Marketing and Communications Coordinator at Downtown… · Denver

Help shape the story of Downtown Denver—through creative content, digital engagement, and community‑driven campaigns.

About Us

Cities are built by people. The creators of industry, makers of place. Visionaries—for what’s next. At the Downtown Denver Partnership, we are building with vision.

We believe the horizon of a great city is always growing, always improving. We believe our city is only as strong as the center. And we know that a thriving, strategic evolution only happens when every voice steps up to the mic. When access allows for unbridled opportunity.

Whether we are talking about mobility and transportation or economic development, our organization focuses on fostering an impactful culture and business community that will support each and every citizen, giving us all a seat at the table.

Building our center city, making our place.

About the Position

The Marketing Communications Coordinator is responsible for shaping and amplifying the voice of Downtown Denver and the Downtown Denver Partnership across all communications channels.

This role will craft compelling content that tells the story of downtown across topics like public policy, urban planning, transportation, and economic development. The position will work on the Marketing and Communications team to optimize digital platforms, support paid media campaigns, and lead outreach and communication efforts with ground floor businesses, Partnership members, and key stakeholders.

About the Job

• Develop content that positively influences the perception of Downtown Denver and the Partnership; positioning our channels (social media, newsletters, & website) as the go-to voice for all things Downtown.
• Develop compelling press releases and media advisories highlighting the projects, initiatives, data and people shaping downtown.
• Pitch media partners proactively and provide support on inbound media inquiries.
• Draft talking points, scripts, editorials and blog posts that clearly articulate the Partnership’s work, spanning topics like public policy and legislation, transportation and mobility, public events, urban planning, parks and public spaces, and economic development.
• Work in collaboration with Creative Marketing Coordinator to stay current on social media trends, algorithm updates, and platform changes. Bring forward timely and creative recommendations for platform optimization.
• Assist Marketing Operations Manager with website management ensuring content is current and accurately reflects our initiatives.
• Write website copy with SEO best practices in mind to improve search visibility for Partnership managed websites.
• Own ground floor business outreach network to help the Partnership engage and communicate with ground floor business on 16th Street.
• Lead members and business communication efforts. Support Creative Marketing Coordinator with Business Consumer messaging as needed.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Meta Ads and Google Ads to support paid campaign monitoring and reporting as needed.
• Help keep marketing records, materials, and systems up to date — including collateral, email contact databases, and project files.
• Support the broader team with day-to-day coordination and administrative tasks that keep campaigns running smoothly.

About You

• 1-3 years of experience in communications, advertising, PR, marketing, social media, and event production.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on copy writing and proofreading.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Creative mindset with an aptitude for storytelling and bias towards action.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, campaigns, and deliverables at one time.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Canva. Experience with graphic design and video editing is a plus.
• Team player that displays a positive attitude. Able to function well in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines

What We Offer

• Expected salary range $62,000-$65,000
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Transportation Benefits
• Personal and Professional Development

Downtown Denver Partnership provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, Downtown Denver Partnership complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Downtown Denver Partnership will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law.

Downtown Denver Partnership expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Downtown Denver Partnership employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.