Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Explore Hocking Hills (Hocking Hills Tourism Association) Reports to: Executive Director Classification: Full-time / Exempt Position Overview Explore Hocking Hills is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Marketing & Communications Coordinator to support the execution of integrated marketing initiatives that promote the Hocking Hills region, its members, and its attractions. This role plays a critical part in ensuring projects move efficiently from concept to completion while maintaining alignment with the organization’s mission of destination stewardship and responsible tourism. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities, and is passionate about supporting a destination marketing organization (DMO) that values responsible visitation that preserves the environment and quality of life for residents. Key Responsibilities Project Coordination & Workflow Management Traffic and manage marketing and communications workflow across internal teams and external partners. Track deadlines, deliverables, and project milestones to ensure timely completion. Coordinate with the agency of record to facilitate campaigns, creative development, and approvals. Maintain project calendars and ensure alignment across initiatives. General administrative support needed to assist with updating office management processes and systems, including the phone system, routing approvals, and more. Will have access to the Executive Director’s calendar to streamline meeting scheduling and continuing the administrative team’s workflow while ED is out of office for external affairs and other stakeholder meetings. Marketing & Communications Support Assist in the execution of integrated marketing campaigns promoting the destination, members, and attractions. Help manage asset organization, distribution, and updates. Media & Partner Relations Respond to media inquiries in a timely and professional manner and assist with scheduling internal staff and association members. Assist with press coordination, media visits, and information requests. Manage incoming advertising solicitations and partnership opportunities. Serve as a point of contact for general correspondence related to marketing and communications. Administrative & Organizational Support Maintain accurate records of projects, communications, and campaign performance. Support reporting and tracking of marketing initiatives. Assist with budget tracking and vendor coordination as needed. Mission Alignment Support initiatives that promote sustainable tourism and responsible visitation. Contribute to efforts that align with Explore Hocking Hills’ commitment to destination investments. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field preferred 2+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or project coordination Experience with event planning logistics highly preferred. Production or project management experience highly preferred Exceptional organizational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication abilities Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail. Experience working with agencies, vendors, or cross-functional teams is a plus. Familiarity with destination marketing, tourism, or hospitality industries is a plus. Key Attributes Proactive and solution‑oriented Highly organized with strong follow‑through Collaborative team player Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic environment Passionate about promoting places and supporting community‑focused initiatives. About Explore Hocking Hills Explore Hocking Hills is the official destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting the region’s natural beauty, local members, and visitor experiences while supporting sustainable tourism and responsible community stewardship. Compensation Compensation commensurate with experience with vision and dental insurance covered by employer, a health insurance stipend, and up to 3% traditional IRA match. #J-18808-Ljbffr