerings and pricing each season, including email campaigns via Salesforce
  • Professionally represent and market Idlewild at off-site events

Requirements

  • - Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
  • - Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • - Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
  • - Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
  • - Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • - Ability to maintain composure and a high degree of professionalism when handling and/or responding to negative feedback
  • - Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable communicating directly with potential and existing customers
  • - Must be comfortable speaking in front of large groups
  • - Must possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • - Ability to use office technology and equipment, such as PC, software, copier, and telephone

Preferred

  • - Spanish or other bilingual language skills is a plus
  • - Previous amusement park, theme park, or waterpark experience a plus
  • - Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Sales, Event Management, or related major is desired (equivalent work experience considered)

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
  • Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
  • Free admission to Idlewild and SoakZone, Kennywood, and Sandcastle on days off, as well as free tickets for family & friends
  • Exclusive employee events throughout the season
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Splish Splash Water Park

New York's Largest Water Park! Splish Splash has 96 exciting acres of slides and attractions of total fun for the whole family. Splish Splash continues to carry family needs as its number one priority. From attractions, shows and various dining options, Splish Splash aims to make every guest’s water park experience one to remember.

Founded in 1991
Calverton, New York, USA
90 employees

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
6.4K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
46.8%
Direct
36.9%
Referral
6.1%
Social
8.9%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~90

Marketing Team

Median Career Experience
25 years
Median Tenure
5.6 years

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