Conference and Marketing Assistant

Conference and Marketing Assistant
VMI’s Center for Leadership and Ethics seeks a full-time, entry-level employee to assist in the planning and execution of academic year conferences and marketing activities. Responsibilities include detailed record keeping; communicating with and scheduling of conference presenters and speakers; topic research, exhibitor and sponsor outreach; assist with video editing, social media marketing and basic graphic layout and design; and providing general administrative and conference support. 
Core responsibilities
•    Detailed record keeping.
•    Manage conference calls for presentation process.
•    Communication with conference presenters.
•    Schedule conference presentations.
•    Research related to presentation topics.
•    Configure online conference registration platform using content management system.
•    Update conference websites.
•    Assist with video editing.
•    Assist with social media marketing.
•    Assist with podcast production and editing.

Conferences:
•    Detailed record keeping.
•    Communication with conference presenters.
•    Schedule sessions.
•    Conference research.
•    Outstanding customer service.
•    Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
•    High comfort level with technology and software platforms.
•    AV set-up and support as needed.
Marketing:
•    Familiarity with video editing and software.
•    Familiarity with social media marketing and campaign coordination.
•    Basic graphic design and branding experience.
•    Provide ongoing support to Marketing Manager
 

Minimum Qualifications:

•    Associate’s degree or equivalent experience. 
•    Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills.
•    Highly organized and detail oriented, yet flexible, positive, and a problem solver in the face of change. 
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. 
•    Research skills. 

Additional Considerations:

•    Able to work in Adobe Premiere Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or Canva Pro. 
•    Familiar with marketing campaigns, and brand management. 
•    Familiar with email campaigns and software.

Special requirements:
Some 12 hour days may be required during conferences (3 – 4 times a year).