Communications and Marketing Manager at Event Marketer | Valdosta, GA | $66K/yr – $79K/yr

Event Marketer

Communications and Marketing Manager

Valdosta, GA (On-site)

$66K/yr – $79K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the Authority’s communications and marketing function, shaping strategy across media relations, digital presence, and community engagement for parks and events.

Media & Content: lead media relations, press materials, and multimedia content while tracking campaign impact.
Community & Partnerships: coordinate public awareness, sponsorships, and local partnerships; represent the Authority at events.
Operations & Metrics: manage the website and social channels, monitor engagement, and guide emergency communications as needed.

Job Description

Responsibilities: Develops and implements strategic marketing, communications, and public relations plans for Authority programs, parks, facilities, and events.
Creates and distributes press releases, newsletters, annual reports, brochures, social media content, digital advertisements, and promotional materials.
Serves as the primary media relations contact and coordinates responses to media inquiries and public information requests.
Manages and maintains the Authority website and official social media platforms.
Coordinates public awareness campaigns, sponsorship opportunities, and community engagement initiatives.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with local media, tourism agencies, schools, civic groups, and community organizations.
Assists with production and distribution of seasonal program guides and event marketing materials.
Conducts market research, customer surveys, and community outreach assessments and prepares related reports.
Coordinates photography, video, graphic design, and multimedia content for agency communications.
Represents the Authority at meetings, festivals, special events, and public functions.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration, Parks and Recreation Administration, or related field required
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or community engagement
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Nice to have: Experience in local government, public sector, nonprofit organizations, tourism, or parks and recreation is preferred.

Event Marketer

Event Marketer magazine was founded in 2002 to serve the information needs of strategic brand-side event marketers and agency executives across the spectrum of face-to-face marketing. It has become the world’s most respected provider of content for the event and trade show industry. Our portfolio includes our flagship magazine, active website with daily content, weekly and monthly newsletters, the annual Experiential Marketing Summit executive conference and Ex Awards, the Experience Design awards, Women in Events, and more.

Founded in 2002

Norwalk, Connecticut, USA

120 employees (29 in marketing)

www.eventmarketer.com