Communications & Marketing Analyst, Senior (Commun
PRSA Puget Sound Awards, Tacoma, WA, United States
Communications & Marketing Analyst, Senior (Community Engagement focus)
City of Tacoma – Tacoma Venues & Events
Job Posting Mar. 2, 2026
Tacoma Venues & Events connects culture and commerce to build vitality across our city.
We bring people together through experiences that inspire, entertain, and celebrate Tacoma’s unique spirit. Guided by our commitment to
Safety First , we take responsibility for creating welcoming, secure environments across every venue, street, and stage we touch. Through
Legendary Experiences , we go beyond expectations to make every moment matter. As
One Team – One Crew , we champion integrity, collaboration, and shared success. We
Collaborate & Innovate
with partners to transform possibilities into realities, driving results with creativity and adaptability. And at our core, we believe in
Access & Belonging for All —creating spaces that welcome everyone and reflect the heart of Tacoma.
Do you thrive on tackling complex communication challenges and shaping impactful narratives? Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving organizational goals through effective communication? Do you have a passion for helping to shape and grow your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Tacoma Venues & Events is looking for someone to join our team as a
Communications & Marketing Analyst, Senior
(Community Engagement focus). In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communications, marketing, and engagement strategies that advance Tacoma Venues & Events’ vision to connect commerce and culture.
This position serves as a strategic communicator, storyteller, liaison, and program manager, leveraging TVE’s unique assets, venues, and partnerships to strengthen community relationships and enhance public. Representing TVE at civic, cultural, and business events, the Senior Communications & Marketing Analyst oversees a range of high-profile initiatives including public information, community engagement programs, and stakeholder communications associated with TVE’s long‑term goals including a new master planning project in development. Through intentional outreach, creative marketing, and strong project management, this position contributes to TVE’s role as a civic, cultural, and economic driver for Tacoma and the region. Attendance at events and community functions, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required; infrequent industry-related travel may also be necessary.
Key Responsibilities Media and Communications : Under the guidance of the Marketing Director, publicize engagement programs, lead and facilitate stakeholder engagement, write and distribute press releases, conduct community outreach, create content with partners, and produce SkillShops seminars. Serve as liaison to media and public information outlets; write, edit, and publish background materials and talking points; coordinate and create digital media content; and occasionally serve as spokesperson as assigned.
Partnerships and Project Management : Coordinate the development and implementation of engagement and outreach strategies, cultivating and maintaining relationships with community organizations, schools, non‑profits, internal departments and various other external entities. Plan, manage, and execute public events and community initiatives; oversee logistics, vendor coordination, and on‑site activation to support department objectives and enhance community relationships. Execute community informational campaigns including creating and presenting visual aids and informational materials. Work with vendors to ensure consistency with branding campaigns.
Education : Lead TVE’s high‑school and college educational engagement initiatives to introduce students to the events and venues industry; plan volunteer and community programs; organize advanced learning opportunities for student interns; partner with higher learning institutions on special projects; organize and execute SkillShops virtual capacity‑building seminars and in‑person events; including seminar facilitation and identifying and retaining content providers.
City Access : Support the City permitting process for community events and film productions using the City’s right of way, public ways, parks, and plazas. Support the City’s Events and Recognitions Committee department liaison for committee operations and programming execution. Support TVE’s access, opportunity, and belonging initiatives, staff goodwill and participation in community, and other internal communications.
Qualifications Minimum Education* • Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or a directly related field
Minimum Experience* • 4 years of public information, community engagement/outreach and/or marketing experience
* Closely related experience may substitute for education on a year‑for‑year basis, if necessary, to satisfy the minimum qualifications of this classification.
Contact Us: info@prsapugetsound.org
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Job Posting Mar. 2, 2026
Tacoma Venues & Events connects culture and commerce to build vitality across our city.
We bring people together through experiences that inspire, entertain, and celebrate Tacoma’s unique spirit. Guided by our commitment to
Safety First , we take responsibility for creating welcoming, secure environments across every venue, street, and stage we touch. Through
Legendary Experiences , we go beyond expectations to make every moment matter. As
One Team – One Crew , we champion integrity, collaboration, and shared success. We
Collaborate & Innovate
with partners to transform possibilities into realities, driving results with creativity and adaptability. And at our core, we believe in
Access & Belonging for All —creating spaces that welcome everyone and reflect the heart of Tacoma.
Do you thrive on tackling complex communication challenges and shaping impactful narratives? Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving organizational goals through effective communication? Do you have a passion for helping to shape and grow your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Tacoma Venues & Events is looking for someone to join our team as a
Communications & Marketing Analyst, Senior
(Community Engagement focus). In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communications, marketing, and engagement strategies that advance Tacoma Venues & Events’ vision to connect commerce and culture.
This position serves as a strategic communicator, storyteller, liaison, and program manager, leveraging TVE’s unique assets, venues, and partnerships to strengthen community relationships and enhance public. Representing TVE at civic, cultural, and business events, the Senior Communications & Marketing Analyst oversees a range of high-profile initiatives including public information, community engagement programs, and stakeholder communications associated with TVE’s long‑term goals including a new master planning project in development. Through intentional outreach, creative marketing, and strong project management, this position contributes to TVE’s role as a civic, cultural, and economic driver for Tacoma and the region. Attendance at events and community functions, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required; infrequent industry-related travel may also be necessary.
Key Responsibilities Media and Communications : Under the guidance of the Marketing Director, publicize engagement programs, lead and facilitate stakeholder engagement, write and distribute press releases, conduct community outreach, create content with partners, and produce SkillShops seminars. Serve as liaison to media and public information outlets; write, edit, and publish background materials and talking points; coordinate and create digital media content; and occasionally serve as spokesperson as assigned.
Partnerships and Project Management : Coordinate the development and implementation of engagement and outreach strategies, cultivating and maintaining relationships with community organizations, schools, non‑profits, internal departments and various other external entities. Plan, manage, and execute public events and community initiatives; oversee logistics, vendor coordination, and on‑site activation to support department objectives and enhance community relationships. Execute community informational campaigns including creating and presenting visual aids and informational materials. Work with vendors to ensure consistency with branding campaigns.
Education : Lead TVE’s high‑school and college educational engagement initiatives to introduce students to the events and venues industry; plan volunteer and community programs; organize advanced learning opportunities for student interns; partner with higher learning institutions on special projects; organize and execute SkillShops virtual capacity‑building seminars and in‑person events; including seminar facilitation and identifying and retaining content providers.
City Access : Support the City permitting process for community events and film productions using the City’s right of way, public ways, parks, and plazas. Support the City’s Events and Recognitions Committee department liaison for committee operations and programming execution. Support TVE’s access, opportunity, and belonging initiatives, staff goodwill and participation in community, and other internal communications.
Qualifications Minimum Education* • Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or a directly related field
Minimum Experience* • 4 years of public information, community engagement/outreach and/or marketing experience
* Closely related experience may substitute for education on a year‑for‑year basis, if necessary, to satisfy the minimum qualifications of this classification.
Contact Us: info@prsapugetsound.org
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