Smithbucklin
Corporate Marketing & Communications Associate
Smithbucklin, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Description
All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Smithbucklin, a 100 percent employee-owned association management company, is looking for a
Corporate Marketing & Communications Associate
to join our team in Chicago. Smithbucklin’s Corporate Marketing team is responsible for presenting the company’s brand, messaging, and communications to both external and internal audiences. The team works to connect with potential new client organizations about our services, engage with current and potential employees, interact with the association industry as a whole, and showcase the great and important work that our passionate people do every day to advance the missions of the associations we serve. At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by
optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness , where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Join us in shaping the future of association management, where our values serve as the cornerstone of our success.What You Will Do
Plan, write, and execute various internal visual assets for a variety of company communications and projects and ensure proper brand compliance based on target audience, using a tool like Canva or PowerPoint.Manage internal electronic signage creation and delivery based on the corporate calendar of activities.Support executive leadership in the development, organization, facilitation, and deployment of formal and informal PowerPoint presentations.Assist in managing the employee headshot process, including photographer coordination, invites, release forms, file management, photo distribution to employees, and employee profile updates on the company intranet in collaboration with the IT department.Learn and manage testimonial gathering tool for capturing internal video content.Manage and maintain production schedules and communications calendars for various projects, including internal visual-based communication channels.Photograph corporate, Affinity Community, social, and other events for use in internal and external communications channels.Support additional projects as assigned.This Role Might Be for You If…
You exhibit proven interest in marketing and/or visual and written communications skills or functions.You have a strong attention to detail and enjoy creative tasks.You demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.You have interest in being part of a collaborative team environment that balances independently-led projects and group-oriented projects.Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or Liberal Arts or equivalent experience.0-1 year of relevant professional experience in a communication, public relations, and/or marketing department or agency setting.Previous experience in marketing or communications functions like writing articles, social media management, creating PowerPoint presentations and/or promotional materials, etc.Proven ability to meet deadlines.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong attention to detail.Preferred Qualifications
Related internship experience is highly preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Visual communication skills, artistic inclination, or creative sensibility.Experience using design tools like Canva, Photoshop, and/or InDesign.Experience with or interest in photography.Where Do You Fit?
Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine, and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep, and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people – regardless of position or compensation – an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company.Our hybrid environment offers you the option to work from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40-hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status designated by federal, state, or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently.
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All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Smithbucklin, a 100 percent employee-owned association management company, is looking for a
Corporate Marketing & Communications Associate
to join our team in Chicago. Smithbucklin’s Corporate Marketing team is responsible for presenting the company’s brand, messaging, and communications to both external and internal audiences. The team works to connect with potential new client organizations about our services, engage with current and potential employees, interact with the association industry as a whole, and showcase the great and important work that our passionate people do every day to advance the missions of the associations we serve. At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by
optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness , where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Join us in shaping the future of association management, where our values serve as the cornerstone of our success.What You Will Do
Plan, write, and execute various internal visual assets for a variety of company communications and projects and ensure proper brand compliance based on target audience, using a tool like Canva or PowerPoint.Manage internal electronic signage creation and delivery based on the corporate calendar of activities.Support executive leadership in the development, organization, facilitation, and deployment of formal and informal PowerPoint presentations.Assist in managing the employee headshot process, including photographer coordination, invites, release forms, file management, photo distribution to employees, and employee profile updates on the company intranet in collaboration with the IT department.Learn and manage testimonial gathering tool for capturing internal video content.Manage and maintain production schedules and communications calendars for various projects, including internal visual-based communication channels.Photograph corporate, Affinity Community, social, and other events for use in internal and external communications channels.Support additional projects as assigned.This Role Might Be for You If…
You exhibit proven interest in marketing and/or visual and written communications skills or functions.You have a strong attention to detail and enjoy creative tasks.You demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.You have interest in being part of a collaborative team environment that balances independently-led projects and group-oriented projects.Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or Liberal Arts or equivalent experience.0-1 year of relevant professional experience in a communication, public relations, and/or marketing department or agency setting.Previous experience in marketing or communications functions like writing articles, social media management, creating PowerPoint presentations and/or promotional materials, etc.Proven ability to meet deadlines.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong attention to detail.Preferred Qualifications
Related internship experience is highly preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Visual communication skills, artistic inclination, or creative sensibility.Experience using design tools like Canva, Photoshop, and/or InDesign.Experience with or interest in photography.Where Do You Fit?
Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine, and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep, and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people – regardless of position or compensation – an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company.Our hybrid environment offers you the option to work from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40-hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status designated by federal, state, or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently.
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