Visit Marietta - Marketing and Public Relations Manager
Marietta, GA
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
This is not a City of Marietta Job
Status: Open Until June 29, 2026
To Apply:
Submit your cover letter, resume and two work samples (blog content, social media posts, press releases, designs, etc.) to [email protected] In the subject line, write Visit Marietta and your favorite brand. (Example: Visit Marietta – Delta).
If you do not have internet access or require accommodations because of a disability, please contact the Marietta Welcome Center at 770-429-1115.
Apply early – candidates who apply earlier have a better chance of being selected for an interview. Position will be offered as soon as a suitable candidate is identified
Summary
The Marketing and Public Relations Manager implements marketing and public relations initiatives and programs for Visit Marietta. This position will be responsible for managing the Visit Marietta GA brand across multiple community channels. The position will work to support the Executive Director with all aspects of marketing and will maintain relationships with industry agencies, travel publications and tourism partners.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Marketing and PR:
- Manage and increase social media presence and report analytics
- Generate, edit, publish and share engaging content daily
- Collaborate with staff and advertising agencies in design and creation of
- collateral and creative materials such as social media, digital and print ads
- Support website maintenance by ensuring appropriate and time sensitive
- information is compiled and updated on website
- Develop, research and write blog and sponsored content monthly
- Work with the Executive Director, partners, and vendors to develop, write, edit
- and deploy a monthly e-newsletter
- Represent Visit Marietta professionally and responsibly while developing
- relationships with community and industry partners
- Maintain online calendar of local tourism-related events
- Communicates with hospitality partners on media opportunities, coverage
- received and assists with any public relations efforts
- Assist in the production of Taste of Marietta, which involves:
- Working with restaurant vendors, exhibitors, publicity, sponsors, children’s activities, entertainment, logistics, site layout, volunteers, and budget
- generating, editing, and publishing Taste of Marietta content on social media platforms
- Pitching and securing media coverage for Taste of Marietta
- Assisting planning committee with any other assigned duties
- Assist in the production of Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour, which involves:
- Serving as a Marketing Chair on Pilgrimage Committee
- Pitching and securing media coverage for Marietta Pilgrimage
- Assisting planning committee with any other assigned duties
Administrative
- Provide information regarding community events and activities to both walk-in guests and potential visitors
- Maintain a well-informed working knowledge of attractions, accommodations and services available in the area to visitors
- Assist with copywriting and proofread materials for other departments as needed
- Other duties as assigned including special projects, marketing and generalsupport to the Executive Director
Requirements:
Skills
- Competent in Microsoft Office and Outlook communications environment
- Understanding of MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other common programs
- Graphic design experience (ex. Canva)
- Proven work experience managing social media platforms
- Hands-on experience in content management
- Familiarity of WordPress and Google Analytics and reporting data
- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
- Self-starter with strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Professional and customer service oriented
Background
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, communications or related field required
- A minimum of 3 years of marketing experience required, preferably at a CVB/DMO or hospitality-related organization
Work Schedule
- This position is generally scheduled Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm.
- Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support special events, grand openings, community activations, and other organizational needs.
- Remote work may be permitted based on business needs and with supervisor approval
- Occasional overnight travel
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list); race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Additional Information for Applicants
Information on publicly posted social media accounts may be reviewed as part of the screening process. Applicants who are not selected for interviews will not receive notifications. Applicant selected for hire may be subject to a background check, including a criminal history record check.
This position does not offer a traditional employer-sponsored benefits package. However, employees may be eligible to receive a monthly health benefits reimbursement stipend.
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