Marketing Coordinator

• Job Description:

• General Summary:

• The Marketing Coordinator coordinates projects and initiatives that proactively promote Ghafari's image and growth in the global marketplace.

• Essential Job Functions:

• + Support Ghafari's business development efforts by: + Collaborating with business development team leaders to strategize, coordinate, and produce proposals, presentation decks, and qualifications packages + Composing, editing, proofreading, formatting, and producing marketing / sales collateral + Interfacing with management and technical teams to generate compelling marketing materials that communicate the company's value proposition + Facilitating presentation preparation and rehearsals + Conducting market intelligence and research + Responding to various writing, editing, and image requests.

+ Support public relations initiatives by: + Developing, drafting, and distributing press releases and media pitches + Interfacing with the media and coordinating with editorial staff from industry publications + Identifying prospective speaking engagements for in-house subject matter experts + Identifying opportunities to promote the firm's work and thought leadership and proactively monitoring industry publication editorial calendars. + Generate content ideas and write copy for web communications, including corporate website, social media, and internal SharePoint newsfeed. + Coordinate events such as trade shows, conferences, in-office receptions, and educational symposiums. + Research, proactively track, write, and assemble industry award submissions. + Champion the Ghafari brand, ensuring all marketing and promotional materials follow corporate brand standards. + Maintain and organize marketing databases and folders. + Regularly meet with designated members of Ghafari's project management team to track progress of ongoing projects and identify opportunities to market major milestones. + Collect and maintain project data in Vantagepoint. + Assist in developing visual assets and coordinate professional photography of projects and office environment. + Assist in promoting a proactive sales and marketing culture throughout the organization. + Perform related duties as assigned.

• Employment Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, business, journalism, or related field

• Experience:

• + Minimum of 3 years of experience in a marketing / communications role + Architecture / Engineering / Construction industry experience strongly preferred

• Skills/Competencies:

• + Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills + Excellent business writing and grammar skills, as well as strong editing and proofreading skills + Ability to work well both independently and cooperatively with team members inside and outside of the marketing team + Energetic team player who can work comfortably with people of diverse skills, experience levels, and perspectives, including senior management + Excellent multi-tasking, time management, and organizational skills + Ability to work on multiple assignments / deadlines simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy Computer literacy for all major business programs and email systems; proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required, knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs required, knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint preferred, experience with OpenAsset a plus Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education.

As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/) , Crain's Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool) , and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects) . Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari's global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? ! _Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:_ _Connect to our job portal_ _(https://ghafari.jobs)_ _By fax at 313.436.8624;

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Human Resources_ _By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126;

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Human Resources_ _In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126._ _By email at hr@ghafari.com_ _If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance._ _It is Ghafari Associates, LLC's policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance._