Marketing and Event Planning Coordinator at Wilkes Chamber of Commerce | North Wilkesboro, NC | $40K/yr – $45K/yr

Wilkes Chamber of Commerce

Marketing and Event Planning Coordinator

North Wilkesboro, NC (On-site)

$40K/yr – $45K/yrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the Chamber's marketing and events engine by delivering campaigns, content, and communications that drive member engagement and event attendance while guarding brand and measurement discipline.

Marketing & Brand: Run campaigns for programs and events, ensure consistent branding, and track performance metrics.
Content & Channels: Manage social media, publications, newsletters, website, and storytelling across the digital stack.
Events & Experience: Plan and execute networking, ribbon cuttings, fundraisers, and signature events with strong logistics and post-event reviews.

Job Description

Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote Chamber programs, events, and membership.
Manage the Chamber's social media platforms and create engaging content.
Manage all Chamber publications and external communications.
Design and distribute email newsletters, promotional materials, and digital communications.
Update and maintain the Chamber website with current information and event details.
Coordinate photography, videography, and storytelling to showcase Chamber members and activities.
Maintain brand consistency across all communications and marketing materials.
Track marketing metrics and recommend strategies to increase engagement and reach.
Plan, organize, and execute Chamber events including networking functions, ribbon cuttings, annual meetings, fundraisers, educational programs, and signature events.
Coordinate event logistics including venues, vendors, sponsors, registrations, volunteers, and timelines.

Wilkes Chamber of Commerce

Wilkes Chamber of Commerce, established in July 1946, is a non-profit membership organization. The Chamber celebrates sixty-three years of encouraging and promoting business opportunity and growth within Wilkes County. Wilkes Chamber of Commerce has over 30 years of US Chamber of Commerce affiliation as well as the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the CACCE and the ACCE and the Wilkes Chamber was awarded a 3-Star rating in 2006. This prestigious honor was earned through the Chamber’s program development, membership recruitment and retention, and governance.Our mission is: Promoting economic development and striving to enhance the quality of life for all Wilkes County citizens.

Founded in 1946

North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, USA

8 employees (1 in marketing)

www.wilkesnc.org