The Center for Brain Recovery (CBR) seeks a creative and proactive Marketing and Events Specialist to enhance our outreach, storytelling, and engagement efforts. This role is crucial in communicating our events, goals, and needs to a growing audience, finding innovative ways to connect with them.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Graphic Design and Website Management (55%)
• Manage the creation and distribution of our monthly newsletter.
• Design and produce an annual digital (and potentially print) report for public dissemination and Office of Research requirements.
• Collaborate with university departments and external vendors to create and manage Center-branded merchandise.
• Manage and respond to internal feedback and revisions for the website.
• Update and revise web pages and content to effectively communicate ongoing projects and fundraising campaigns.
• Work closely with project leads to address specific grant needs and other Center initiatives.
• Oversee BU signage, including graphic design, broadcast control, and ensuring functionality.

2.  Event Communication, Planning, and Marketing (35%)
• Develop and distribute communications to generate interest and drive registration for events.
• Collect and manage registrant information, coordinating with Center Administration for event needs.
• Boast event awareness through university newsletters and collaboration with other departments.
• Design promotional materials such as posters and digital assets for events.
• Assist with any project-related tasks and attend events in-person
• Collaborate with internal and external vendors on quotes and logistics for events.
• Participate in discussions on increasing Center visibility and event improvement strategies.

3. Resource Management and Miscellaneous Tasks (10%)
• Assist in compiling marketing budgets, particularly for programs like CHAT, ICCR, and other ongoing initiatives.
• Research best practices for SEO/SEM and advise on resource allocation for marketing efforts, including the use of tools such as Mailchimp.
• Participate in administrative meetings, offering suggestions for improving the Center’s logistical functions.
• Refine internal processes, including managing certain accounts and overseeing internal requests for changes.