Salary : $48,827.00 - $53,709.00 Annually
Location : Coliseum Operations, Hampton, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 09374
Department: COLISEUM OPERATIONS
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Function
Are you a creative strategist with a passion for the arts and entertainment? The City of Hampton is looking for an innovative Marketing Manager to lead dynamic marketing efforts for the Hampton Coliseum, The American Theatre, and The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center.
This role is ideal for a driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels in cross-platform promotions, and is ready to lead digital, print, and grassroots marketing strategies that generate ticket sales and elevate community engagement.
Typical Task:
- Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns for events, classes, and programs.
- Manage media buys, advertising budgets, sponsorships, and promotions.
- Oversee digital presence, including social media, email campaigns, and websites.
- Supervise marketing staff, providing mentorship and performance feedback.
- Build community connections and foster brand consistency across venues.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations, or a closely related field of study from an accredited college or university.
- Three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in marketing and/or public relations.
- Marketing for public assembly facilities hosting a wide range of entertainment events is preferred.
- One (1) year of supervisory experience.
- Experience implementing modern management methods by incorporating long-range planning techniques and exhibiting leadership skills.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
- Must successfully pass a background check before any offer of employment or promotion.
Additional Requirements
- Experience in negotiating media buys, media placements, and preparing documents for invoicing and settlement.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, databases, presentations, and Adobe Photoshop.
- Knowledge of a variety of social media platforms and use of these platforms in a professional environment is required.
- Knowledge of website content management software.
- The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergencies or at the direction of the City Manager, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
"Join the City of Hampton team! We are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses as a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits."
Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:
- Sentara Health Medical Insurance
- OptumRx
- Delta Dental Insurance
- Anthem Blue View Vision
- FSA Reimbursement accounts
- Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
- Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- Other forms of leave include:
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Care for Sick Parent Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Personal day (available every quarter)
The eleven paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field of study from an accredited college or university? (Your application must display where you obtained the experience)
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Which option best describes your years of experience in marketing and/or public relations? (Your application must display where you obtained the experience)
- No experience
- 1-2 years of experience
- 3 or more years of experience
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Do you have one (1) year of supervisory experience? (Your application must display where you obtained the experience)
- Yes I have 1 year of supervisory experience
- No I do have 1 of supervisory experience
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Describe your proficiency knowledge of website content management software. (Your application must display where you obtained the experience)
- Novice
- Advanced Beginner
- Competent
- Proficient
- Expert
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I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
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This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
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I understand that this position may be considered essential/emergency personnel for purposes of emergency/crisis management to include being "on call" or responding to emergency situations during inclement weather and/or other job-related conditions.
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