Marketing & Partnership Manager – SunFest of Palm Beach County
Job Summary: This position plays a pivotal role in developing and executing marketing and sales strategies to promote the festival and maximize attendance. This role involves developing and implementing marketing campaigns, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring the festival’s brand is effectively represented across all channels.
The position reports to the Executive Director and serves as a full-time, year-round staff member for SunFest.
Marketing Responsibilities:
+ Develop and implement organizational marketing strategy, including annual multi-media marketing campaign in partnership with marketing and pr agencies.
+ Lead the execution of various marketing and community partnership programs that drive sales.
+ Oversee website, e-newsletters and social media channels, working with agencies as needed to manage posts, campaigns, and strategy.
+ Oversee all video production and photography needs
+ Oversee the Public Relations and Photography Committees and assist other committees as needed.
+ Oversee application and administration of grants and related reports, plans, and promotions.
+ Coordinate all festival research.
Partnership Responsibilities:
+ Meet or exceed sponsorship revenue targets working in conjunction with Sponsorship Agency.
+ Meet clients and present and sell sponsorship opportunities and packages.
+ Oversee the development of sponsorship proposals, design, and presentation.
+ Manage sponsorship contracts, track all proposed sponsorships from proposal to signed agreements, and ensure all insurance requirements and payment terms are met.
+ Oversee the fulfillment and execution of all sponsor-related benefits ensuring commitments are integrated into festival marketing.
+ Oversee the development of sponsor recaps, including capturing photography of sponsor assets.
Other Responsibilities:
+ Participate as an active member of the community
+ Manage Marketing and Sponsorship budgets, including tracking of in-kind revenue
+ Build relationships with key stakeholders and volunteers
+ Assist with other functions on an as-needed basis
Qualifications:
+ Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
+ Exceptional computer skills with Microsoft (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Google Drive, Salesforce, Constant Contact, Adobe Photoshop, WordPress
+ Strong knowledge of digital marketing tools, social media platforms, and email marketing.
+ High energy and passion for the live event space and SunFest mission
+ High level of critical thinking skills and creativity
+ Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
+ Ability to remain calm and flexible
+ Compassionate, dependable, team player
+ Self-motivated to initiate projects and tasks in a remote workplace
+ Willingness to do whatever is needed
Requirements:
+ Minimum two to three years of partnership marketing work is preferred
+ Degree required
+ Valid Driver’s License & clean driving record
+ Resides in Palm Beach County
+ Must be flexible to work occasional night/weekend events
+ Must be able to lift 50lbs
Benefits Include:
+ Salary is commensurate with experience
+ Benefit package includes health insurance, employee retirement, paid vacation, sick time and paid holidays
+ Remote work
How to Apply:
Apply via LinkedIn to submit your application along with your cover letter and professional resume, including two references or send to marketing@sunfest.com.
Notes:
+ Deadline to Apply is October 31, 2023.
+ SunFest of Palm Beach County, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
