Community Relations Associate - Entry Level

Richmond, VA (Unknown)

$35K/yr – $55K/yrIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Coordinate community outreach and event marketing to build local partnerships and represent the brand.

  • Own community outreach campaigns, partnerships, and event promotion
  • Must-have: Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Standout: Hands-on event planning and cross-functional collaboration

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, local businesses, and partners
  • Plan and execute community outreach campaigns to promote events and company initiatives
  • Attend and represent the company at community events, fairs, and networking opportunities
  • Collaborate with internal teams to create targeted outreach and promotional strategies
  • Assist in organizing and hosting community events, workshops, and informational sessions
  • Gather feedback from community members to support event planning and outreach improvements
  • Track and report on engagement, attendance, and outreach performance metrics
  • Represent the company professionally and maintain a positive brand presence in all interactions

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with diverse audiences
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Previous experience in community outreach, customer service, or event coordination is a plus but not required

Preferred

  • Previous experience in community outreach, customer service, or event coordination is a plus but not required
  • Passion for community engagement and relationship building

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Opportunities for career growth in event marketing and community relations
  • Hands-on experience with live events and outreach campaigns
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within local communities

GV

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467 employees (13 in marketing)

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~467

Marketing Team

Median Career Experience
18 years
Median Tenure
1.8 years