Online Marketing Associate

Company Description Arlen Music Productions, founded by Ken Arlen, is a Chicago-based national entertainment company specializing in live music for special events. The company offers a range of dance bands, including Evolution Orchestra, Indigo, Front of House, Entourage, Velocity, and Skyline, along with exclusive musical experiences and small group options. The team at Arlen Music brings together professionals with diverse backgrounds in music and performing arts to deliver well-managed, detail-oriented high level events. With a focus on expertise, enthusiasm, and personalized service, Arlen Music Productions partners with clients to elevate celebrations of all types with a focus on weddings and corporate events.

Role Description The Online Marketing Associate is a part-time, on-site and remote hybrid role based in Evanston, IL. This role is responsible for supporting the company’s digital presence by managing social media channels, assisting with email campaigns and coordinating with event photographers. The associate will help create and post engaging content that showcases Arlen Music’s bands and events, track basic performance metrics, and coordinate digital assets such as photos, videos, and event materials. Day-to-day tasks include collaborating with the internal team on marketing initiatives, maintaining brand consistency across all digital platforms by following up with requests, messages, posts, and contributing ideas to increase audience engagement and inquiries.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Communication skills, including clear writing, professional email etiquette, and the ability to collaborate with team members and clients.Candidates should possess Social Media Marketing skills, such as content creation, posting, and basic analytics across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedIn.Candidates should possess Marketing and Online Marketing skills, including understanding of branding, target audiences, and campaign support for events and services.Candidates should possess Digital Marketing skills, including familiarity with email marketing tools (Canva, Constant Contact), website updates, and simple performance tracking.Additional beneficial qualifications include attention to detail, strong organizational skills, interest in music or live events, and comfort working in a fast-paced, creative environment.Experience with graphic design or video editing tools, and prior internship or work experience in marketing or communications, is a plus.Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is preferred but not required.