The Marketing and Events Coordinator is responsible for administering and promoting initiatives that support economic vitality and attract residents, visitors, and businesses to downtown Chestertown. This role is ideal for a creative, organized, and community-minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced, people-centered environment.

1.Manage public-facing marketing and promotion

• Create compelling content for website, social media channels, newsletters, press releases, and printmaterials.
• Promote downtown businesses, events, and initiatives to both local and regional audiences.
• Coordinate with local media, partner organizations, and Kent County Tourism Department.
• Assist with managing and staffing the Kent County Visitors Center.

2.Community Engagement

• Build relationships with and between Main Street Chestertown and downtown businesses, propertyowners, artists, community partners, and residents.
• Facilitate business participation in marketing efforts, promotions, and collaborative campaigns.
• Support volunteer recruitment and coordination for events and initiatives.
• Represent Main Street Chestertown at community meetings and events as needed.

3.Lead planning and execution of events

• Manage event logistics, including permits, vendors, entertainment, volunteers, signage, and publicsafety coordination.
• Collaborate with local businesses and partner organizations to ensure broad participation andcross-promotion.
• Build partnerships and offer strategic support to mission-similar event planners.

4.Administrative Support

• Track participation and engagement metrics for events and campaigns.
• Assist with grant applications, reporting, sponsorships, and fundraising activities.
• Support the Executive Director and organization committees with materials, logistics, and projectexecution.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and follow-through
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, E-mail, and social media platforms
• Proficiency with collateral and graphic design development software
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Chestertown, MD 21620 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chestertown, MD 21620: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso

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