Work With Chicago Innovation
The Chicago Innovation team is made up of people who are passionate about Chicago and want to celebrate, educate, and connect its innovation community in unique ways. If you share that passion and think you’d make a good fit for the team, we’d love to hear from you.
Organization description
Now in its 24th year, Chicago Innovation operates a year-round series of events and programs to empower the Chicago innovation ecosystem by educating, connecting and celebrating innovators. Our vision is to ensure that innovation is for everyone by energizing a community that makes an impact
Chicago Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women and people of color of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.
Current Open Positions:
Digital Marketing and Events Coordinator
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Organization: Chicago Innovation
Type: Full-Time
About Chicago Innovation
Chicago Innovation’s mission is to educate, connect and celebrate all innovators in the Chicago region. Our vision is to ensure that innovation is for everyone. We achieve this through a year-round series of events and programs that empowers the region’s innovation ecosystem by celebrating new ideas, connecting diverse communities, and educating people to turn their ideas into impact.
Position Summary
We are seeking a proactive and creative Digital Marketing and Events Coordinator to join our mission-driven team. This role is ideal for someone who lives and breathes digital content, especially social media, and is passionate about building community through compelling marketing and impactful events.
You’ll be responsible for leading Chicago Innovation’s social media strategy and execution across platforms, creating and curating engaging content, and playing a key role in producing and promoting our signature monthly events.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Marketing & Social Media (65%)
- Take ownership of Chicago Innovation’s social media presence, including content strategy, creation, posting, and engagement on platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter)
- Develop a consistent and strategic voice across platforms that aligns with our brand and mission
- Create visually compelling content using Canva or Adobe tools; oversee short video edits and reels as needed
- Monitor social media performance metrics and optimize strategies based on data insights
- Build and execute email marketing campaigns (e.g., Constant Contact), newsletters, and promotional blasts
- Maintain and update the Chicago Innovation website and event pages (Eventbrite)
- Assist with digital advertising campaigns and SEO best practices
- Collaborate with internal teams, partners, and sponsors to amplify marketing efforts
Events Coordination (35%)
- Support planning and execution of key events such as the Chicago Innovation Awards, In-Gala, and Chicago Innovation’s other monthly events
- Coordinate logistics including registration, signage, AV, vendors, and volunteer management
- Prepare speaker materials and coordinate communications with key stakeholders
- Provide on-site event support (check-in, social media coverage, photography coordination, etc.)
- Help evaluate event success and gather feedback for future improvements
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in digital marketing, with a strong focus on social media management
- Demonstrated experience growing and engaging audiences across platforms
- Excellent writing, storytelling, and visual content creation skills
- Proficiency with tools like Constant Contact, Canva, Eventbrite, Hootsuite, and basic photo/video editing software
- Website management experience (WordPress preferred)
- Highly organized, deadline-oriented, and detail-driven
- Passion for innovation, entrepreneurship, and community engagement
Why Work With Us?
- Be part of a close-knit team driving innovation and inclusion across the Chicago region
- Lead social media and storytelling for one of the city’s most respected nonprofit brands
- Gain hands-on experience with high-impact public events
- Enjoy a flexible, hybrid work environment and opportunities for professional growth
To Apply:
Please send your resume, a short cover letter, and samples of your digital work (especially social media content) to Luke@chicagoinnovation.com