NCHA Career Opportunities
Do you love the equine industry and are interested in making a career in one of the most exciting equine sports?
NCHA is looking for candidates with the same qualities we believe in to represent our brand:
- Passion for the sport of cutting
- Pride in quality customer service
- Dedication to creating a positive community for our members and owners.
At NCHA, we are looking to hire individuals who are excited and passionate people interested not only in a job but in creating a lifelong career. Open positions are listed below. These jobs are all located at the National Cutting Horse Association headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas.
Director of Marketing
Summary
This position is primarily responsible for marketing and promoting the brand of the National Cutting Horse Association. This position manages the administrative and business marketing functions of the Association. The position will include the use of best-in-case analytics and market research tools to develop strategies that grow the NCHA membership and increases the Association's bottom line.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- This position will report to the Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer of the Association
- This position will work closely with the Sponsorship Department by assisting with partnership deliverables
- Assist the Sponsorship Department by identifying digital, web and other content that can be monetized
- The role will include the development and promotion of NCHA approved and produced events, cultivating engagement with membership and fans of the cutting horse
- Oversight of brand management, and public relations matters for the organization
- Responsible for effective and clear communication with membership, with regard to association matters and activities happening by Staff, Directors, Members and Participants
- Preparation of press and published material that supports the activities and transparency of the association
- Coordinates modern tools and communication platforms for reaching and engaging fans of the cutting horse
Position Requirements
- An understanding of modern communication channels and technologies required
- Previous work-related to engaging association members with varying age ranges and backgrounds
- Equine-oriented association background beneficial
- Proficient with social media, web-based technologies
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Premiere Pro) is preferred
Education and Experience
A post-secondary education is preferred for this position- Ability to present concepts in new, formidable ways from varying perspectives
- 7+ years of brand and marketing experience
- Experience with managing a team of resources
Other Qualifications
- Must have strong interpersonal skills to support leadership, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required
- Friendly, courteous, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented
- Recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve routine problems
- Ability to establish and maintain a professional atmosphere for employees, clients, and customers
- Ability to deliver professional presentations to a diverse audience including Corporate Sponsors, Board of Directors, Executive Committee and other related organizations
To download the Director of Marketing Job description click here.
To apply, for the position please send cover letter and resume to nchacareers@nchacutting.com
Marketing Specialist
Summary
This position is primarily responsible for assisting with the planning, development, and implementation of all NCHA marketing strategies, marketing communications, and public relations activities, both external and internal. Duties include social media coordination, email marketing, website maintenance and implementing ideas to enhance the overall NCHA Member experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- This position will report to the Manager of Marketing
- The role will include assisting with the development and promotion of NCHA approved and produced events, cultivating engagement with membership and fans of the cutting horse
- Plan, prepare and implement all digital marketing campaigns
- Create, schedule, maintain and distribute monthly NCHA eNewsletter and email promotions
- Develop strong relationships with media representatives, compose and distribute press releases
- This position will work closely with the Sponsorship Department by assisting with partnership deliverables
- Develop all web-based materials necessary to keep website current, create and maintain interactive online forms and support NCHA Events
Position Requirements
- Skilled at social media, web-based technologies, and modern communication channels
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive
- Excel in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and PremierePro)
- Proficient in web-based processes development and improvement
Education and Experience
- Equine-oriented association background beneficial
- Bachelor’s degree in Ag Journalism, Ag Communications or, journalism, marketing, public relations is preferred
- Knowledge of marketing, communications and public relations
- Ability to effectively communicate with the management team, co-workers and industry leaders
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
Other Qualifications
- Must have strong interpersonal skills to support leadership, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required
- Friendly, courteous, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented
- Recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve routine problems
- Strong organizational skills and detailed oriented
- Ability to work long hours and weekends
- Capability to sit, stand, stoop, walk (including stairs), lift up to 40 pounds or more
To download the Marketing Specialists job description click here.
