Digital Marketing & Events Coordinator

About the Role

Pittsburgh Magazine is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Digital Marketing & Events Coordinator to join our team. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience across digital marketing, live events, and multimedia.

In this role, you’ll support the planning and execution of high-profile events while also contributing to digital marketing initiatives that grow our audience and engage our community. You’ll work closely with editorial, sales, and marketing teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Events Coordination
• Assist in planning and executing 20+ annual events, from concept to post-event follow-up
• Coordinate event logistics including vendors, venues, timelines, and materials
• Manage guest lists, registrations, and event communications
• Support on-site event execution including setup, registration, and breakdown
• Help create event materials such as signage, presentations, and promotional items
• Communicate with sponsors, partners, and vendors to ensure seamless execution
• Track event budgets and assist with post-event reporting

Digital Marketing
• Support email marketing efforts including newsletters, promotional campaigns, and audience growth
• Assist with website updates, event pages, and digital content publishing
• Collaborate on social media and digital campaigns to promote events and brand initiatives
• Help export performance metrics (email, web, social) to inform future strategies
• Assist with SEO and content optimization efforts
• Work with internal teams to support digital advertising and sponsored content initiatives

Sales Support
• Update and maintain sales materials, including media kits, sales sheets, and sponsor decks
• Assist with prospecting efforts, including research and list building for potential clients
• Help to monitor sales tracking sheets to ensure all client ad buys and deliverables are fulfilled
• Place digital ads and coordinate campaign execution
• Coordinate and track event deliverables, ensuring all sponsorship elements are executed accurately and on time

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• A quick learner with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Skills
• Internship or hands-on experience in marketing, events, media, or communications
• Familiarity with social media platforms and scheduling tools (e.g., Loomly)
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact)
• Basic knowledge of website content management systems (e.g., WordPress)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, reporting, and organization
• Experience using Canva or similar tools to create marketing, sales and event materials
• Exposure to analytics tools such as Google Analytics or social media insights
• Understanding of SEO and digital marketing best practices

About Our Company

Founded in 1969, Pittsburgh Magazine is owned by Wiesnermedia LLC, a Denver-based publishing company, which acquired the magazine from WQED in 2009. Pittsburgh Magazine is the No. 1 magazine in Pittsburgh, with more readers, online visitors and advertisers than any other. Built on a foundation of independent, quality journalism, the Pittsburgh Magazine brand is a trusted information partner for our most engaged residents and visitors.

Job Inquiries

Please email a cover letter and resume to chartz@pittsburghmagazine. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please. For more information on Pittsburgh Magazine, please visit pittsburghmagazine.com.