Events & Marketing Assistant
Summary
The Events & Marketing Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and execution of events and marketing initiatives that promote the organization’s brand, services, and community engagement. This role assists with event logistics, social media content, promotional materials, vendor coordination, and administrative tasks to ensure successful marketing campaigns and memorable events.
Key Responsibilities Event Coordination
- Assist in planning and executing company events, meetings, tournaments, member activities, and promotional campaigns
- Coordinate event logistics including scheduling, registrations, setup, signage, décor, and vendor communication
- Help manage event timelines, guest lists, and follow-up communications
- Support on-site event operations to ensure smooth execution
- Independently plans and manages club events
- Negotiates vendors
- Creates communications strategy
- Makes operational decisions without close supervision
- Controls budgets
Marketing Support
- Assist with creating and scheduling social media content, email campaigns, and promotional materials
- Update website content, event calendars, and marketing databases
- Coordinate photography, graphics, and branded materials for events and campaigns
- Help maintain brand consistency across all marketing channels
- Monitor engagement metrics and prepare basic marketing reports
Administrative Duties
- Answer inquiries related to events and marketing initiatives
- Maintain organized files,contracts, and marketing assets
- Assist with data entry, inventory management, and office support tasks
- Collaborate with internal departments and external partners as needed
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, Event Management, or related field preferred
- 1–2 years of experience in marketing, events, hospitality, or administrative support preferred
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office,Canva, social media platforms, and email marketing tools
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends for events when needed
- Detail-oriented with a positive, team-focused attitude
Preferred Skills
- Basic graphic design or photography skills
- Familiarity with social media analytics and digital marketing trends
- Customer service or hospitality background
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move event materials up to 25 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events
Founded in 1907, Cherokee Country Club is one of Tennessee’s premier recreational and social clubs and a valued asset to the Knoxville community.
We aspire to provide an outstanding family club experience where warm hospitality and a broad selection of high quality, year-round social and recreational activities generate a culture of community among our member families. We celebrate our history and traditions while responding to the ever-changing desires of our members.
Salary
$40000.00 - $50000.00 per year
Benefits
Bonus pay, Other, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k), 401(k) matching, Referral program, Paid training, Other
Job Type
Full time
Schedule
8 hour shift, Weekend availability, Monday to Friday, Holidays, Day shift, Other