Marketing Assistant

The Marketing Assistant position at Cross Insurance is an entry-level role supporting the marketing team through campaign coordination, content and asset preparation, and day-to-day administrative and project needs. This onsite opportunity in Bangor, ME is designed for someone who wants hands-on experience across marketing operations, communications, events, sponsorship support, and brand materials.

Role Overview

The Marketing Assistant provides structured support to ensure marketing activities are organized, materials are prepared accurately, and key schedules and contact lists remain current. The role includes coordination with internal departments, vendors, community partners, and external contacts, along with assistance for routine digital marketing tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the marketing team with campaign coordination, project tracking, and general administrative tasks.
• Support the preparation, proofreading, and organization of marketing materials including presentations, flyers, email content, social media posts, and sponsorship assets.
• Maintain marketing calendars, timelines, contact lists, media lists, and promotional schedules.
• Coordinate requests with internal departments, vendors, community partners, and external contacts as needed.
• Help prepare for events, including materials, signage, giveaways, registration lists, and follow-up communications.
• Track basic campaign details, collect results, organize files, and assist with simple reports or recaps.
• Maintain organized digital and physical marketing files, including templates, photos, logos, and brand materials.
• Monitor marketing inboxes, respond to routine requests, and route questions to the appropriate team member.
• Provide support for website updates, social media scheduling, email marketing, and other digital marketing tasks as assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed to support marketing, business development, sponsorship, and communications initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn new systems, marketing tools, and processes quickly.
• Professional, positive, team-oriented attitude with willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with team members and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, public relations, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of related experience, internship experience, volunteer experience, or coursework in marketing, communications, events, or administration.

Tools and Technologies

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X
• Canva
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Email marketing platforms
• Customer relationship management (CRM) tools
• Content management systems (CMS)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or X.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, email marketing platforms, CRM tools, or content management systems.
• Interest in community outreach, sponsorship support, events, advertising, or brand storytelling.
• Basic understanding of marketing metrics, audience engagement, and campaign reporting.

Location and Work Setting

Bangor, ME (onsite).