Marketing & Events Coordinator

United Way of Southeast Missouri; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

United Way of Southeast Missouri is seeking a part-time Marketing & Events Coordinator to manage special events and serve as the on-site marketing representative. The role is based on-site in Cape Girardeau, MO, working with the Executive Director and Marketing & Communications Specialist to coordinate logistics, marketing plans, photography, videography, and donor relations.

The position requires an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, event coordination experience,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 2 years of equivalent experience.
• Experience coordinating events or community engagement activities preferred.
• Experience with photography and videography preferred.
• Proficiency with Canva and Microsoft Office; Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transport event materials (up to 50lbs assisted) and assist with event setup.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for fundraising and community events, including Campaign Kickoff, Golf Tournament, Day of Giving, Get on the Bus Tours, volunteer activities, and other events.
• Coordinate vendors, venues, event materials, registration, signage, volunteers, and setup/teardown.
• Assist with event budgets and timelines.
• Identify opportunities to enhance attendee experience and community engagement.
• Implement marketing plans by scheduling event-related social media content and coordinating emails.
• Maintain event registration pages & contact lists; draft event news releases.
• Prepare promotional materials, signage, and event collateral; coordinate sponsor recognition.
• Serve as the primary photographer and videographer for events; edit photos/videos for marketing.
• Build relationships with donors, volunteers, workplace partners, and the community.
• Assist with workplace campaign kickoffs and presentations; staff informational booths.
• Support donor stewardship activities with thank-you cards and recognition.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Evening/weekend availability

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Company Description

United Way of Southeast Missouri focuses on moving individuals and families from striving to thriving by supporting youth opportunities, healthy communities, financial security, and community resilience in the communities we serve. UWSEMO's powerful partner network collaborates to address immediate needs and drive long-term, systemic change. By investing in programs and initiatives that support individuals and families, United Way helps build stronger, more resilient communities. Team members contribute to meaningful work that directly impacts lives and creates measurable outcomes across the region.

Position Summary

The Marketing & Events Coordinator is a part-time (25 hours per week) position that coordinates United Way of Southeast Missouri's special events and serves as the organization's primary on-site marketing representative. Working under the direction of the Executive Director and in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications Specialist, this position coordinates event logistics, executes event marketing plans, captures photography and videography, and strengthens relationships with donors, volunteers, workplace partners, and the community. This is an on-site role located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Event Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate logistics for United Way fundraising and community events, including Campaign Kickoff, Golf Tournament, Day of Giving, Get on the Bus Tours, volunteer activities, and other events.
• Coordinate vendors, venues, event materials, registration, signage, volunteers, and event setup and teardown.
• Assist with event budgets and timelines.
• Identify opportunities to enhance attendee experience and community engagement.

Event Marketing Execution

Implement marketing plans developed in collaboration with the Executive Director and Marketing & Communications Specialist by:

• Scheduling event-related social media content.
• Coordinating event email communications.
• Maintaining event registration pages & contact lists.
• Drafting event news releases for review and approval.
• Preparing promotional materials, signage, and event collateral.
• Coordinating sponsor recognition and event marketing materials.

Photography & Videography

• Serve as the primary photographer and videographer for organizational events and community activities.
• Capture photos and video highlighting United Way's impact.
• Edit photos and videos for use across marketing platforms.
• Maintain an organized digital photo and video library.
• Identify compelling stories and content opportunities from events and partner visits.

Community Engagement

• Represent United Way at community events, workplace campaigns, partner visits, and public outreach opportunities.
• Assist with workplace campaign kickoffs and presentations.
• Set up and staff informational booths and community displays.
• Assist with donor stewardship activities, including thank-you cards and recognition efforts.
• Build positive relationships with community partners, volunteers, donors, and supporters.

Marketing Support

• Assist with graphic design projects as needed.
• Prepare marketing materials for events and outreach activities.
• Coordinate inventory of promotional items, banners, displays, and event supplies.
• Assist the Marketing & Communications Specialist with collecting stories, photos, testimonials, and other content for organizational marketing campaigns.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Public Relations, or related field, or 2 years of equivalent experience.
• Experience coordinating events or community engagement activities preferred.
• Experience with photography and videography preferred.
• Proficiency with Canva and Microsoft Office; Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transport event materials (up to 50lbs assisted) and assist with event setup.