Marketing Assistant (Seasonal)
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Job Location:
Battle Creek, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
MARKETING ASSISTANT
Mission Statement: Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.
REPORTS TO: Marketing Manager
SEASONAL OR NON-SEASONAL: Part-Time Seasonal Non-Benefited
FLSA STATUS: Hourly Non-Exempt
FLSA STATUS: Hourly Non-Exempt
SPECIAL NOTE: This is a part-time commitment of 15 hours per week for 16 weeks (May 4August 21)
POSITION SUMMARY: Create engaging digital content that shares the Zoos animals events and conservation mission through social media photography video and graphic design. This part-time seasonal position supports day-to-day content creation helping capture the energy of the Zoo and turn it into scroll-stopping posts.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
POSITION SUMMARY: Create engaging digital content that shares the Zoos animals events and conservation mission through social media photography video and graphic design. This part-time seasonal position supports day-to-day content creation helping capture the energy of the Zoo and turn it into scroll-stopping posts.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 18 years of age with a valid Michigan Drivers License
- Experience creating social media content for a brand organization or personal portfolio
- Proficiency in Canva and/or CapCut or other editing software
- Basic photography and video skills using phone or DSLR
- Strong writing and proofreading skills
- Organized self-motivated able to meet deadlines
- Comfortable working outdoors and walking the Zoo grounds
- Available evenings/weekends during events
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Capture photo and video content of animals events guests and behind-the-scenes moments
- Create graphics for social media web email and digital signage
- Draft captions and schedule posts across Facebook Instagram TikTok and LinkedIn
- Assist with short-form video editing (Reels/TikTok style content)
- Cover special events (evenings/weekends occasionally required)
- Maintain content calendar and asset library
- Follow brand guidelines for voice style and visual identity
- Monitor engagement and report basic metrics (likes reach clicks etc.)
- Support other marketing projects as assigned
- Performing job using ladders and working on various terrains.
- Communication with Marketing Manager and other department managers to relay information important facts and ideas that affect other staff the zoos operation or guest experiences.
- Ability to relate positively and respectfully at all times with diverse groups of people including guests volunteers peers co-workers other departments or companies within the zoo and vendors.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assisting staff with emergency situations as necessary.
- Communicating effectively using a hand held radio.
- Complying with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures.
- Participating in team oriented zoo projects as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including long hours weekends and holidays.
- Ability to sit stand bend lift and move intermittently.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to read speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way.
- Ability to work outdoors off trail and in all weather conditions.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Marketing
- Google Docs
- MailChimp
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Constant Contact
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Market Research
- Adobe Photoshop
- Social Media Management
- Adobe Illustrator
- Wordpress
- Adobe Indesign
About Company
Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Summer Appeal Join Our Team Memberships Admission closes one hour prior to the zoo closing each day. Twiga Overlook Giraffe Feeding closes 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing. Zoo Office Hours Monday-Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 1pm, Sunday 10am – 1pm F ... View more
