Marketing & Communications Manager

Responsibilities

• The Marketing and Communications Manager for the Downtown Development Board (DDB) and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) develops and implements strategic marketing, paid media, and communication plans to promote and support the priorities of DDB/CRA. This role is responsible for strengthening downtown Orlando’s brand and public image, increasing awareness of downtown events and experiences, and communicating the impact of DDB/CRA programs to residents, businesses, visitors, stakeholders, and elected officials. The manager works collaboratively with City departments, community partners, business owners and developers to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with the City’s economic development and downtown revitalization goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, or related field required and three (3) years professional work experience in the area of event marketing, event promotions, planning management, multimedia, interactive programs, or graphic design, required including one (1) year experience in a supervisory capacity with budgetary responsibilities required ; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.

Preferred

• - At least five (5) years professional work experience in marketing, with at least three (3) years in destination, tourism, hospitality, or event marketing.
• Demonstrated experience planning and executing integrated marketing campaigns, including brand development, paid media, digital and social media and performance measurement.
• At least two (2) years of supervisory experience, including responsibility for developing and managing a marketing or program budget.
• Experience with email marketing platforms such as MailChimp, and project management systems such as Airtable or Wrike.
• FEMA certifications preferred.
• Experience creating accessible digital content and documents that meet federal ADA and WCAG standards.