Event and Marketing Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Home-Based with Varied Locations/Event Venues
Hours: 15 hours per week (Flexible working hours)
Job Type: Part Time (6-month temporary with potential for a permanent role)
Salary: £7.80-£12.30 per hour (Depending on age)

About Jericho Entertainment:
Jericho Entertainment is a UK-based events company specialising in themed event experiences, event programming, production, consulting, talent sourcing, and strategic digital marketing services.

Role Overview:
Jericho Entertainment is seeking a reliable and organised Event and Marketing Assistant. This role is crucial in supporting the planning, execution, and promotion of our themed events. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker and able to assist with both event coordination and marketing strategies.

Responsibilities:

Event Support Assistance:

  • Venue research and development.

  • Development of event concepts and themes, contributing to the creation of unique and immersive experiences for attendees.

  • Venue bookings.

  • Event planning, including sourcing acts, artists, and DJs.

  • Event media creation.

  • Setting up events on ticketing platforms.

  • Occasional on-site assistance and support for events.

Marketing & Promotion Assistance:

  • Development and implementation of marketing plans to promote events and build brand awareness.

  • Creating engaging marketing materials, including digital content, in collaboration with the design team.

  • Management of social media channels, creating and scheduling content, and engaging with followers.

  • Coordination of marketing activities, including email campaigns, advertising, public and vendor relations.

  • Tracking, analysing and reporting on marketing campaign performance.

General Assistance:

  • Maintaining strong relationships with venues, suppliers, and other partners.

  • Contributing to the development of new event concepts and ideas.

  • Providing administrative support to the event management team.

Requirements:

  • Confidence in data entry and accurately maintaining records.

  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with a variety of company partners.

  • Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

  • Proficiency in social media marketing and digital marketing platforms.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Well-organised with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to assisting with delivering high-quality events.

  • Strong time management skills.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

  • A collaborative team player with a proactive and flexible approach.

  • Flexibility and willingness to occasionally attend and support evening and weekend events.

  • Passion for music and live events.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

  • Experience in creating marketing materials and managing marketing campaigns.

  • Ability to use online Google applications such as Docs, Sheets and other online applications such as Canva.

  • A full driver's licence and access to a car.

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for career development and growth within the events industry

  • Training provided to enhance event planning skills

  • Paid pro rata holiday

  • Entry to company events with guests

  • Working with an awesome team of people passionate about events.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining any experience you may have for the role to info@jerichoentertainment.com

Closing date for applications: 18th May 2025
Interview dates: Thursday 19th-20th May 2025 on Google Meet
Second interview dates: To be confirmed

Please be advised that we reserve the right to close this vacancy or amend the closing date should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. Early application is therefore recommended.