Marketing & Communications Manager

Marketing & Communications Manager

Athens Limestone Chamber of Commerce & Tourism

To apply, send a cover letter and resume (ONE PDF) to debra@alcchamber.org.

Job Title:                   Marketing & Communications Manager

Job Type:                  Full-Time Hybrid

Location:                   Athens Limestone Chamber of Commerce

The Athens Limestone Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to serving the

business community, building a better economic future for the entire Athens and

Limestone County area while serving you and your business.

General Job Description

The Marketing & Communications Manager will be responsible for planning the promotion of Athens Limestone Chamber of Commerce and Tourism products, brand and services in order to promote growth. Duties will include overseeing the Chamber and Tourism’s marketing activities. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and implements all marketing activities for the Chamber Events, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
• Develop and maintain a progressive marketing plan with measurable goals for all Chamber programs, activities, and events including creation of newsletter.
• Create graphics for social media and newsletter; design eye-catching, readable banners for events; design layouts for flyers; and create and market using established branding.
• Manage, and analyze digital ads (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Google).
• Perform video editing services.
• Build relationships and coordinate efforts with public relations/marketing personnel of other community partners.
• Create and maintain comprehensive communication plans for Chamber.
• Create content for and oversee all social media platforms and event scripts.
• Oversee and manage websites, ensuring effective, creative execution.
• Develop and execute a Chamber media relations plan supporting ongoing communications/relationship building with members of the media.
• Ensure appropriate, professional coverage of news, calendar events, and other communications requested by members.
• Conduct periodic membership surveys using web-based technology. Help analyze results and potential impact on programs, events, and activities.
• Greet members and network at any/all events throughout the year
• Answer calls, greet visitors at the front desk as needed
• Assist with set-up and clean up for events

Total Resource Campaign:

• Manages and implements Total Resource Campaign to ensure funding is available for all events.

Qualifications for the Job

Education:

• Minimum Qualification-Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred. A minimum of two years-experience in related field will be considered.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Including Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point, Word Press and Canva. Written and Oral Communication a must. Ability to establish priorities without close supervision. Willing to work early mornings, nights and/or weekends for special events.

Key Competencies

• Professional
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Budgeting and Financial Management
• Creativity
• Adaptability
• Technical Proficiency
• Leadership