Live Entertainment Marketing & PR Assistant

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid pension plan

Medical and dental coverage

Parking on site

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Norfolk, VA is seeking a Marketing & PR Assistant to support promotional campaigns and media relations for the Hampton Roads venues. You will assist with digital content, email blasts, and on-site event operations across multiple venues.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Marketing & PR Manager, requires a Bachelor's degree and 2–3 years in marketing/PR, and offers a hybrid schedule with evenings/weekends for events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field.
• 2–3 years of professional marketing and/or PR experience.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Identify and promote opportunities for performances and tours.
• Coordinate on-site marketing operations and promotions.
• Plan flash sales and holiday deals with box office.
• Gather metrics and manage marketing expenses.
• Draft and distribute email blasts and SMS campaigns.
• Maintain website content for accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Public relations

Marketing

Social media

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Carbonhouse CMS

Job description

City of Norfolk, VA is seeking a Marketing & PR Assistant to support promotional campaigns and media relations for the Hampton Roads venues. You will assist with digital content, email blasts, and on-site event operations across multiple venues.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Marketing & PR Manager, requires a Bachelor's degree and 2–3 years in marketing/PR, and offers a hybrid schedule with evenings/weekends for events.