What you get to do:

The Marketing Specialist, Partnerships & Promotions will support the execution and management of community partnerships, corporate activations, and promotional initiatives for Busch Gardens Tampa and Adventure Island. This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in marketing, partnerships, or promotions. The Marketing Specialist, Partnerships & Promotions will play a critical role in ensuring seamless execution of partnership obligations, supporting promotional campaigns, and enhancing the guest experience through creative and strategic collaborations. This position will report to the Manager, Partnerships & Promotions.

The Marketing Specialist, Partnerships & Promotions will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the execution and day-to-day management of community and local partnerships across a variety of sectors (events, sports teams, universities, etc.)
  • Assisting with radio promotions, including contract coordination, ticket fulfillment, and promotional scheduling
  • Coordinating and fulfilling partnership deliverables, ensuring all contractual obligations are executed accurately and on time
  • Identifying and executing community outreach initiatives to expand our presence in the Tampa Bay market
  • Facilitating internal communications across departments to ensure alignment and successful execution of current initiatives and promotions
  • Contributing to the planning and execution of guest-facing events, seasonal activations, and promotional experiences
  • Provide operational support, including but not limited to; promotional ordering, vendor coordination, payment requests, and more
  • Other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field highly preferred
  • 0-2 Years of relevant experience – internships or campus involvement qualify
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on relationship building and collaboration
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
  • Willingness to work occasional nights, weekends, and events (approximately 20-25 times per year)

Preferred Attributes:

  • Must be able to lift 20 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds
  • Enthusiastic, confident change-agent, performer, and team player with the ability and passion to work in a demanding and fast paced environment
  • Ability to work with various departments and within varying organizational structures to achieve park and Company goals
  • Creative thinker with an interest in promotions, partnerships, and experiential marketing
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Compensation:

  • Starting at $20/hour

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