Community Relations Associate Entry Level

MGE Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in community outreach

Opportunity for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Mentorship and structured training

Job summary

A dynamic event marketing firm is seeking a motivated Community Relations Associate to foster positive relationships with local communities and support outreach initiatives. This role involves developing stakeholder relationships, planning campaigns, attending events, and collaborating with teams to promote community engagement. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess strong communication skills while being passionate about making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in community outreach or event planning is a plus.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations.
• Assist in planning outreach campaigns for events.
• Attend community events to promote the company.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotional materials.
• Help organize community events and workshops.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Highly organized with attention to detail

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Passion for community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field

Job description

We are a dynamic event marketing firm dedicated to creating impactful experiences for our clients while building strong connections with the communities we serve. Our team values creativity, collaboration, and meaningful engagement, and we are seeking passionate individuals who want to make a difference.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Community Relations Associate to join our team. In this role, you will help foster positive relationships with local communities, support outreach initiatives, and assist with the promotion of our events. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in community engagement, event marketing, or public relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, businesses, and other local stakeholders

• Assist in planning and executing outreach campaigns to raise awareness about events and initiatives

• Attend community events, fairs, and meetings to network and promote our company

• Collaborate with marketing and event teams to create promotional materials tailored to specific communities

• Help organize and host community events, workshops, and informational sessions

• Collect feedback and insights from community members to improve outreach and event strategies

• Track outreach efforts, including attendance and engagement metrics

• Represent the company professionally in all interactions with community members and partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences

• Highly organized with attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in community outreach, event planning, or related fields is a plus but not required

• Passion for community engagement and making a positive impact

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in community outreach and event marketing

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives and events

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

• Professional growth and career advancement opportunities

• Mentorship and structured training