Marketing Associate

The Marketing Associate at Saphire Event Group helps grow brand awareness across its venue portfolio through campaign execution, content creation, and lead-driving activities. Based in Walpole, MA (onsite), this full-time role supports marketing across digital channels, local promotions, community engagement, and client communications.

Working in a shared office within a fast-paced, collaborative, creativity-driven team, you will contribute to marketing reporting, vendor and partner collaboration, and ongoing website and social optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and executing marketing and advertising campaigns across digital and local media.
• Support photo shoots, tastings, open houses, and marketing events.
• Keep website content and imagery current and optimized.
• Manage vendor relationships to obtain photos, approvals, and collaborative content.
• Maintain and organize Saphire Event Group’s digital asset library in Canto.
• Create monthly and quarterly social media and marketing performance reports.
• Track campaign effectiveness and share insights to improve future efforts.
• Assist with competitive research and trend analysis.
• Research and identify new marketing partners, influencers, and vendor collaborations.
• Engage with vendors and industry partners across social platforms to strengthen relationships.
• Explore opportunities for SEG participation in community events, fundraisers, and local initiatives.
• Support internal communications, including quarterly newsletters and company-wide e-blasts.
• Assist with the Client Gift Program including tracking, ordering supplies, printing notes, shipping, and survey follow-up.
• Represent SEG professionally and positively with clients, employees, and vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, CMS platforms, and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital trends.
• Excellent copywriting and creative storytelling skills.
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple projects at once.
• Passion for weddings, events, and hospitality.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and confident.
• Basic knowledge of SEO, keyword research, and Google Analytics.
• Photography, video editing, or drone footage experience is a plus.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office, Canva, CMS platforms
• Adobe Creative Cloud, Photoshop, InDesign
• Canto
• SEO, Google Analytics

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods and lift up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to type at least 60 WPM.
• Travel to all SEG venues required, with some evenings and weekends as needed.

Hours

• Full-time position with minimum 40 hours per week.
• Nights and weekends as needed for events or content capture.

Communication & Language Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to craft persuasive, engaging marketing copy.
• Comfortable networking with vendors and industry partners.

Salary: USD 23 - 26 per hourly.