Marketing and Outreach Specialist
The Marketing and Outreach Specialist is responsible for planning and executing event-based marketing campaigns and community programs to enhance brand presence. This role involves managing social media, coordinating events, conducting market research, and collaborating with sales and other teams, with occasional local travel to support outreach efforts.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, PR, Advertising & Marketing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
The Marketing and Outreach Specialist will support event-based outreach and community program campaigns for a confidential client in Hartford, CT. This entry-level role blends independent project work with cross-team collaboration and occasional local travel to coordinate events and grow community engagement. Ideal candidates are organized, proactive, and excited to develop marketing skills in a PR/advertising environment.
What you’ll do
- Plan and manage marketing and outreach campaigns focused on events and community programs in the Hartford area
- Coordinate logistics for outreach events, including vendor liaison, on-site setup, and volunteer/staff scheduling
- Manage social media channels to promote events, drive attendance, and amplify community initiatives
- Conduct market and audience research to identify outreach opportunities and measure campaign impact
- Engage local community organizations, partners, and stakeholders to build participation and brand awareness
- Collaborate with sales and internal teams periodically to align messaging and goals
- Travel locally as needed to support event execution and on-the-ground outreach
Preferred qualifications
- Entry-level experience in marketing, outreach, community engagement, or event coordination
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred
- Familiarity with content strategy, social media management, and event planning
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good project-management and organizational abilities
- Comfortable with occasional local travel in the Hartford, CT area
Work location & hours
- On-site in Hartford, CT with occasional local travel to outreach events and programs
- Full-time position (hours and schedule to be confirmed by the confidential client)
Compensation (transparent note)
- Estimated pay (source estimate): $53,674 per year. Final compensation and benefits will be set by the confidential client and discussed during the hiring process.
Why join
- Hands-on opportunity to execute community-facing marketing campaigns and events
- Learn across channels — social, events, and partnership outreach — in a PR/marketing setting
- Strong path for skill development and potential leadership growth within the organization
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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