Overview

The Marketing Assistant will assist in developing and implementing event marketing plans and promotions for various types of events. We are searching for individuals who want professional-level experience and have the initiative, skills, and drive to excel. This program will give individuals an opportunity to work alongside professionals in the live entertainment, sports, and venue management industry. The marketing assistant will support the Iowa Events Center's digital and grassroots footprint, including social media, website, digital assets, email, and more.

This role pays an hourly rate of $14.00

Part-Time Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until October 2, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Digital and Social Media categories within the marketing department.
• Develop and manage SWAG and collateral for various needs—i.e., artist staff, giveaways, community collaborations, etc.
• Partner with marketing management, ticketing, and booking to understand their social media needs and provide regular updates on any content processes and maintain the status of schedule drops.
• Utilize various communication methods to best fit the act or artist, their fan base, and the building.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date content information in the marketing collateral tracking system.
• Support the management of all aspects of the online experience for artists, guests/patrons, and the center.
• Coordinate communication channels for mass information updates: email blasts, know before you go emails and updates, and maintenance of the local social sites, in coordination with the digital and social/marketing teams.
• Participate in BOMBS (box office, marketing, and booking) meetings and track idea generation, project timelines, budget, and spending for activities deployed, and support the development of ongoing avenues of marketing content.
• Other general administrative/marketing support functions as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a social media or marketing office support role preferred, including determining audience and tailoring content to reach that audience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Facebook/TikTok/Instagram.
• Experience capturing and sourcing content (photos, video, and music).
• Quality editing and proofreading of content.