Marketing & Communications Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Communications role at Cityoforlando. Orlando · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $50,542–$101,088.
Cityoforlando has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Put marketing, paid advertising and communications plans into action to advance DDB and CRA priorities
- Build downtown Orlando’s brand and raise awareness of its events and visitor experiences
- Show residents, businesses, visitors, stakeholders and elected officials what DDB and CRA programs achieve
- Align messages with City departments, community partners, business owners and developers
What you bring
- A marketing, public relations, mass communications or related degree, or equivalent education, training and experience
- At least three years in event marketing, promotions, planning, multimedia or another listed area
- At least one year supervising staff with responsibility for a budget
- A valid Florida driver’s license
Who this fits
This manager role suits you if you bring event marketing experience and have supervised work with budget responsibility. You’ll work with City departments and community partners to align communications with downtown revitalization goals.
From the employer
Salary Range
$37.42-$47.71Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
11-03-2026Job Summary
If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please reach out to City of Orlando Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062.
The Marketing and Communications Manager for the Downtown Development Board (DDB) and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) develops and implements strategic marketing, paid media, and communication plans to promote and support the priorities of DDB/CRA. This role is responsible for strengthening downtown Orlando’s brand and public image, increasing awareness of downtown events and experiences, and communicating the impact of DDB/CRA programs to residents, businesses, visitors, stakeholders, and elected officials. The manager works collaboratively with City departments, community partners, business owners and developers to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with the City’s economic development and downtown revitalization goals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, or related field required and three (3) years professional work experience in the area of event marketing, event promotions, planning management, multimedia, interactive programs, or graphic design, required including one (1) year experience in a supervisory capacity with budgetary responsibilities required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least five (5) years professional work experience in marketing, with at least three (3) years in destination, tourism, hospitality, or event marketing.
- Demonstrated experience planning and executing integrated marketing campaigns, including brand development, paid media, digital and social media and performance measurement.
- At least two (2) years of supervisory experience, including responsibility for developing and managing a marketing or program budget.
- Experience with email marketing platforms such as MailChimp, and project management systems such as Airtable or Wrike.
- FEMA certifications preferred.
- Experience creating accessible digital content and documents that meet federal ADA and WCAG standards.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
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