Marketing & Events Coordinator

Drapery Connection
Downers Grove, IL

We are looking for a positive, energetic, proactive, go-getter who enjoys talking to people, working smart, chasing goals and celebrating team success. As a part of our business development team, our Marketing & Events Coordinator manages the planning, logistics, and execution of marketing initiatives and company events, while supporting overall brand visibility, team operations, and digital communication efforts Key Responsibilities Event Planning & Coordination

  • Organize and execute all logistics for marketing events
  • Maintain event calendars, schedules, and deadlines
  • Conduct site visits and ensure brand presentation standards are met
  • Oversee setup and breakdown logistics, coordinate with vendors, partners, and internal staff
  • Manage and support events team and fill in when needed
  • Manage and support scheduling, showroom and marketing teams
Marketing Support
  • Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns aligned with company goals
  • Coordinate with the marketing team to ensure consistent brand messaging across channels
  • Create and manage social media content calendars in collaboration with content team
  • Collect content (photos/videos) at events for marketing use
Skills & Qualifications
  • Valid driver’s license; local travel required
  • Required to work some weekends and evenings for events
  • Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, social media platforms)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in social media content creation and engagement strategies
  • Prior experience supervising teams
  • Understanding of visual branding; interest or experience in photography or visual arts preferred
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
Benefits time:
  • Insurance – medical, dental, vision
  • Life insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Paid gas expense
Salary – start at $50k/year Drapery Connection is a local, family-owned business with over 80 years' experience in the home design/window fashion industry. Drapery Connection is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success as a growing company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Posted 2025-09-27

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