Marketing And Communications Specialist

Description:

Responsibilities include:
Serve as key customer service contact for ASMI industry members
Execute website updates with WordPress or other content management program
Organize and execute all trade and consumer shows (such as Pacific Marine Expo, Comfish, and Alaska Federation of Natives convention) including booth design, product/fish orders, literature orders, staffing, etc.
Draft and send industry newsletters and marketing updates
Support Digital Marketing Coordinator/Manager in organizing and updating image, video, and media libraries
Work with information technology and web design contractors to develop online tools to support ASMI marketing programs
Host media, chef, and seafood trade groups from the US and international markets on familiarization trips in Alaska
Order and monitor inventories for materials and branded swag
Order seafood product for events and media
May at times represent the Communications Program at staff, board, and committee meetings to the general public and the seafood industry
Work with the Communications Director, Executive Director or other ASMI’s programs on special projects and events as needed
Collect information from ASMI marketing programs, draft and send weekly update to Administration and board
Oversee Communications Committee meeting preparations, venue locations, meeting minutes, and committee communications
Additionally, successful candidates will demonstrate:
Strong writing, editing and analytical skills
Time management skills, flexibility, and an ability to multi-task
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work well in a team setting
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
Public speaking and presentation skills
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires either a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college OR a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant job experience. Knowledge of current communications and marketing tactics and commercial fishing is preferred.