Marketing Coordinator

Job Type Full-time Description Join the team at PureEdge Lighting, a leader in innovative and tech-savvy lighting solutions. As a dynamic team member, you'll contribute to digital and physical projects, illuminating spaces with cutting-edge technology and creativity. At PureEdge Lighting, much of our success can be attributed to the strength of our marketing division. To build on the momentum, we're searching for a highly qualified marketing coordinator who can contribute to existing programs while assisting with developing new initiatives aligned with company and client goals. The ideal candidate will have experience in various marketing functions, including communications, advertising, branding, digital, and social media. The marketing coordinator must be an organized multitasker, able to handle many diverse projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Position: Marketing Coordinator Position reports to the Marketing Manager Job Location: Chicago, IL Job Type: Full-Time Pay Rate: 55,000 to 60,000 Annually About You We are seeking a Marketing Coordinator who is energetic, innovative, and versatile in managing digital and physical marketing initiatives. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with diverse responsibilities. Objectives of this role Assist in developing and implementing the company's brand strategy Ensure that all marketing efforts serve immediate and long-term business goals by identifying and executing improvements for processes, generating and organizing creative content for the purpose of lead generation Prepare marketing activity reports and metrics for program success Responsibilities Support the marketing manager in establishing and marketing strategy by assembling sales forecasts, organizing promotional presentations, and updating calendars Communicate campaign objectives, timelines, and deliverables to the sales team, and provide instructions for product launches, tradeshows and events Work with the Marketing Manager to plan meetings, events, conferences, and trade shows by identifying requirements, establishing contacts, developing schedules and assignments, and coordinating mailing lists Maintain inventory of sales support materials, ensuring all are current and accurate, and coordinate the creation of new materials when necessary Continually seek new sources of prospective customer data and provide recommendations to sales and marketing leadership Coordinate trade show activities, including checking in booths returned from the field, coordinating booth repairs and improvements, replenishing marketing materials, and organizing booth shipments. Assist in the creation of promotional and training videos through video compositing and editing to be used on the web and in social media. Requirements Experience in marketing coordination or similar role Experience in Adobe Creative Suites Knowledge of traditional and digital marketing, content marketing, and social media marketing Experience in video production software, including Adobe Premier Pro, After Effects or equivalent Experience using data analytics software for research Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to perform physical tasks Preferred skills and qualifications 2-3 years experience Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in marketing, advertising, or communications Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and customer relationship management (CRM) tools Creative Suite, Canva, MS Office Working knowledge of HTML, design, and email software Experience in budgeting Be able to work in different locations in the Chicago area. Benefits Competitive pay Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance enrollment on the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment. 401(k) Retirement plan after 6 months of employment 80 hours of accrued vacation time, prorated your first year 40 hours of Sick Time off annually, prorated your first year Company Paid Holidays, starting after 30 Days of employment Company-sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance Policy Coverage Short Term, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D optional Insurance benefits the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment Salary Description 55,000 to 60,000 Annually