Creative Marketing Coordinator

MCT Credit Union•Port Neches, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Creates engaging print, digital and video graphics for all mediums and channels including, but not limited to: print and digital advertisements, brochures, in-branch collateral, social media graphics, billboards, mailers and other communications. Creative materials should promote products and services in line with strategic and marketing objectives. Responsible for enhancing the image of the Credit Union in both business and local communities. Maximize the Credit Union’s community involvement while developing relationships and networking to enhance potential growth. Coordinates and manages community activities and programs for the Credit Union and ensures that community activities support short and long-term objectives. Responsible for the creation, coordination, and execution of the Financial Education Program. Maintain a positive professional image and reputation of the Credit Union in the community. Completes administrative and operational duties for marketing, public relations, and supports the department with other general marketing duties, as needed.

Requirements

A two-year college degree, or completion of a specialized certification or licensing, or completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program.
Basic knowledge of Credit Union operations.
Understanding of public relations, business development, and media processes.
Three years to five years of similar or related experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Well organized.
Attentive to detail.
Strong project management abilities.
Able to use related computer applications.
Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.
Able to interpret various instructions.
Ability to perform very basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing two-digit numbers; to perform the four basic arithmetic operations with money; to perform operations with units such as inch, foot, and yard; ounce and pound (or their metric counterparts).
Ability to read a variety of books, magazines, instruction manuals, atlases, and encyclopedias.
Ability to prepare memos, reports, and essays using proper punctuation, spelling and grammar.
Ability to communicate distinctly with appropriate pauses and emphasis; correct pronunciation (or sign equivalent) and variation in word order; using present, perfect, and future tenses.

Responsibilities

Responsible for graphic design projects from concept and design to production.
Works closely with the Marketing Manager to create collateral, promotional, and advertising pieces for print, web, social media, and event projects.
Assists branch offices with displays, promotions, and marketing materials, clearly communicating the purpose and details of promotions to ensure brand consistency and the timely update of materials.
Maintains and restocks inventory or marketing materials and supplies, including but not limited to brochures, envelopes, and pens. Coordinates distribution of inventory to branches and departments according to their needs.
As directed, acts as a contact person for staff, vendors, and agencies to communicate marketing objectives and/or secure price quotes.
Seeks areas of opportunity to grow and enhance the Credit Union community involvement that will align with the Credit Union brand and culture.
Creates articles, advertisements, and announcements for meetings and special events.
Develops organized ways of measuring community involvement success.
Supports the development and grow the Credit Union’s Financial Education Programs in collaboration with the Marketing Manager.
Ensures that community activities are effective and support marketing objectives.
Plans and coordinates community events.
Ensures that marketing functions are professionally executed.
Directs activities for grand openings. Invites media, prepares information sheets, orders signs, and flowers, arranges for photography and refreshments, and provides giveaways and door prizes.
Supports promotional events for the Credit Union, including coordinating event logistics with necessary materials and communicating event details to staff.
Assists with the coordination of activities for annual meetings, special meetings, and seminars relating to Credit Union business.
Ensures that members and communities are properly informed of Credit Union events.
Assists with the preparation of the community budget.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of the “Thank God It’s Monday” philosophy through positive behavior.
Completes special projects as assigned.
Stays current with financial marketing and public relations trends.
Keeps work areas clean, secure, and well-maintained.
Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns.
Attends and supports Marketing meetings and activities.