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The Communications & Marketing Manager is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, deployment, and analysis of the Halifax County Convention & Visitors Bureau’s leisure, meetings, sports marketing, and communications. This position will also be responsible for assisting in the development of projects and initiatives to grow the Halifax County destination.

The ideal employee must be extremely detail-oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines, manage, and prioritize multiple projects at once. Job performance evaluations include the successful completion of tasks in a timely fashion, and ensuring that the end products support our overall brand strategy and marketing objectives. Work in this industry requires the use of sound professional judgment, initiative, tact, and diplomacy in the performance of duties.  Public contact is frequent and includes a variety of local tourism-related businesses, community stakeholders, vendors, and visitors.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, content creation, or digital marketing.  Preferred degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Tourism, Hospitality, or other related field, or a combination of education, coursework, experience and/or technical training necessary to meet the requirements of this position
• Experience working with web content management systems, with experience with Simpleview CMS a priority
• Excellent writing, communications, and proofing skills with demonstrated experience required
• Knowledge of AP Style guidelines preferred
• Tech savvy with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Illustrator and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with email distribution software, such as MailChimp, Constant Contact, or others
• Solid knowledge of website analytic tools and optimization (e.g., Google Analytics, NetInsight, Omniture, WebTrends)
• Working knowledge of digital marketing platforms (e.g., Adwords, Insights, DART, Atlas), HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Experience working with web content management systems, with experience with Simpleview CMS
• Goal-driven with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects while adhering to strict deadlines
• Must be a strategic thinker and a proven self-starter able to support the achievement of organization and destination goals
• Appreciation and knowledge of the Halifax County community a plus
• Must be able to use sound judgment and discretion
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required