Marketing Associate

We're seeking a marketing associate to round out a team of talented, driven, and creative individuals committed to telling the story of Philadelphia’s Waterfront. The Communications and Marketing Intern is an integral part of how we achieve our collective goals in advertising, marketing, digital communications, and public relations, and within the broader context of the organization’s communications plan. They will work closely with the Content Specialist and the Marketing Specialist.

Punctuality and a high level of professionalism in all aspects are required. Candidates must be 17 or older to apply. Days, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required as necessary. Actual work hours can vary.

DRWC is an inclusive organization that values and promotes diversity in all aspects of its operations. The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, gender, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

• Assist the Content Specialist in crafting creative content (e.g. social media copy, reels, TikToks, IG Stories, memes etc.)
• Respond to social media customer service inquiries and assist in community building online (e.g. direct messages, comments on posts, replying to tags etc.)
• Attend priority programming events and capture content (photo, video, quotes) for use on social media and other digital storytelling platforms
• Assist the Marketing Specialist to write copy for other marketing and promotional materials as needed (e.g. printed collateral, newsletters, signage)
• Assist in data collection for recap reports
• Assist with social media influencer outreach and list curation
• Collaborate with the Marketing Specialist on fulfillment needs, and prepare giveaway items, invite lists, and materials for assorted events
• Research new and exciting social media trends, non-traditional storytelling tactics and techniques, and promotional ideas
• Staying up to date on what’s happening in, and around, Philadelphia region to help shape promotional and/or content strategies
• Attend and participate in weekly department meetings to gain knowledge about promotional events, experiences, and development projects
• Submit priority events and activations to local blogs and event calendars
• Represent DRWC at marketing tables at external events as needed
• Coordinate grassroots marketing initiatives
• Additional tasks as assigned