Associate, Marketing Strategy & Engagement

Glastonbury, CT (On-site)

$55K/yr – $60K/yrEntry Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Own end-to-end event programs from outreach to execution, coordinating planning, locations, and post-project analysis to meet client goals.

  • Lead outreach to secure participation and build relationships with contacts
  • Maintain an organized event calendar and post-project reporting

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Manage events from initial outreach through execution, including comprehensive planning documents, timelines, staffing, and internal resource coordination
  • Research and identify event locations that align with client goals and target audiences
  • Manage a high volume of phone and email outreach to secure event participation and build strong relationships with location contacts
  • Track outreach activity, responses, bookings, and event details using Monday.com
  • Gather and communicate key event details, including guidelines, permits, and activation requirements
  • Schedule confirmed events and maintain an organized event calendar to ensure program goals are met
  • Participate in project planning with internal teams, external partners, and clients
  • Manage project progress and adapt plans to shifting client priorities
  • Maintain clear notes, recaps, and reporting to support team and client alignment
  • Provide detailed post-project analysis and review

Requirements

  • Ability to be in Glastonbury, CT office 5 days a week
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Monday.com (willing to learn Monday.com if not trained)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • 1-2 years of experience in sales, marketing, communications, events, outreach, or other customer-facing roles preferred

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • 401k
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Big Fish Marketing Collective

Big Fish Marketing Collective is a marketing and experiential agency that brings ideas to life, from the first spark of a concept to full-scale activation. We keep our work intentional, stay collaborative, and partner with our clients every step of the way. The result? Powerful experiences where your brand is always the hero.We don’t just market: we ignite brand collabs and excite your target audience on their turf.We create brand collaborations that drive conversation, activations that energize audiences, and experiences that connect brands with people in meaningful ways. From large-scale events to grassroots engagement, we meet your audience where they are and leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s building awareness, creating buzz, or inspiring loyalty, we turn ideas into impact.

Glastonbury, Connecticut, USA
37 employees (3 in marketing)

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~37

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (8% of company)