Marketing Assistant

At Southern First, we believe banking is about people, and we’re making a difference one client and one banker at a time. Rooted in service and family, our core values make up the foundation of our company and the way we do business. Those values include caring, serving, and loving others. Every day, our team proudly carries out our mission of impacting lives in the communities we serve. Headquartered in beautiful Greenville, SC, Southern First is locally owned and growing Southeast markets in three states. Our relationship-first approach to banking is backed by our commitment to investing in easy-to-use technology, giving our clients all of the tools they need to easily manage their finances whenever, wherever. If you are passionate about impacting lives in our community and building long-lasting client relationships, we’d love for you to join our team. We care. We serve. We love.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Marketing Assistant provides day‑to‑day support for the Bank's marketing initiatives through administrative and marketing‑related tasks. The Marketing Assistant’s responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting with the production of high‑quality marketing collaterals and graphics for internal and external use, editing photos and videos, writing copy, and project work.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide administrative support for a variety of marketing projects. Perform daily administrative tasks to support department operations. Assist in the production and distribution of marketing materials. Create detailed and visually appealing collaterals in accordance with the Southern First brand standards. Assist in the creation of content for social media channels. Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field is required. Excellent working knowledge of Windows including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Familiarity with social media and marketing platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Canva. Basic photography, video editing, and graphic design skills. Adept in clear and concise copywriting, editing, and proofreading. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and professionalism to represent the Bank in a positive way in dealing with clients and other team members. Strong time management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exhibit a high degree of integrity.

WORK CONDITIONS

This position may occasionally require the ability to attend networking events after hours. This position must be able to sit for long periods of time as the position involves most of the time spent at a computer. This position requires little to no travel. This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at‑will employment , and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern First Bancshares