Visit Gainesville, Alachua County

Tourist Marketing Coordinator

GAINESVILLE, FLPosted 21 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County

  • Job overview

    The Tourist Marketing Coordinator role at Visit Gainesville, Alachua County involves designing and strategizing marketing efforts to promote the destination's brand and increase visitation.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The coordinator will design logos, brochures, ads, create social media content, manage WordPress pages, write and edit content, use Adobe Creative Suite, and track marketing campaign performance while collaborating in a fast-paced environment.

  • Experience and skills

    Professional design experience is essential, with skills in Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, content creation, and integrated marketing strategy; experience in print and digital media design is required.

  • Work environment and culture

    The role is part of an award-winning, mission-driven, creative team focused on promoting Alachua County as a destination.

  • Company information

    Visit Gainesville, Alachua County is a tourism organization dedicated to promoting the region as a top Florida destination with a strong brand identity.

  • Application process

    Applicants are directed to apply via the government jobs website link provided in the description.

  • Unique job features

    The position uniquely combines advanced design skills with strategic marketing to shape the visual identity and voice of the destination.

Company overview

Visit Gainesville, Alachua County is the official tourism marketing organization for Alachua County, Florida, responsible for promoting the region—including the city of Gainesville and surrounding communities—as a travel destination. The organization generates revenue primarily through the collection of local tourist development taxes, which are reinvested into marketing campaigns, event sponsorships, and visitor services to attract leisure, business, and sports travelers. Established to support economic growth, Visit Gainesville collaborates closely with local businesses, hotels, and attractions to enhance the area’s appeal and visitor experience. Candidates should be aware that the organization plays a key role in shaping the county’s tourism strategy and often partners with the University of Florida and other community stakeholders. Its efforts directly impact local hospitality, cultural events, and economic development initiatives.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your advanced design skills, especially proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite tools like InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects, as these are critical for the Tourist Marketing Coordinator role at Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.

  • Emphasize your experience creating original content for social media, designing logos, brochures, print and digital ads, and your ability to write and edit compelling marketing content across platforms to align with the job's integrated marketing focus.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the Visit Gainesville official government jobs site and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.

  • Connect with current employees in the marketing or communications division at Visit Gainesville on LinkedIn; when reaching out, use ice breakers like commenting on recent campaigns they've launched or expressing enthusiasm about promoting Alachua County's unique attractions.

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