What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Coordinator position at Meet Boston?
Description
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
The Meet Boston Communications Coordinator will assist and support a full complement of public relations, media and communications initiatives that align with Meet Boston’s mission and value proposition. Meet Boston’s essential goal is to promote the Greater Boston region as a visitor destination, increasing tourism to this dynamic and diverse region, while also serving as a key conduit in elevating community voices and growing equity and inclusion within the travel and tourism sector.
The Communications Coordinator reports to the Vice President of Strategic Communications and works closely with the Communications Team, serving as a critical player in the development of a robust communications program to increase brand awareness of the Greater Boston area in all key target markets through earned media strategies, media hosting, and the development of media-facing assets. The Communications Coordinator works closely with Meet Boston’s partnership and marketing teams to ensure that messaging is consistent, earned media results are recorded, and that marketing campaigns are conducted in concert with the value proposition of the Meet Boston mission and vision.
Requirements
- College degree preferred but not required
- Experience in hospitality / tourism marketing, communications and public relations is a plus
- Prior customer service and sales experience a plus
- Knowledge of marketing and communication operations and best practices
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
- Strong Organizational, collaboration, and time management skills
- Any additional training and certification in marketing and / or communications will be considered an advantage
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Adobe Create Suite products preferred
- Self-sufficient with the ability to work independently and balance work-life and job responsibilities
- Prior PR or marketing agency experience preferred
Specific Responsibilities
Job Type
Meet Boston is the primary private sector marketing and visitor services organization charged with the development of meetings, conventions and tourism-related business. Comprised of over 1,200 member companies in Boston, Cambridge and across New England, our goal is to enhance the economy of the region.
Meet Boston is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects this commitment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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