Marketing Assistant

VJS Construction Services, one of Wisconsin’s largest general contractors/construction managers/design builders, is seeking a motivated individual to become an integral part of our Marketing Team. This role requires an organized individual with demonstrated communication skills and desktop publishing experience to support the firm’s marketing efforts. The candidate must be able to thrive in a deadline-oriented setting with multiple demands on their time in a team environment. The ideal candidate in this role must be able to work well with minimum supervision.  This position reports to the Vice President of Marketing and will work closely with the VJS Marketing Manager and Communications Manager to coordinate marketing activities.

• Assist with graphic design, proposals and presentations
• Backup for website, eblasts, social media
• Update corporate resumes, marketing collateral materials, marketing project profile sheets, and other supporting materials,
• Maintain marketing files and assist in creating marketing collateral pieces
• Order corporate branded apparel
• Coordinate events such as company meetings, employee picnic, and holiday parties, assist with client events as well as set up registration and travel for marketing tradeshows and school career fairs.  Coordination of corporate sponsored event tables and donation/auction items
• Staff meeting coordination, UPAF and United Way campaign coordination, and Wellness Committee event coordination
• Photography assistance at groundbreakings, grand openings, etc.
• Corporate ticket management for professional sports teams (i.e., basketball, football, baseball)
• Maintain Client Relationship Management Program (Cosential)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications or Related Field
• Experience Required: 0 – 2 years
• Experience in the Built Environment a Plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, WordPress a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Familiar with various social media platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.Ability to work independentlyStrong organizational skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute multiple tasks
• Deadline-oriented
• Willingness to take on a variety of tasks that support VJS’ corporate goals

VJS Construction Services is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and vision insurance, dental HRA, paid vacation, sick time and holidays.  We also offer short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), FSA, 401(k) and discretionary bonuses and discretionary profit sharing.  We also offer health club reimbursements and free snacks and beverages.