Now Hiring: Part-Time Marketing Director – Wisconsin Valley Fair
Location: Wausau, WI (partially remote if desired)
Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $8,500 base with commission available
Duration: Year-round; 4-8 hours per week from September-May, more hours in the summer; must be available for fair week (late July-early August); approximately 400 hours annually
Application Deadline: will start screening applicants as soon as possible
The Wisconsin Valley Fair is seeking a dynamic, creative, and highly organized part-time Marketing Director to lead and execute marketing efforts for our beloved annual fair! This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant community tradition and help drive attendance, engagement, and sponsorships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain current sponsorship relationships and contracts
- Identify and recruit potential new sponsors
- Facilitate in-kind arrangements for products and services
- Preferred: manage specific service agreements as needed
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Self-motivated worker with good technology skills
- Familiarity with fairs, festivals, or community events is a plus
- Flexible schedule, with availability for key event dates
What We Offer:
- $8,500 base salary; 10% commission available for exceeding goals
- Flexible, mostly remote work with occasional on-site meetings
- The chance to make a big impact on a cherished local tradition
- A fun, supportive team environment
To Apply:
Send your resume, a short cover letter, and any relevant portfolio samples to jodi@wisconsinvalleyfair.com. We will begin screening applications as soon as possible. Ideal candidate would onboard this summer to shadow our current employee.
Come help us make this year’s fair the most exciting one yet!