Marketing Communications Specialist

The Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) is a quasi-government entity established by the Maryland General Assembly for the purpose of growing and developing early state technology start-ups and life sciences companies throughout the state of Maryland. TEDCO has an immediate opening for a Marketing Communications Specialist to provide essential support to TEDCO’s Development & Marketing Department. If you have prior experience in a marketing or communications role, superior communication skills, and are a well-organized, go-getter, this may be the position for you.

Summary:

The Marketing Communications Specialist will provide essential support to TEDCO’s Development & Marketing Department. Responsibilities will include support for the organization’s marketing activities, office functions, event coordination and other duties as assigned. An ideal candidate for this role will be a well-organized go-getter with superior communication skills who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

This is a hybrid role which will require a flexible schedule to work in the Columbia, MD office three days a week, as well as traveling occasionally for events and meetings.

Essential Job Functions: (Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

  • Coordinate and support Development and Marketing team projects, to include traditional and digital marketing campaigns, sponsorships, and market research.
  • Provide communications support with outside vendors and across internal departments.
  • Organize meetings, maintain notes, and track deadlines for Development and Marketing projects.
  • Research, track and distribute inventory of promotional items.
  • Assist with various in-person and virtual special events, including TEDCO’s annual Entrepreneur Expo, TEDCO Pop-ups and more.
  • Responsible for data management and entry for all speaking engagements, media interactions, sponsorships and vendor information, as well as generating reports (Salesforce and Beanworks).
  • Assist with writing and editing content for various platforms such as social media, website, and press releases.
  • Undertake daily administrative tasks to ensure the functionality and coordination of the Development & Marketing Department’s activities.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing or similar field.
  • 2+ years’ experience in a communications or marketing role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Superior time management and organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • An analytical mind and ability to think critically.
  • Exceptional writing and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong collaborative and teamwork skills.
  • Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and capable of creating visually compelling presentations.
  • Proficient in Virtual Meetings Platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Google Meet.
  • Knowledge of email marketing software (Constant Contact, MailChimp, etc.).
  • Work in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.

Reports to: Chief Development & Marketing Officer

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation commensurate with experience plus full benefits package. This position will be based at TEDCO’s office in Columbia, Maryland.

Applications will be considered as they are received.

The position will remain open until filled.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Detail-oriented — quality and precision-focused
  • Innovative — innovative and risk-taking
  • Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture
  • People-oriented — supportive and fairness-focused
  • Team-oriented — cooperative and collaborative

Maryland Technology Development Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Category
Media, PR and Communications
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 53,000.00 - 55,000.00 per year
Country
United States
City
Columbia
Career Level
unspecified
Company
TEDCO
JOB SOURCE
https://tedco.bamboohr.com/careers/64