Coordinator, Marketing & Communication Job at GACC Midwest - German American Cha

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Who Are We?

The continuing mission of the German American Chamber of Commerce® of the Midwest (GACC Midwest/AHK USA-Chicago), a 501(c)(6) organization headquartered in Chicago with a branch office in Michigan, is to promote and assist in the expansion of bilateral trade and investment between Germany and the Midwestern region of the United States. Our organization combines elements of a trade commission, a membership association, and a professional consultancy – a unique concept in international trade promotion. Read more about our organization at www.gaccmidwest.org.

Position Summary

The Coordinator, Marketing & Communication supports public relations and marketing initiatives for GACC Midwest, helping to strengthen brand awareness and engagement across target audiences. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented and creative marketing professional eager to contribute to content creation, event promotion, and strategic communications. The position reports to the Director of Marketing & Events, works closely with all departments to execute marketing campaigns, manage social media engagement, assist with brand messaging for events, services, and all initiatives of GACC Midwest, and supports sales initiatives such as advertisements and sponsorships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing marketing and PR strategies across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, YouTube, website, publications, etc.).
• Assist with media outreach, PR initiatives, and brand representation.
• Collaborate across departments to support promotional campaigns and marketing efforts.
• Create engaging and visually appealing content for social media, GACC Midwest’s events, services, and initiatives.
• Manage social media activities by creating posts, engaging with followers, and building online community interaction.
• Support newsletters and email marketing campaigns by drafting, editing, and scheduling content.
• Manage the GACC Midwest website – upkeep and edits as needed in English and German versions.
• Edit and manage multimedia content, including videos, images, and reels.
• Support the development and publication of the annual signature publication “Midwest Report,” including revenue generation through advertisements and sponsorships.
• Monitor and report on media campaign performance, including website/SEO and social media traffic.
• Assist in event marketing, sponsorship coordination, and advertisement sales.
• Provide event coverage through photography, video, and live social media coverage.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Maintain clear communication on project timelines and optimize workflows as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (demonstrated success & experience in desired field accepted in lieu of a degree).
• 1–3 years of experience in marketing, communications, content creation, or a related area.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Excellent English (required), both written and verbal.
• German language skills a strong plus.
• Understanding of B2B marketing concepts and digital marketing best practices.
• Experience in content creation, public relations, and social media management.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to optimize marketing strategies.
• Collaborative team player in a dynamic work environment.
• Familiarity with event marketing, sponsorships, and business development is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Canva, WordPress.
• Knowledge of website and social media analytics.
• Customer‑focused approach with strong communication skills.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and deadlines.
• Limited travel required for projects and events.

Why GACC Midwest?

• Team spirit instead of rigid hierarchies.
• Competitive vacation policy, starting at 20 days, increasing with seniority up to 30 days.
• 14 paid holidays including Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, and additional days around Thanksgiving and year‑end.
• Health insurance with multiple plan options and networks (BlueCross / BlueShield HMO, PPO, HSA) and Guardian dental and vision.
• 401(k) matching with a competitive, discretionary employer contribution.
• Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, and additional voluntary life insurance (also for spouse and children).
• Wellness incentives: access to fitness center and complimentary yoga classes.
• Paid parental leave.
• Company‑paid long‑term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Commuter (transit and/or parking) FSA.
• Goal‑oriented bonus plan.
• Work from home and flex‑time policy.
• German language classes in collaboration with the Goethe Institute.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing and Sales

Industries

International Trade and Development

We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. GACC Midwest is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Potential employees are subject to background checks.

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