Job Description

The Event Marketing Coordinator assists the Event Marketing Manager and the overall Marketing Department, when necessary, in strategizing and developing the company’s marketing/communications plan. This individual is responsible for coordinating various aspects of the marketing programs, which include event coordination, creation of promotional materials, and assisting with social media campaigns. The Event Marketing Coordinator also maintains an inventory of promotional materials, executes on-site activations, and provides full event support.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Planning and execution of company events, brand campaigns and activations that occur in-store and off-site as assigned
• Assists with securing event venues, arranging catering, and handling logistics such as transportation, AV equipment, and registration processes
• Organizing third-party providers and Vendors to execute, create and/or develop elements that are not able to be produced in-house (i.e., catering, printing, etc.)
• Able to develop and adhere to event budgets and deadlines
• Researches and presents new events for consideration as well as interactive activation ideas
• Works with the Social Media Team to communicate any relevant event information, Vendor campaigns or marketing projects for posting
• Offers the Community Outreach Team, Regional Marketing managers and overall Department with logistical and planning support
• Works with graphic designers, videographers, and other members of the Creative Team to coordinate the development of any specified work
• Participates in the conceptualizing, design, and execution of new promotions to appeal to our customer base
• Support local store marketing/promotional initiatives to drive traffic (i.e., Mall marketing opportunities, inclusion in events, etc.)
• Keep Regional Managers, District Managers, local management, and stores informed of all marketing activities
• Maintains the Marketing Calendar, Marketing Contact List and takes notes during the weekly Marketing meetings

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, the applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:

Education Requirements:

• BS degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• 1-3 years’ experience in Marketing and Events
• Retail experience a plus

Skills And Knowledge Requirements:

• Strong people skills and positive work ethic
• Comfortable with team-based work structure and, when needed, the ability to work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite- Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Pays acute attention to detail and possesses excellent time management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary
• Ability to cultivate strong partnerships and develop a repour with identified Vendor partners
• Work requires a solid knowledge of business and an excellent command of the English language to effectively communicate with management, associates, and customers
• Project management skills including: the ability to plan, organize, multi-task, set priorities effectively and efficiently to proactively respond to changing demands, from multiple sources
• Results driven with demonstrated critical and creative thinking skills
• Must be able to maintain an exemplary degree of professionalism in all situations
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
• Possesses problem-solving abilities to correct any challenges or inefficiencies for the best results
• Ability to adapt quickly and react appropriately to business needs and changes
• Capable of writing pitches, event re-caps and other assigned documents
• Stays up to date on the industry’s latest developments, marketing trends, competitors, and promotional opportunities
• Has strong research skills and works well in cross-functional environments
• Must be able to travel in-state or out-of-state, work weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• The employee must have the ability to twist, squat, reach, repeatedly bend, and stoop
• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk and sit for an extended period

General Information:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. DTLR, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary basis per the company policy. Pay range: $50,000-$52,000 (Depending on Experience). This role will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave, and company paid time off plan.

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