EVENT AND MARKETING SPECIALIST

Tampa Bay Times • Full-time • Greater Tampa Bay Area, US • 1d ago

Position Summary

The Email & Marketing Specialist supports the execution of events and marketing initiatives across the Tampa Bay Times and its affiliates. Reporting to the Event Production & Marketing Manager, this hands-on role manages logistics, content creation, sponsor deliverables, and administrative tasks. On-site event presence is required, including setup, teardown, and active management.

Responsibilities

Plan and support events, including logistics, vendor coordination, setup, and teardown
Maintain and organize event timelines, communications, and materials
Create content for email campaigns, social media, press releases, and marketing collateral
Schedule and publish marketing content across platforms consistently
Assist with graphic assets, working with designers or templates to produce on-brand materials
Track and report on event and marketing performance, including email and social campaigns
Maintain donor management and internal systems to ensure accurate records and workflows
Support budget tracking, invoicing, and vendor communications
Collaborate with internal teams (editorial, philanthropy, sponsorship) to align initiatives
Proofread and quality-check all communications to maintain accuracy and brand standards

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, PR, event management, or related field
1–3 years of experience in marketing, events, communications, or similar roles (internships included)
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with attention to detail
Experience with email marketing tools, social media platforms, and event management software
Strong organizational and project management skills with consistent follow-through
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of marketing analytics and using data to inform decisions
Experience supporting events, sponsor deliverables, or multi-team projects is a plus