Marketing Professional in Training (PIT)

About Us COOi Studios is a purpose-driven innovation consultancy helping organisations navigate change and create sustainable impact through strategy, human-centred design, data, technology, AI, and emerging digital solutions. We believe innovation is powered by people, and we invest in creating a workplace where talented individuals can grow, innovate, and do meaningful work. Job Description Brief Job Description The Marketing PIT is primarily responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing internal and client-facing events, with a secondary focus on supporting marketing and communications initiatives. This role requires a highly organised, detail-oriented, and creative individual who can manage multiple projects simultaneously. The coordinator will play a key role in enhancing the firm’s visibility, client engagement, and overall brand presence through events coordination and marketing in the South African consulting landscape. Key Responsibilities Event Strategy and Planning Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define event objectives, target audiences, and desired outcomes. Develop comprehensive event plans including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Identify and propose creative event concepts that align with company strategy and brand positioning. Venue and Supplier Management Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with venues, suppliers, caterers, and AV providers. Ensure contracts, budgets, and logistics align with event requirements. Maintain a supplier database and evaluate vendor performance for quality and cost-effectiveness. Event Promotion and Communication Coordinate event invitations, RSVPs, and attendee communications. Support marketing efforts to promote events, including social media, email campaigns, and internal communication channels. Prepare event materials such as agendas, signage, presentations, and promotional items. Event Execution Manage on-site logistics, including setup, registration, and coordination of staff and vendors. Troubleshoot and resolve issues during events to ensure seamless execution. Ensure events run safely, professionally, and within budget. Post-Event Follow-Up and Evaluation Conduct post-event analysis, including attendee feedback, engagement metrics, and budget reconciliation. Prepare reports summarising outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future events. Maintain records of all events, including photos, media coverage, and feedback, to support internal knowledge sharing and future planning. Marketing and Communications Support Drive content creation for social media, newsletters, email campaigns, and internal communications. Maintain and update marketing collateral, templates, and brand assets to ensure consistency. Support website updates, digital campaigns, and basic SEO initiatives as needed. Track engagement metrics and maintain accurate CRM data and contact databases. Assist with employer branding initiatives, showcasing company culture, employee stories, and project highlights. Requirements A diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field. 0-1 years of marketing experience, ideally within a professional services or consulting environment. Knowledge of digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Canva, WordPress, Google Ads). Strong writing and editing skills with a flair for storytelling. Experience coordinating events and managing external suppliers or service providers is advantageous. Benefits Company Benefits: Complimentary snack bar Individualised learning and development opportunities Project Experience- opportunity to lead and find impactful solutions for clients Paid study leave Hybrid work (post probation) 4 day work week ( post probation)