VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids

VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids is seeking immediately a full time professional for the position of Marketing Manager. This salaried position will perform a variety of marketing and public relations duties for four properties including the Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Paramount Theatre, ImOn Ice Arena, and McGrath Amphitheatre. VenuWorks operates in a dynamic environment in hosting premier national entertainment in these venues, and this position may be required to work assigned events taking place in the evenings and on weekends.

This position will primarily be responsible for creating event marketing plans tailored to the audience for each event, negotiating best rates and promotion plans with media partners, and for coordinating on-site marketing responsibilities including escorting media, contest winners, sponsors, and managing various event promotions. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to develop relationships with national promoters and agencies as well as with local media partners, and performs with a high level of attention to details and deadlines. 

Benefits, 401K retirement plan and insurance offered. Salary will be based upon work experience and education. Qualifications: Bachelor degree from a four-year college or university in marketing, graphic design, communications or public relations; or two years related experience and/or training in any aforementioned field. Experience in graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite programs such as Photoshop and InDesign preferred.

Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, references and salary history to:

Melissa Wickham, Human Resources

Alliant Energy PowerHouse

370 First Avenue NE

Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

[email protected]

More information about the position will be found at CREventsLive.com. Resumes will be accepted up to December 22, 2023 or until the position is filled. VenuWorks is a private management company specializing in management of public assembly facilities. VenuWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.  

VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids