Promotions and Events Coordinator

Job Purpose:   Supports promotions staff in executing and publicizing casino promotions and special events   Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time) Assists with casino marketing and casino directed promotions by researching, identifying and contacting vendors, providing recommendations, creating vouchers and other promotional paperwork, maintaining historical files, and placing casino signage following established procedure. - 35% Tracks creative projects by generating Creative Service requests for publicity and operational materials, drafting copy and proofs collateral, and maintaining collateral promotions binder. - 20% Provides guest service by being present on the casino floor during promotions, answering guest questions, explaining promotion rules and complimentaries, and providing guidance to assigned Club Sycuan Staff. - 15% Collaborates with promotion and events personnel by participating in promotions meetings, brainstorming on new promotions, taking meeting minutes, and acting as liaison with other departments to distribute minutes, completed collateral, and other promotional materials. - 15% Provides administrative support to the Marketing Department by answering general telephone calls, making copies, and performing other duties as assigned by Marketing management. - 10% Researches industry competition by visiting other casino web-sites, generating twice-monthly competitive reports on what promotional and marketing efforts are currently underway, and providing report to Marketing Management. - 5% Job Specifications: Education and Experience: Essential: Bachelors Degree in Marketing or related field or equivalent experience 1 year experience coordinating promotions, special events, and/or project management Desirable: Casino marketing experience Copywriting experience Skills and Knowledge: Essential: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines Ability to interact effectively with guests, external agencies, vendors, and team members Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks and assignments Ability to perform data entry assignments               Ability to communicate effectively in the English language Ability to complete forms, documents and written reports Ability to maintain professionalism and composure Ability to appear for work on time Ability to work in a smoking environment Ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions Ability to accept constructive criticism Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel Desirable: Graphics software Multi-Lingual Supervisory/Managerial Accountability: Direct:        None Indirect:      None