The Valdosta-Lowndes Co. (Ga.) Conference Center & Tourism Authority has an immediate opening for Marketing Manager.
This full-time, salaried position requires an individual with strong advertising placement and public relations skills, exemplary graphic design skills, social media experience, organizational skills and enthusiasm for generating results. Ideal candidates will have 3 years of destination marketing and public relations experience or comparable experience.
Strong communications skills and willingness to take initiative is a must. Some travel is required and candidates must be comfortable on a trade show floor.
Computer skills, including Excel, Adobe Suite products and PowerPoint are essential. Interested candidates should e-mail resumes and salary requirements to chamilton@valdostatourism.com no later than June 5. No phone calls.
About Valdosta-Lowndes Co.:
It doesn’t take long to figure out why the Valdosta area is a choice destination. With an unending roster of unique dining choices, attractions and events and superior lodging options, visitors fall in love with the environment, the spectacular year-round weather and key location along I-75. The area distinguishes itself visually and through its stimulating experiences. It’s an enchanting place to make lifetime memories and it’s a social media playground. It is, quite simply, a bucket list destination.
Minimum requirements:
- College degree or equivalent experience.
- Prior destination marketing experience (3 years) or comparable.
- Must live in or be willing to relocate to Lowndes County, Georgia.
Physical requirements:
- Must respect authority and the organizational hierarchy.
- 90% of workday is spent sitting.
- Must be able to walk and stand for lengthy periods when working trade shows.
- Ability to read a computer screen from 1-3 feet.
- Must present self in a mature, professional manner always.
About Valdosta-Lowndes Co. Conference Center & Tourism Authority
The Valdosta-Lowndes Co. Conference Center & Tourism Authority markets Valdosta and Lowndes County, Georgia as a choice destination for leisure travel, group meetings and events and sports tournaments. The VLCCCTA also operates the Rainwater Conference Center.
