Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Godfrey & Kahn, SC

Our firm believes all employees are an essential part of the success story. We employ outstanding individuals from business professionals to administrative staff, all of whom assist our lawyers in delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Our culture emphasizes teamwork, integrity and mutual respect, and provides our people with early and unique opportunities for career development. We are committed to improving the quality and diversity of the communities where we live and work. We work hard, we play hard.

http://www.gklaw.com/GodfreyKahn.htm

Position Details

Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Job
Full-time
3/5/2018
Southeast Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI

The Marketing & Communications Coordinator is responsible for handling various marketing initiatives in order to promote the firm and its people in a positive and professional manner. This person will be a strong writer, responsible for creating copy for various announcements, brochures and advertisements. Additionally, he or she will provide support to other members of the marketing team with web site, graphic design, digital marketing projects, and certain events. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast paced, highly professional environment and able to manage multiple projects at one time.

  • Oversee the firm’s sponsorship program, handling all sponsorship logistics and promoting our involvement to the community as necessary.
  • Develop copy for and design comprehensive communication pieces that support our brand and our business strategy.
  • Work across offices to identify and respond to various public relations and media opportunities (e.g., pitching article ideas to reporters, responding to media inquiries and seeking speaking and writing opportunities).
  • Monitor market trends, editorial calendars and other opportunities for public relations program enhancement and disseminate opportunities throughout the firm.
  • Write and distribute firm press releases, media alerts and talking points.
  • Maintain and update company public relations contacts and media databases. 
  • Assist the Marketing Technology Manager with social media initiatives.
  • Write and submit nominations for honors and recognition programs. 
  • Track public relations and communication efforts and prepare quarterly summaries.
  • Assist with client events as needed.
  • Other tasks as assigned.
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, journalism, communications or related field.
  • A minimum of one to three years post-college public relations or communications experience, design agency experience a plus.
  • Proficient in graphic design programs (Adobe creative suite – InDesign and/or Illustrator and Photoshop)
  • Social media knowledge and experience
  • Advanced MS Office experience 

Skill Requirements:

  • Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
  • Exceptional project management skills.
  • Able to take initiative and work independently.

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