Tourism Promotion Specialist

Job title: Tourism Promotion Specialist

Company: Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees


Job description: Park Board of Trustees and Visit Galveston in Galveston, TX is looking to hire a full-time Tourism Promotion Specialist to promote our beautiful beach destination. Are you highly adaptable and flexible? Would you like to join a wonderful local organization that treats its employees well and invests in their potential? If so, please read on!This tourism position earns a competitive salary of $55,730/year. We provide superb benefits, including strong health, dental, and vision plans, plus hospitalization, life/AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability policies fully paid for by the employer, and a 401(a) plan with a 5% employer match on a 3% employee contribution. If this sounds like the right advertising opportunity for you, apply today!ABOUT PARK BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND VISIT GALVESTONIn 1963, the citizens of Galveston voted to create a specialized unit of government called the Park Board of Trustees of the City of Galveston. The organization is responsible for overseeing Galveston’s tourism efforts, Galveston Island Beach Patrol (GIPB) and Coastal Zone Management (CZM). The Park Board is funded primarily through Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) and beach user fees for the six parks that they manage. Tourism pays for tourism as no sales or property tax is collected by the Park Board. The nine-member board is comprised of volunteer residents with diverse business experience. Each is required to serve at least two years and must also serve on one of the Park Board’s advisory committees.We are on a mission to promote and support tourism on Galveston Island in order to foster an environment that establishes a great place to live, work, and visit. Our vision is to create a tourist destination that promises an exciting variety of experiences and a high quality of life for residents.The island offers natural resources, attractions, events, and heritage that we wish to share with the residents and visitors alike. Our employees are dedicated to inviting all to come and experience the island that we care so much about.HOW YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE AS A TOURISM PROMOTION SPECIALISTThis early-career position offers the opportunity to build a strong foundation in tourism marketing by supporting key initiatives and learning from a collaborative team of professionals. The Tourism Promotion Specialist contributes to event promotion, user-generated content integration, and video production, while developing skills in content strategy, digital media and destination marketing. Responsibilities include capturing and editing drone and video footage, creating visual galleries. supporting YouTube and social media channels, and managing third party online sites for Visit Galveston and the Park Board. You enjoy getting to flex your creativity and take pride in encouraging more people to visit our beautiful island!WHAT WE NEED FROM A TOURISM PROMOTION SPECIALIST

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications and two years related experience is preferred.
• Two years of marketing experience at an agency and/or in-house marketing team is ideal.
• Proficiency with social media platforms, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Content and Project Management Systems.
• Ability to use technology to capture content that can be used for marketing purposes.
• Valid class C driver’s license

2+ years of related experience would be preferred but isn’t required for the right candidate. Can you manage your time well and juggle multiple tasks without letting any fall behind? Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Are you eager to learn more and develop your skills? Do you have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills? If yes, you might just be perfect for this marketing position!WORK SCHEDULE FOR A TOURISM PROMOTION SPECIALISTThis marketing position is a full-time office-based position in Galveston. Work hours/days may vary depending on season needs and office demands. Some travel may be required for this role.ARE YOU READY TO HELP PROMOTE OUR LOVELY BEACH DESTINATION?If you feel that you would be right for this advertising job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Expected salary: $55730 per year

Location: Galveston, TX

Job date: Fri, 09 May 2025 22:23:52 GMT

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