Join Our Team at Hilo Fish Company Hilo Fish Company, Hawaii's largest and most reputable seafood distributor, is proud of its longstanding commitment to delivering premium, sustainably sourced seafood. We are seeking a Marketing Assistant who shares our dedication to upholding time-honored traditions and providing exceptional service to our valued customers.
Position Overview As Marketing Assistant, you will support a variety of tasks that increase brand visibility, drive sales, and strengthen customer engagement. This position is perfect for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for the seafood industry and a flair for marketing.
Key Responsibilities - Content Creation: Assist in crafting and scheduling engaging content for social media, newsletters, and our company website, ensuring our tradition of top-quality messaging.
- Market Research: Stay informed on emerging trends and competitor activities in the seafood industry, identifying strategies to bolster our brand's market presence.
- Event Coordination: Contribute to the planning and execution of trade shows, marketing events, and customer appreciation initiatives.
- Social Media Management: Monitor social platforms, engage with our community, and address inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Email Campaigns: Participate in the design, deployment, and analysis of email marketing campaigns, including managing subscriber lists.
- Sales Support: Develop marketing collateral and promotional tools to support the sales team in expanding customer reach and boosting revenue.
- Analytics and Reporting: Gather, analyze, and interpret marketing data to evaluate campaign effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Administrative Support: Schedule meetings, organize marketing materials, and maintain databases to ensure efficient operations.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of marketing experience (preferably in food distribution or the seafood industry).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic to intermediate skills in graphic design/photography.
- Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Lightroom).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and marketing tools (Mailchimp, Hootsuite, etc.).
- Working knowledge of SEO, digital marketing, and social media platforms.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple projects and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Highly organized, resourceful, and eager to learn.
- A passion for seafood and sustainability is a plus.
Job Type Compensation & Benefits - Competitive pay based on experience
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
If you take pride in delivering outstanding results and want to help us continue our longstanding tradition of providing top-quality seafood, we invite you to apply. Join Hilo Fish Company and make a meaningful impact with a team that respects the past while looking to the future of the seafood industry. We look forward to working with you.