Part-Time Marketing Assistant

The Marketing Assistant is an office support position responsible for creating content for camp families and staff communication through newsletters, blogs, videos, print and social media.

A Job That Makes A Difference!

Roughing It Day Camp is dedicated to helping kids grow through exciting activities, unplugging in the outdoors, and learning life skills that will prepare them to take on the world! Be a part of our year-round team that makes it all possible.

Build Your Resume

Gain valuable work skills in marketing and technology systems. We can tailor positions to fulfill internship requirements.

Free Camp for Your Kids

For parents: your children can attend Roughing It Day Camp for free (up to 8 weeks) when you work year-round and the complete summer. Camp tuition is valued at up to $9,000 per child.

Benefits of working at Roughing It

  • Flexible schedule. Set up a weekly work schedule during the school year that lets you fit in other commitments.
  • Hybrid work. Work virtually and in-person at our Lafayette camp office during the school year. The position is fully in-person during the summer season (June-August).
  • Paid training. Learn on the job and build your skillset with current business and marketing methods.
  • Convenient location. Located in downtown Lafayette, with easy access from the freeway.
  • Regular promotion schedule. Salary increases based on number of hours worked and mastery of job skills.

Fun Work Environment

Our office team is made up of other camp moms, dads, and college students in a fun atmosphere. Job responsibilities are exciting and rewarding, with room for skill growth.

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Work Schedule

School-Year Season: This is a part-time position (10-20 hours/week). A typical work schedule is Mon-Fri 10am-2pm (20 hours/week). We are flexible with creating a work schedule that takes into account your other commitments while remaining consistent week to week. 

Summer Season: Hours increase during the busy summer season, June 1st through Labor Day, 25-30 hours/week. A typical summer work schedule is Mon-Fri between the hours of 9-5 with a 1/2-hour lunch.

Hybrid Work: Work virtually and in-person at our office during the school year. More in-person work can be expected at the start of the position to account for in-person training. Our offices are located in Lafayette with easy access from the freeway.

Pay Information

About the Marketing Assistant Position

The Marketing Assistant helps communicate with camper families through various forms of media, creating and managing content, as well as assisting with general office duties and projects. They also help in marketing and communication areas, including analytics and inbound marketing.  

Roughing It Office Culture

Our goal has always been to help children learn to thrive outdoors. All staff believe in the power of community and the impact camp has in shaping children’s lives.  We have a strong focus on providing an exceptional experience to our campers and families. The camp office is fast paced, team centered, and there are times when staff may be assigned to projects not related to their core duties.

Primary Duties

  • Produce and edit media content for: emails, newsletters, the Roughing It website, blogs, videos, and slideshows 
  • Create and manage email/mail campaigns 
  • Keep Roughing It social media profiles up to date by posting current and relevant content 
  • Create posts and maintain Camper Caboodle (our internal website for camp families for photos and news). 
  • Organize photo and content curation systems 
  • Assist in updating Roughing It’s website, including text, photo, and video updates 
  • Edit photos in Adobe Photoshop and Light room 
  • Create and edit marketing videos 
  • Create and update marketing media: newsletters (monthly / weekly), flyers,  brochures, ads, etc. 
  • Produce database reports from various databases 
  • Preparing materials for mailing and shipping 

General Office & Customer Support Duties

All of our year-round staff participate and assist in various general office tasks to support our customer and staff recruiting efforts. Some examples of these general office tasks that we all help with are: 

  • Serves as camp receptionist with friendly routing of all telephone communication 
  • Customer service: assisting camper families and prospective customers including daily communication (phone and email) 
  • Answer questions about customer accounts from camper families and assist with camper registration 
  • Scan, file and organize documents 
  • Customer Service: provide camp information to camp families and respond via email and phone to camper inquiries 
  • Represents Roughing It at Events 

Ability to Learn & Master New Software​

All positions require a strong knowledge of Windows based programs and the ability to learn new computer software. Programs used in our office include: 

  • Microsoft Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, etc. 
  • Internet Explorer 
  • Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom 
  • Hubspot (lead database programs) 
  • CampMinder (camper registration program) 
  • Camper Caboodle (camp blog and community website) 

Making a Difference in the Lives of Children - the MAJOR Benefit

The Marketing Assistant is an integral member of our team and contributes greatly to the success of each camper’s summer experience. Our Assistants interact with both camp staff and camper families on a regular basis. You will truly have the opportunity to make many positive contributions in the lives of our campers and staff.

Additional benefits of this position include:

  • Flexible hours: Work around your child’s school schedule or other personal commitments. We are happy to accommodate additional time off for holiday vacations, minimum days at school, and other appointments for yourself or your family.
  • Build & maintain your professional skills: Stay current on marketing strategies and SEO practices.
  • Happy, healthy work environment: Work in a company that promotes growth in our staff and campers.
  • Paid training: On-the-job orientation and continuing education training to stay current on marketing strategies.
  • Free summer camp tuition: in addition to hourly salary, your children can attend the full 8-weeks of Roughing It’s day camp program.
  • Regular promotion schedule: Promotions occur at regular intervals based on hours worked.
  • Make a difference in your community: Be a part of an organization committed to making a difference in the lives of children

Qualifications for Marketing Assistant

  • Strong knowledge of Windows-based programs – MS Word, MS Outlook, Chrome 
  • Knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Lightroom 
  • Excellent writing skills, customer service skills, and phone and email communication skills 
  • Ability to perform general office duties. 
  • The ability to learn new programs, including blog programs, the Roughing It website, and lead and camper management database programs. 
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record 
  • Ability to work independently and accurately 
  • Lift approximately 30 pounds  
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time (4-8 hours/day) 
  • Able to walk 1/2 mile uphill (from the Lafayette Reservoir parking lot to the East Field) of the Reservoir and down to all docks. 
  • Can assist/work outside for events for up to 6 hours 

How to Apply

To apply, complete our online application. We are excited to learn more about you!