Marketing Coordinator

Micato Safaris Marketing Coordinator

Micato Safaris - New York, NY

About Micato Safaris

Micato Safaris is a luxury African safari company that has won Travel+Leisure's #1 World's Best Tour Operator award ten times. We specialize in creating transformative travel experiences for discerning travelers while maintaining a strong commitment to giving back through our nonprofit, AmericaShare, which supports education in East and Southern Africa.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an ambitious early-career marketing professional to join our New York team as Marketing Coordinator based from our office in midtown Manhattan. This is an exceptional opportunity to launch your career in luxury travel marketing, working directly with our leadership team on sophisticated B2B and B2C campaigns.

Ideal for: Recent graduates or early-career professionals (1-2 years experience) with substantive internship experience in luxury hospitality, travel, high-end lifestyle brands, marketing agencies, or event/trade show management.

What You'll Do

Marketing Campaign Support & Execution

• Manage multiple marketing campaigns simultaneously across print, digital, and experiential channels
• Coordinate with in-house teams, freelance creatives, and external vendors (printers, mailhouses, designers)
• Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of all marketing communications
• Develop and implement new marketing tactics alongside our leadership team
• Proofread marketing collateral for brand consistency and quality

Vendor & Project Management

• Source quotes, negotiate pricing, and manage relationships with printers, mailhouses, and creative vendors
• Oversee trade show displays, logistics, and materials
• Manage marketing collateral inventories and supplies
• Coordinate production timelines across multiple concurrent projects

Digital Asset & Analytics

• Maintain and update digital image library for print and digital projects
• Manage photo rights, fees, and licensing agreements
• Research and track competitor promotions and luxury travel trends
• Utilize marketing analytics to identify opportunities and recommend strategic actions
• Leverage generative AI platforms (Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) to enhance productivity, streamline research, and generate creative solutions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Marketing Team and provide input at regular meetings
• Support sales representatives and travel advisors with marketing materials
• Assist Public Relations team as needed
• Coordinate team schedules and support professional development initiatives

What We're Looking For

Experience & Background:

• Recent graduate or 1-2 years professional experience with strong, relevant internship background
• Internships in luxury hospitality/travel, high-end lifestyle brands, marketing agencies, B2B partnerships, trade shows, or event management strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing projects, coordinating with vendors, or supporting marketing campaigns (through internships, class projects, or early career roles)

Skills & Qualities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Genuine enthusiasm for learning and professional growth
• Proactive, solutions-oriented approach - you see what needs to be done and do it
• Detail-oriented with high standards for quality and accuracy
• Collaborative team player who also works independently

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Comfortable learning new software platforms for marketing and project management
• Experience with or willingness to learn SEO, SEM, and digital marketing tools
• Proficient with generative AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) for productivity and creative solutions

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of printing processes and vendor negotiation
• Experience with luxury brands or high-net-worth clientele
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot) or marketing automation platforms
• Additional language skills (particularly French, Spanish, Italian, or Swahili)

What We Offer

Professional Development:

This role offers exceptional growth opportunities. You'll work directly with seasoned marketing leaders, gain hands-on experience across all aspects of luxury travel marketing, and develop skills in vendor management, campaign execution, and strategic marketing that will serve you throughout your career.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $58,000 - $68,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Travel benefits and familiarization trips
• Professional development assistance
• Continuing education through workshops, seminars, and conferences
• Parental leave

Work Environment:

• Monday-Friday, in-office at our New York location (15 W 26th Street)
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Small, tight-knit team where your contributions matter from day one

Why This Role?

Unlike typical entry-level marketing positions, you won't be relegated to social media posting or data entry. From day one, you'll:

• Manage real projects with real budgets
• Build relationships with vendors and creative partners
• Contribute strategic ideas that shape our marketing approach
• Gain exposure to the full marketing mix (print, digital, trade, events)
• Work in the luxury travel sector with sophisticated, global clientele

This is a "learn by doing" environment perfect for someone who wants responsibility, mentorship, and meaningful work—not just a resume line.

Application Instructions

Please submit:

1. Resume highlighting relevant internship and/or professional experience

2. Cover letter addressing:

• What specific internship or project experience has prepared you for this role
• Why luxury travel marketing interests you
• An example of a time you managed multiple competing priorities or solved a complex problem

We particularly want to hear about hands-on experience you've had with:

• Vendor coordination or relationship management
• Project management or campaign execution
• Working with high-end brands or discerning clientele
• Print production, events, or trade show logistics

Micato Safaris is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

About Working at Micato

You'll join a company that's been family-owned for over 60 years and maintains the highest standards in luxury travel. Our clients are discerning, our standards are exacting, and our mission extends beyond business—AmericaShare has sent thousands of children to school in Kenya and South Africa.

If you're looking for a launching pad where you'll be challenged, mentored, and given real responsibility from day one, we'd love to hear from you.