Marketing Specialist

Location: Sarasota

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Entry-Level Marketing Specialist - Palm Aire Country Club, Sarasota, FL

Perfect for a new college graduate or an early-career creative (1-3 years of experience).

Where creativity meets community.

Palm Aire Country Club, a warm, member-focused private club on the Manatee/Sarasota county line is seeking an energetic, creative Entry-Level Marketing Specialist to join our growing team. If you're a new graduate with design talent, social media savvy and a love for storytelling, this is your chance to begin your marketing career in a supportive, professional and truly beautiful environment. You'll develop your skills across design, digital marketing, photography, event promotion and more with plenty of room to learn and grow.

Why You'll Love Working Here

This is an incredible opportunity for an early-career creative to build a true professional portfolio while working in a supportive environment, not an agency grind or corporate pressure cooker.

Your benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• 100% employer-paid Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays, PTO & Sick Time
• 401(k) with 4% employer match (fully vested!)
• Supplemental and Company-Paid Life Insurance (up to $200K)
• Access to Club amenities - Golf, Tennis, Pickleball, Padel, Gym, and Pool
• A stunning workplace surrounded by friendly members and a welcoming team

Palm Aire Country Club is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

What You'll Do (Essential Functions)

You'll support the day-to-day marketing and communication efforts for the Club, including:

Content Creation & Communication

• Create written and visual content for newsletters, email campaigns, website updates and event flyers.
• Design and support production of print materials like brochures, menus and seasonal campaigns.
• Capture photos and short videos of events, amenities and member experiences.
• Edit and proofread communications to ensure clarity, tone consistency and professionalism.

Digital & Social Media

• Manage the Club's social media calendar and publish engaging posts across approved platforms.
• Monitor comments and messages and respond in a timely, professional manner.
• Track post engagement and assist with SEO, boosted posts and digital advertising efforts.

Event Marketing & Member Engagement

• Design flyers, posters and digital graphics for events.
• Partner with Club departments to promote programs and ensure consistent communication.
• Attend select Club events to capture content and ensure on-brand presentation.

Brand & Administrative Support

• Maintain brand consistency across all platforms using the Club's Brand Guide.
• Organize marketing archives, templates, and photo libraries.
• Assist with scheduling, vendor coordination and marketing project support.

Who You Are

• A new college graduate or early-career marketer (1-3 years of experience; internships count!).
• Strong eye for visual design with experience in Adobe Creative Suite or Canva Pro.
• A creative thinker who enjoys bringing ideas to life through design, writing and video.
• Organized, detail-oriented and excited to work on multiple projects at once.
• Friendly, professional, and comfortable collaborating across departments.

Salary Description

Starting at 48K