Marketing and Events Coordinator

Media24 Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Gauteng is seeking a Marketing and Events Coordinator to manage marketing campaigns and events. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in event management, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. This role demands flexibility in hours and the ability to travel. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in event management or marketing.
• Experience in a large corporate environment.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with editorial teams to identify marketing opportunities.
• Conceptualize 360 marketing campaigns.
• Execute marketing campaigns and report on performance.
• Identify and negotiate sponsorship deals.
• Organize functions and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Event management

Marketing strategy

Sponsorship negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary degree or diploma in marketing or communications

Tools

Marketing software

Job description

Overview

Job title : Marketing and Events Coordinator

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : October 19, 2025

Key Responsibilities

• Liaising with the respective editorial teams to identify target audiences, campaigns, and marketing opportunities.
• Conceptualizing and briefing in 360 marketing campaigns to the relevant departments.
• Executing marketing campaigns across different channels and reporting on performance.
• Identify and approach possible sponsors for projects and negotiate sponsorship deals.
• Planning and executing reader competitions and sponsorship campaigns.
• Attend functions and events to ensure that operations run smoothly, troubleshooting should any problems or issues arise during the course of the function or event.
• Organize branding at activation and events, liaising with event organisers to obtain best possible branding opportunities.
• Flexibility to work overtime, including evenings and weekends, as well as be available to travel.
• Building and maintaining relationships with sponsors and service providers.
• Working closely with the Marketing and Subscriptions Team to execute on all marketing initiatives and to identify subscription opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary degree or diploma in marketing, communications or similar.
• At least 5 years’ experience in event management and / or marketing.
• Experience within a large corporate environment and sponsorship management would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of relevant software packages and applications.
• Valid driver’s license
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