Brand & Event Marketing Coordinator

Job Description

Are you looking to joining a team of go-getters dedicated to serving and uplifting the community through basketball? Join Detroit Pistons team and our mission to empower!

As the Brand Coordinator you support the Brand Strategy team with involvement in brand-extensions including Merchandising, Events, Game Presentation, Social Media and Influencer Marketing which will all benefit from your ability to provide day-to-day support of amplifying the brand.

We are seeking a team member with a positive, upbeat demeanor that can connect with a diverse population, and we are excited to meet you!

Role Responsibilities:
• Assist with the execution of department-specific strategy pillars that tie back to the overarching brand narrative
• Works collaboratively to ensure cohesion and alliance of all activities that touch the fan across various departments, including Revenue, Marketing, Production, Social Media, PR, Community & Social Responsibility etc.
• Handle creative requests and budget tracking for Brand Strategy department
• Partner with Manager, Brand Marketing & Events to complete all phases of experiences and events – beginning with pre-event ideation and planning through post event/initiative summaries and surveys
• Assist with planning and execution of all big brand initiatives within the organization inclusive of monthly initiatives and theme nights
• Assist Manager, Brand Marketing and Manager, Retail Marketing with key partner executions by handling travel, accommodations, contracts, talent gifting, and event credentials
• Participate in team meetings and creative brainstorms around internal processes, client trends or needs, deliverables, or general matters specific to brand growth and development
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by Manager, Brand Marketing

What we're looking for:
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in Marketing, Communications and/or Events
• High-energy, results driven marketer who is a self-starter that can work across functional matrix team
• Highly organized and meticulous with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing and able to work extended hours, including games and events on nights and weekends
• Passionate about brand storytelling and brand building
• Outstanding professionalism and polish in demeanor
• Naturally curious and stays apprised of cultural trends, local trends, industry trends, and new brand-building methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g43y4y-18-216-251-190-42 in your application.