Digital Marketing Specialist

Ames Regional Economic Alliance; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local economic development organization in Ames, Iowa is seeking a Digital Marketing Specialist to support its marketing and communications efforts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating content across various channels, preparing graphic designs, and supporting events. This entry-level full-time role requires strong design skills and a relevant degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide visual direction to support events, programs, and initiatives.
• Prepare graphic design and layout work for various publications.
• Contribute to marketing plan development and implementation.
• Manage communications projects from concept to completion.

Skills

Print and digital design in Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Photography

Ability to manage projects independently

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Under the direction of the Vice President, Marketing & Communications, the Digital Marketing Specialist position will play a key role in supporting the marketing and communications efforts for the Ames Regional Economic Alliance and affiliate organizations.

This creative and detail-oriented person will develop content to be used in Ames Regional Economic Alliance and affiliate organization social media channels, publications, and website. Designs will support the organization’s events, programs, and initiatives. This position will provide support in designing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating content through the Ames Regional Economic Alliance communication channels.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Provide visual direction to support Ames Regional Economic Alliance events, programs, and initiatives
• Prepare a variety of graphic design and layout work in preparation of various posters, exhibits, advertisements, slides, brochures, newsletters, and flyers using various production techniques
• Perform preparatory work such as layout, design, and direction to produce quality graphic-design artwork
• Contribute to the development and implementation of marketing plans
• Support marketing and communication efforts with a broad range of creative design work that may include graphic arts, copywriting, photography, and videography
• Other duties, as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Print and digital design in Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite
• Follow established branding guidelines
• Photography
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently
• Manage communications and marketing projects from concept to completion
• Balance multiple projects with competing priorities under tight deadlines

Education

Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree

Experience

Submit to: Eric Smidt

EEO statement

The Chamber is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. The Chamber complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodation where necessary for qualified applicants or employees.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations