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Marketing Strategist - Bryce Jordan Center

Pennsylvania State University

State College, PA
Full Time
Mid Level
62k-90k
3 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Bryce Jordan Center at Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Marketing Strategist responsible for driving audience engagement and ticket sales through targeted campaign execution, content creation, and market research. The role involves leveraging digital tools and data to inform marketing strategies, measure results, and enhance campaign effectiveness, playing a central part in the venue's event marketing efforts. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a prominent university venue environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement event-specific marketing strategies across digital and traditional platforms, working closely with the Director of Marketing.
  • Execute paid and organic social media campaigns using Meta Ads Manager and similar tools, optimizing reach and ROI.
  • Analyze campaign data using platforms like TM1 and similar tools to refine audience targeting and creative direction.
  • Monitor and report on campaign performance across social media, email, and web, and make real-time recommendations for improvement.
  • Ensure all campaigns align with brand standards, accessibility requirements, and contractual/promotional obligations.
  • Create engaging digital content (posts, graphics, short-form videos) to promote events and support brand positioning.
  • Adapt content for distribution across various platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Meta, X (Twitter), web, email, and signage.
  • Capture and edit photo/video content at events and venue activations as needed.
  • Develop content that reflects community storytelling and enhances fan connection to the BJC brand.
  • Support content marketing initiatives, including concepting, copywriting, and editing.
  • Use internal and external research tools to understand audience behaviors and market trends.
  • Apply research findings to shape marketing strategies and optimize campaign impact.
  • Monitor emerging digital platforms and industry trends to recommend new tactics or tools.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align marketing strategies.
  • Co-supervise and mentor marketing interns, managing assignments and providing feedback.
  • Support community-facing promotional opportunities, media coordination, and event-week marketing operations.
  • Maintain timelines and deliverables for marketing campaigns, coordinating with vendors and partners.

Requirements

  • A degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in digital marketing, event marketing, or content creation, preferably in a venue or live event setting.
  • Proficiency in Meta Ads Manager, Canva, and email marketing tools.
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Employment authorization to work in the U.S. and successful completion of background checks in accordance with university policies.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with TM1 or similar analytics platforms.
  • Experience in live event marketing or venue promotion.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in relevant fields.
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in digital or event marketing.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary range of $61,800.00 - $89,600.00.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Robust retirement plans.
  • Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 14, 2025
Job CategoryMarketing
Salary62k-90k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

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