DMS/Riverfront Events and Marketing Coordinator Job Posting

DMS/Riverfront Events and Marketing Coordinator Job Posting

Dixon Main Street is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial individual to spearhead the planning and execution of marketing, sales, and promotional activities, consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization. The Marketing and Events Coordinator will report to the Executive Director of Dixon Main Street. Primary responsibilities will be the promotion of Riverfront and Downtown Activities, sales of amenities and sponsorships, and community and public relations. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Josh Albrecht at mainst@grics.net or Dixon Main Street, 115 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, IL 61021. Deadline to apply is March 28.


Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Ability to get along with a broad customer base.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in sales and marketing.
• Experience in event planning.
• Bachelor's Degree or 5 years experience in marketing, event planning, or related field.
• Ability to lift 30lbs and help with event set-up and clean-up
• Must have a valid Driver's License

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the creation and implementation of the marketing plan; also maintains routine updates of the marketing plan.
• Coordination of weddings and special events on the Riverfront, along with events that take place within the downtown.
• Sales of sponsorships, amenities and other Riverfront related activities.
• Professionally promote the organization to attract new sponsors and volunteers.
• Contact customers using mailing lists, tickler files and personal follow-up to encourage additional sales, maintain customer relationship, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Work Riverfront and DMS events, and represent DMS/Riverfront at public events.
• Coordinate DMS/Riverfront office activities as needed.
• Handle customer complaints reasonably, showing empathy and a positive attitude, and demonstrate our commitment to “Make Things Right”.
• Conduct market research activities and analysis and establishes data management to improve the  marketing efforts.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the marketing, advertising, and public relations activities.
• Organize community events for DMS and the Riverfront.
• Develop and manage annual marketing budgets, regularly monitors expenditures, and prepares summary assessments and reports.
• Monitor and analyze marketing promotion results to determine effectiveness of each promotion campaign.
• Direct and coordinate production of advertising and promotional spot announcements, press releases, and direct mailings to customers.
• Create, review and/or oversee television and radio spots, newspaper, magazine advertising, and other promotional publications as needed.
• Write and edit promotional and informational materials, such as press releases, brochures, and newspaper and magazine advertisements.
• Authorize information for publication, such as interviews with reporters.
• Manage social media and online presence of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Commitments

• Treat all volunteers and customers fairly, courteously, and with dignity.
• Be prompt and available for flexible scheduling.
• Be honest and fair in all business dealings.

Monday Moment News & Notes

Streetscape Informational Sessions Planend

Please join us for a second informational meeting on the Downtown Dixon Streetscape Project on March 5 from 4-6 p.m..  The project consists of new curb and gutter, sidewalk, pavement, and lighting in the downtown business district.  This informational meeting will be utilized to update the public of the status of the Downtown Streetscape Project and discuss the preliminary staging and traffic control planned for the project.   

In addition to the March 5 meeting, Dixon Main Street will host two additional informational sessions on the streetscape. On Tuesday, March 4, the project will be the subject at the monthly Shop Talk Merchant's Meeting from 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Books on First.

And, the March Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, March 19 also will be on the Streetscape Project. The informational luncheon will focus on the planning and staging of the project. The Lunch and Learn includes a $3 lunch as part of the program at the Post House Ballroom in downtown Dixon.

March Second Saturdays

First up on the calendar is the March 8 Second Saturdays event. With the weather a bit warmer now is a great time to head downtown for a great night out. There is live music every weekend in downtown Dixon and lots of great art and food to be consumed.

Shamrock Club's Annual Parade & Party

On March 15, it is the annual Rock River Valley Shamrock Club St. Patrick's Day Parade and Party in Downtown Dixon. The annual  Parade & Party starts with the Parade line-up at 1:30 at Dixon High School with a start time of 3 p.m. Following the parade, the party begins at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The usual 50/50 tickets will be available along with silent auctions and raffles that help fund the local food pantry and the party. The best corned beef dinner in town, prepared by the Knights, will be available for purchase as well. Music this year will start at 5 p.m. and will be by the Irish Band “Reilly” from Milwaukee.

Founders Day presented by BorgWarner

On April 11, you can join us for the annual Founders' Day Celebration sponsored by BorgWarner. This year's celebration will be a luncheon event at the Loveland Community House starting at 11:30 a.m. A program on the early physicians in Dixon and the starting of KSB Hospital will be held starting at 12 p.m. We will also honor this year's Langan Award winner for the most outstanding local historian, and the McAlpine Award winner for reinvestment in a downtown building. During the event, you can take in the wonderful Loveland Community House and see the great changes they have made to the facility this past year. New art is hanging up around the house and the museum has several updates, as well. Lunch is $5, but admission to the event and the Loveland Community House is free. Sponsored by Borg Warner, KSB Hospital, Sauk Valley Bank,

City-Wide Garage Sales

The Annual Dixon Community-wide Garage Sales are set for April 25-26. Deadline to sign up for the sales is April 18. Cost to register a sale is $20 and includes a listing and a description of the sale. The Sales will be distributed through the Telegraph newspaper and at select businesses the week of the sale, along with online at www.dixonmainstreet.com and www.facebook.com/dixonmainstreet. The garage sales will be held rain or shine. More than 50 sales are  held each year during this weekend. Registration forms are available at Roxies, Waterfront Gifts, and Books on First. Forms are also available online at www.dixonmainstreet.com. Stay up to date with the latest events and programs in Dixon at our Dixon Main Street Facebook page, www.facebook.com/dixonmainstreet.