Marketing & Communications Lead — Hybrid/Remote Options

Nashville Public Radio; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Employer match retirement

Paid vacation

Mileage reimbursement

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking an experienced Marketing & Communications Specialist to strengthen visibility, elevate the brand, and improve member experience. Working with the President & CEO, you will develop and execute strategic communications that resonate with members, business leaders, and the community.

You will create content for newsletters, social media, press releases, campaigns, events, and more; design promotional materials; manage calendars and email

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in marketing, communications, branding, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated professional experience developing written and visual communications across multiple channels, including digital, web, social media, and print.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for newsletters, social media, the Chamber website, press releases, campaigns, programs, events, and other communications.
• Design professional marketing and promotional materials, including brochures, sponsorship and program materials, presentations, event collateral, and digital graphics.
• Manage the Chamber’s communications calendar and email marketing campaigns to ensure timely, coordinated promotion of programs, events, and initiatives.
• Manage website content and maintain consistent branding across Chamber communications and marketing materials.
• Partner with the Membership team to support member recruitment, engagement, and retention through targeted marketing and communications.
• Support media and public relations efforts, including drafting and distributing press releases.
• Monitor marketing, website, social media, and digital engagement performance and recommend opportunities to strengthen visibility and engagement.
• Lead the planning and execution of Chamber events in collaboration with Chamber staff.
• Coordinate event communications, registration, timelines, promotional efforts, and marketing materials.
• Serve as point of contact at signature events and ribbon cuttings.
• Support post-event evaluations and identify opportunities to improve attendee engagement and future events.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Social media

CMS platforms

Analytics

Project management

Education

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

Tools

Canva

WordPress

Google Analytics

Constant Contact

Meta Business Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking an experienced Marketing & Communications Specialist to strengthen visibility, elevate the brand, and improve member experience. Working with the President & CEO, you will develop and execute strategic communications that resonate with members, business leaders, and the community.

You will create content for newsletters, social media, press releases, campaigns, events, and more; design promotional materials; manage calendars and email