Marketing and Events Assistant

Job Description: Marketing and Events Assistant Position Title: Marketing and Events Assistant Reports to: BID Manager

Hours
- 32 spread over 4 days, Monday to Sunday on a rota basis, rotas created 6 weeks in advance. Weekends and evenings required as per the needs of the BID, however regular office hours for the most part.

1. Marketing Support
- Assist in the development and implementation of marketing strategies to promote the BID and its events.
- Maintain and update the BID’s website, social media and App with news, events, and business promotions.
- Monitor and track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns through analytics and reporting tools.
- Assist in maintaining relationships with local businesses to encourage participation in marketing initiatives.
- Confidently selling advertising space to businesses in key locations and in BID materials.
- Assisting in the creation of a monthly newsletter

2. Social Media Management
- Manage and update the BID’s social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn).
- Create engaging content, including graphics, photos, and videos, to promote events, local businesses, and BID updates.
- Monitor social media channels for engagement, respond to comments and messages, and foster community interaction.
- Develop and maintain a social media content calendar to ensure consistent and timely posting.
- Stay updated on social media trends and tools to optimise performance and engagement.
- Create workshops and group sessions, as well as one to one coaching on marketing for our BID businesses

3. Event Coordination
- Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of BID events such as street festivals, community cleanups, and business promotions.
- Assist in recruiting and managing volunteers for events.
- Attend BID events and provide on-site support as needed.

4. Administrative Tasks:

- Provide administrative support to the BID Manager, including issuing invoices, responding to inquiries, and preparing reports.
- Maintain a database of BID members, event attendees, and vendors.
- Assist in managing the budget for marketing and event activities, ensuring cost-effective solutions.

5. Community Engagement:

- Act as a point of contact for local businesses and community members regarding marketing and event
- related inquiries.
- Support efforts to engage the local community, businesses, and other stakeholders in BID initiatives.

6. Qualifications:

- Ideally, a degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Planning, music management or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 1-2 years of experience in marketing, social media management, or event planning (paid or unpaid).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Customer service experience
- Proficiency in social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter) and scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer).
- Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- A passion for Worthing, community engagement and local business support.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.

**Benefits**:

- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marketing, event planning, and community engagement.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Being part of a dynamic and mission-driven team dedicated to improving the community.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From £12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/10/2024