Coordinator, Marketing & Communication

Summary

Join the German American Chamber of Commerce® of the Midwest (GACC Midwest/AHK USA-Chicago) as their Coordinator, Marketing & Communication! This role supports public relations and marketing initiatives, strengthening brand awareness and engagement. You will contribute to content creation, event promotion, and strategic communications, working closely with all departments. The position requires a blend of analytical thinking and creativity to drive engagement and enhance communication, supporting sales initiatives. Responsibilities include executing marketing strategies, creating engaging content, managing social media, assisting with media outreach, collaborating on campaigns, managing the website and publications, and conducting market research. The ideal candidate possesses a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 1-3 years of relevant experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and excellent English and German language proficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in marketing, communications, content creation, or a related area
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Excellent English and excellent German language skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of B2B marketing concepts and digital marketing best practices
• Experience in content creation, public relations, and social media management
• Analytical mindset with the ability to optimize marketing strategies
• Collaborative team player in a dynamic work environment
• Customer-focused approach with strong communication skills
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and deadlines
• Limited travel required for projects and events

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing marketing and PR strategies across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, YouTube, website, publications, etc.)
• Create engaging and visually appealing content for social media, for GACC Midwest’s events, services, and initiatives
• Support GACC Midwest’s social media activities by managing posts, engaging with followers, and building online community interaction
• Assist with media outreach, PR initiatives, and brand representation
• Collaborate across departments to support promotional campaigns and marketing efforts
• Manage GACC Midwest’s website, English and German version
• Manage the development and publication of GACC Midwest’s annual signature publication “Midwest Report” including revenue generating e.g. selling advertisements, sponsorships
• Manage newsletters, email marketing campaigns, and customer engagement initiatives
• Monitor and report on media campaign performance, including website updates and SEO
• Assist in event marketing, sponsorship coordination, and advertisement sales
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for growth
• Edit and manage multimedia content, including videos, images, and reels
• Support events through photography, video, and live social media coverage
• Maintain clear communication on project timelines and optimize workflows as needed
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for growth

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with event marketing, sponsorships, and business development is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, as well as Canva, WordPress
• Basic knowledge of website and social media analytics

Benefits

• Competitive vacation policy, starting with 20 days, increasing with seniority up to 30 days
• 14 paid holidays including Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, plus additional days around Thanksgiving and Year End
• Health insurance with multiple plan options and networks (BlueCross / BlueShield HMO, PPO, HSA) & Guardian dental and vision
• 401(k) matching with a competitive, discretionary employer contribution
• Company-paid Life Insurance + AD&D/additional voluntary life + AD&D (also for spouse and children)
• Wellness incentives: access to fitness center and complementary yoga classes
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• FSA Health Care and dependent care
• FSA commuter (transit and/or parking)
• Goal oriented bonus plan
• Plus: Work from Home Policy, Flex-Time Policy
• We offer German classes in collaboration with the Goethe Institute