Marketing & Graphics Specialist

Position: Marketing & Graphics Specialist Classification: Full Time/Exempt Reports To: Director of Marketing Department: Marketing Job Overview: The Marketing & Graphics Specialist is responsible for working with the Director of Marketing on the coordination and production of all the Chamber’s marketing and communications products and activities. Key Responsibilities: Publications & Printed Pieces: Coordinate, design and produce Chamber publications and material including advertisements, brochures, flyers, event invitations, programs, etc. Facilitate printing through outside vendors if necessary Consult and assist in the design, production and development of the Chamber’s annual report and other annual pieces. Assist in gathering/coordinating content for Valley Business Magazine, published bi-monthly. Social Media: Establish strategy for and manage and maintain all Chamber social media channels on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. Develop a posting schedule and monitor posts for comments. Marketing: Develop a schedule for marketing Chamber programs and events. Electronic Communications: Compile, write/edit and design bi-monthly electronic e-newsletter using MailChimp. Send all other electronic email updates as needed, including standalone event reminders, department newsletters, etc. Development a schedule to update/maintain the Regional Chamber’s website. Other Duties As Assigned: Administrative support to Director of Marketing and Sr. Vice President, Marketing & Member Services. Photo, video, publication archive development and maintenance. Chamber style guide development and maintenance. Printed materials, i.e. business cards, envelopes, stationery, etc. and promotional items. Design and/or order and maintain inventory. Provide support to Events, Membership and Government Affairs departments, as well as Chamber Foundation as needed. Special projects as assigned. Education & Experience: Four-year college degree in marketing, communications, graphic design or related discipline. Minimum 5 years’ experience in the production of marketing materials and writing/editing. Skills Required: Advanced skill level in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Advanced skill level in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator. Intermediate to Advanced skill level in managing company pages on social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Intermediate to Advanced skill level in email marketing programs such as MailChimp. Intermediate skill level with website CMS systems such as Wix and Sitefinity. Excellent writing and editing skills are a plus; clear written and oral communications are a must. Strong organizational skills. Must be detail oriented. Design, graphics and advertising background preferred. Physical Requirements: Flexibility and availability to accommodate a full schedule of responsibilities, occasionally including early mornings, evenings and weekends. Performance Standards: The effectiveness of the Marketing and Graphic Specialist is measured against annual goals established with the Director of Marketing for his/her Chamber leadership in the region. These goals are based upon internal and external performance measures articulated in the Regional Chamber’s strategic plan. Evaluation/Review Process: The effectiveness of the Marketing and Graphic Specialist is ordinarily reviewed annually through a professional development and evaluation process facilitated by the Director of Marketing that includes input from the Marketing and Graphic Specialist. About the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber: The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber is the Valley’s leading business advocacy organization, providing services and programs to promote the growth of its close to 3,000 members and their 150,000 employees across the region. Through a robust advocacy program and the management of transformational economic development-focused initiatives, the Regional Chamber is working to create a landscape that is favorable for our continued, future and sustained economic growth. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: Youngstown, OH 44503: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person