Marketing & Events Coordinator

Marketing & Events Coordinator

Ben's Bells teaches individuals and communities about the positive impacts of intentional kindness and inspires people to practice kindness as a way of life.

Research demonstrates that kindness benefits our physical and mental health and that recognizing kindness in others increases a person's happiness and satisfaction. But just as solving a calculus problem requires advanced math skills, the challenges of daily life require advanced kindness skills. By focusing on kindness and being intentional in our personal interactions, we can improve our ability to connect.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing & Events Coordinator will support marketing efforts to promote education and studio programs, special events, merchandise, fundraising days, appeals, and all other items as they arise. The Marketing & Events Coordinator will work closely with the Director of Development on all fundraising and event efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong marketing and event experience.

Responsibilities:

Marketing

• Work in collaboration with the Marketing Committee and Leadership Team to create and execute an annual strategic marketing plan
• Work alongside department heads to develop and manage the annual marketing and print budget
• Manage website updates
• Design and send emails to support the organization via Constant Contact
• Monitor marketing/media email inbox
• Write, edit, and distribute content for digital marketing campaigns (email newsletters, website landing pages, and digital ads)
• Responsible for maintaining social media presence across all channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram)
• Ensure adherence to style and brand guidelines
• Photograph and film as needed
• Maintain online listings for all locations
• Oversee organization's digital analytics and set, monitor, and report on campaign results
• Understand, utilize, and share Google Analytics data
• Track and report metrics and trends with strategic analysis and recommendations, including monthly dashboards
• Update signage, logos, brochures, and other marketing material as needed
• Oversee bidding and ordering of collateral, print, and promotional materials
• Drive the implementation and optimization of paid advertising
• Oversee marketing intern

Events

• Serve as the lead on planning and executing the Silent Auction for our annual gala event, Celebration of Kindness, including leading the Silent Auction volunteer committee
• Assist in managing other events throughout the year, including planning, scheduling, creating ticket forms, confirmation emails, marketing materials, sales reports, post-event debrief, and advertisements as needed
• Create media kits for all programs and events
• Coordinate marketing efforts via social media, press contacts, and community partners

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Personal qualities of kindness, integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission of Ben's Bells
• Demonstrated excellence with time management and communication skills
• Must be comfortable speaking with media and community groups
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and simultaneously

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing
• Available for occasional early morning, evening, and weekend activities
• Bilingual skills helpful, but not required
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in video editing and motion graphics (Premiere and After Effects)
• Proficient with WordPress website

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• 15+ days of paid vacation annually, 8 paid holidays, and a paid week of closure over winter break
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and IRA plan options available
• Employer-paid Life Insurance Policy

Timeline Position will remain open until filled. If you are enthusiastic about the mission of Ben's Bells, apply today!