Marketing & Events Specialist

Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation seeks a motivated individual to promote the lottery through events and promotions. This role involves planning and executing events, managing logistics, and providing excellent customer service to enhance public engagement. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a background in event planning or marketing.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in special events planning required.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license needed.
• Experience working with sponsorships or promotions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate special events and promotions for the Tennessee Lottery.
• Manage logistics of events and ensure brand integrity.
• Assist in player rewards program management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma (or GED)

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Marketing, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Complete the online form and upload your resume.

Step 2

Your completed form and resume will be compared to the position requirements. Only the candidates whose education and work experience is most closely aligned with the position requirements will be contacted directly.

Step 3

If contacted by the TEL, arrangements will be made directly with you for the next steps in the interview process.

Step 4

Once the position has been filled, candidates who were interviewed, but not selected for the position will be provided with a status update. It is the goal of the TEL to attract, develop and retain the most qualified individuals for each position.

Post Date 12/20/2024

Posting Expires 06/18/2025

Position Type Full Time

Job Description

The primary purpose for this position is to promote the Tennessee Lottery to retailers, players and the general public at large. Duties include, but are not limited to: planning and coordinating special events, in-store promotions, player rewards program elements and performing additional tasks as assigned by Director of Marketing &Special Events.

Required Education

High School Diploma (or GED) is required. Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Marketing, or Business preferred

Required Experience

One to three years or more of special events planning or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job. At least two years of experience working with sponsorships, special events or promotions is preferred. A valid Tennessee driver’s license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record is required. Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Salary Range

$18.93 - $25.08 per hour

Salary Range

$18.93 - $25.08 per hour

Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assist in the research, planning and execution of all special events, and fulfills sponsorship elements that include an onsite activation component
• Assists in planning launch activities of new games and milestone events
• Establishes contact and coordinates activities with district office personnel, retailers and external events staff
• Generates memos and letters via appropriate computer programs
• Coordinates staff activities at special events and in-store promotions
• Compiles information and completes post event recap of special events
• Fulfills premium item requests
• Manages the premium item inventory
• Prepares, set up and tear down for events; loading and unloading vans and trucks; assembly and dismantling tents and special events vehicles
• Some evening, weekend, and overnight travel required
• Responds to questions, complaints and requests for information by email, telephone or in person from citizens, employees, etc.
• Answers telephone utilizing accepted format; provides information, advice and guidance; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel
• Prepares, maintains and updates files and logs following prescribed methods
• Assists in managing TEL’s player rewards program, including winner verification, prize fulfillment and program marketing efforts
• Researches premium item ideas and writes premium item Invitation to Bid (ITB)
• Manages a calendar of events and sponsorships for the department
• Serves as lead for all logistical requirements at events as well as ensuring the integrity of our brand and fulfillment of all contractual elements in sponsor contracts
• Prepares timely progress reports on the status of all assigned projects
• Strong ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated problem solver

Must be able to travel intra-state for consecutive days using company vehicle. Must maintain a valid Tennessee Driver’s License at all times.

Must have excellent customer service skills