Marketing/Social Media Jobs
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Social Media Manager with Garmin (Posted May 24)
Garmin’s Social Media Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing a social media strategy that engages, educates and assists customers {and potential customers} in a fun and friendly way. Part of your day is spent interacting with customers online, but you’re also working closely with our business segment leaders to hatch social plans that’ll help launch Garmin’s Next Big Thing. At other times, you’re evaluating and measuring our social campaigns and monitoring the markets that Garmin serves. On occasion, you’ll even meet customers face-to-face at public events and trade shows.
- Analyze and evaluate existing and potential social media activities and develop a strategic plan to implement them to Garmin’s advantage.
- Work closely with Marketing Communications team members and other stakeholders to integrate social media campaigns for new products and services that align with the company’s overall marketing plan.
- Coordinate a daily/weekly rundown of planned social media content that is generated by the Social Media Manager, the Corporate Communications team, and others.
- Initiate and participate in unique and compelling conversations with customers, associates, and the public at large, enhancing and protecting Garmin’s online reputation.
- Collaborate with other groups within Garmin (Sales and Marketing, Engineering, Customer Support, and Administrative) to provide social media support for customer engagement, product introduction, sales generation, and other initiatives.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on independent social media generated within the markets that Garmin serves, including competitive intelligence.
- Develop benchmarks for measuring the impact of social media programs; regularly analyze, review, and report on the effectiveness of campaigns to maximize results, implementing improvements as necessary.
- Ensure that Garmin’s social media policy is followed and amended as necessary.
- You may also assist the Corporate Communications team in PR/media relations duties and attend trade shows and other Garmin events to provide a real-time social media presence.
- Excellent product management skills and possess superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality.
- Demonstrates a deep operational understanding of social media outlets and trends, including experience with implementing them for fast-moving and diverse companies.
- Demonstrates a passion for the markets that Garmin serves and an interest in consumer electronics.
- Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize and work proactively with minimal supervision to achieve deadlines.
- Bachelors Degree from a 4 year college or university.
- Must possess a minimum of 8 years work experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, or another substantially similar field.
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Online Community Manager with CMA (Posted May 24)
The Online Community Manager is responsible for providing strategic outreach via online and social media platforms to engage, develop, maintain and expand relevant and impactful online communities to build consumer trust and confidence in today’s food system. This unique and progressive position has a high level of visibility within the online food community among consumers, experts in the industry, nutritionists, bloggers, food advocates, food companies and associations.
- Identify influential communities, media and networks online with which to engage.
- Identify key influencers within online communities and engage directly to gather perceptions, share information, generate thoughtful discussion and serve as a resource.
- Develop and sustain relationships with key influencers in online communities.
- Transition expert-approved responses into conversational content to share online with communities, media and individuals.
- Proactively identify and develop new engagement opportunities across multiple channels (online and off-line) including, but not limited to, speaking opportunities, editorial content development, expert access, video production and event attendance).
- Demonstrated ability to strategically and effectively communicate with internal, external and online audiences about food and food issues.
- Previous work experience in the food industry and a passion for food and food issues strongly preferred.
- Ability to travel as needed, frequency determined by client work. Minimal travel anticipated.
- Proficient MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- Educational background and/or previous work experience in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, Agriculture, Social Sciences or relatable field strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field of study required.
- 5+ years of directly relatable work experience.
- 5+ years experience developing and implementing online communications platforms including social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, etc.) and content generation for interactive communities (food-focused media, blog and community focused commenting sites).
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Corporate Communications Manager with Quality Technology Services (Posted May 24)
The Corporate Communications Manager reports to the Vice President, Marketing. They will help direct, manage and coordinate a host of activities vital to Quality Technology Services (QTS)’s future success. This Manager will be part of five-member Marketing Group. The Marketing Group is responsible for the QTS brand, its positioning in the market, as well as supporting the direct sales, product development and operations of the organization.
- Manage and strengthen business relationships with key external service partners, including, but not limited to, the QTS public relations firm (c21).
- Facilitate internal and external support for an array of corporate communications related initiatives, including: proactive media outreach, social media postings, events marketing, trade media and partner marketing.
- Working with the public relations firm, manage the development and execution of quarterly and annual editorial calendars.
- Manage all press release development and execution, to include resourcing content, coordinating spokesperson input, guiding editing and approval process, and working with PR firm to execute releases across multiple media channels.
- Manage ongoing media placement monitoring and regularly disseminate media coverage to internal QTS audiences.
- Provide writing, editorial and proofing support to the entire QTS Marketing Group as needed.
- Support corporate presentations by managing and updating a corporate master presentation slide library as needed.
- Develop corporate presentation materials, including QTS Board Books, bank presentations, etc. as needed.
- Be responsible for QTS Speakers Bureau through management of an annual calendar, coordination of talking points and support materials.
- Manage and periodically update QTS crisis communications plan. Educate internal QTS team members on their role and responsibilities within the plan.
- Work with Community Relations Director to support QTS community involvement, cause-related and philanthropic initiatives.
- May also play a key role in developing and executing current customer communications on an interim or more permanent basis.
- Ability to demonstrate exemplary business, editorial and/or commercial writing skills
- Communications and / or marketing experience in the IT, technology, telecommunications, or professional service outsourcing would be helpful.
- Strong project management and project ownership skills.
- Ability to work within a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
- Strong service and support orientation.
- Extreme attention to detail.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant public relations, media relations and/or marketing experience.
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Public Relations Manager with Worlds of Fun (Posted May 23)
Deadline to apply Is May 26
- Developing and implementing publicity campaigns for all available media promoting the park, special events and new attractions. This includes creating and delivering publicity material to the media, securing media coverage, arranging media interviews, and escorting media in the park.
- Representing the company as spokesperson for media-related activities.
- Creating and hosting park special promotional events.
- Participating in the management of the park’s website.
- Managing the park’s Call Center.
- Creativity, excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to make presentations to executive level personnel.
- The interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with senior management and entry-level employees to accomplish goals and resolve problems.
- High school diploma or the equivalent and the knowledge that is normally acquired through 4 years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations.
- 2 or more years in media relations is preferred for a natural transition into this position.
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Social Media Analyst with Bernstein-Rein agency (Posted May 23)
- Daily community moderation and proactive reputation management for a national retail client.
- Also be part of a larger team providing strategic thought leadership across all social marketing channels for a fast-paced and growing agency discipline.
- Demonstrate an understanding of social marketing, specifically management of owned properties, networking/link building and social CRM.
- Proficiency with moderation software such as Radian 6 or Visible Intelligence is a plus.
- Possess strong presentation skills as well as leadership and diplomacy skills to maintain strong client and interdepartmental relationships.
- 1+ years experience, entry level position.
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Director of Digital Marketing with InsideResponse LLC (Updated May 23)
- Assemble, manage and maintain a team of paid search marketers, SEO specialists and media buyers.
- Responsible for all PPC, email, SEO, data and publisher media as it relates to generating inquiries for our different finance and education verticals.
- Implement strategies for each including content production, linking strategies, nurture programs, and work closely with the UX team.
- Articulate and well-spoken; strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Advanced analytical and business judgment.
- Bachelor’s Degree, MBA preferred.
- 3+ years experience in project management and team leadership.
- 5+ years of digital marketing experience.
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Communications Specialist with Plattform Ad agency (Posted May 23)
We are looking for a Communications Specialist to join the growing team at PlattForm. The Communications Specialist’s role is to keep PlattForm at the forefront of the local community, our clients and prospects, as well as the advertising community by overseeing the public relations, social media, and overall content strategy for PlattForm and its five divisions.
- Develops and maintains brand voice for PlattForm in all communications forums including on-line, with the media, in printed materials, and in social media.
- Develops content as a key copywriter for all marketing materials, including printed, online, and email campaigns.
- Develops, plans, and implements ongoing social media strategy for PlattForm utilizing the latest social platforms.
- Develops and implements PlattForm PR strategy designed to build PlattForm’s presence in the local community and the local advertising community.
- Partners with Web Developers to maintain all PlattForm websites’ content and communications.
- Manages the PlattForm blogs, including writing content and approving content.
- Approves proposed content for social media in partnership with the Director of Marketing.
- Serves as liaison between PlattForm and the media by issuing press releases, nominating and applying for local/national awards, and building positive relationships with the media.
- Produces articles for monthly newsletters as a staff writer.
- Supports MarCom team’s various responsibilities, including conferences, proposals, and other marketing campaigns as needed.
- Developing and executing social media strategy and creating content.
- Managing creative projects from conception to completion.
- Creating and writing content, articles, etc.
- Developing and executing a PR strategy, working with the media, and writing press releases.
- Deliver marketing information in a timely manner on behalf of the marketing department.
- Developing content for the web.
- Achieving ROI on marketing efforts.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or content development.
- 3+ years demonstrated experience.
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Project / Program Manager, Social Media with Sprint (Posted May 23)
- Curate and develop compelling, engaging content for posting on social platforms.
- Analytics management (i. e. weekly, monthly by post and/or program as well as holistic performance roll-ups).
- Partner with internal business owners to understand products and services in order to spearhead development of program marketing objectives and develop high quality/performing social campaigns to grow fan/follower base and result in new customers and/or churn management.
- Manage agency team peers against project deliverables (strategy, business objectives, tactics, timing, financials, metrics, etc.).
- Management of social calendar on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Posting management across social platforms.
- Analytic Skills including, identifying KPI’s, internet trends, best practices, competitive reviews.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Turn-key project management skills.
- Ability to build relationships across levels and organizations within company.
- Social Platform Knowledge – Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google+, Pinterest.
- Digital Media Knowledge.
- Acquisition and base marketing strategy experience within consumer and business industries.
- Knowledge in acquisition and base consumer/business marketing strategy.
- CAPM or similar Project Management certification.
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience or 6 years related experience post high school.
- 2 years project management or related process management experience.
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Associate Director, Social Marketing – Team Gatorade with VML agency (Updated May 23)
- Developing and supporting social marketing strategies that deliver on performance results and client business objectives.
- Team leadership with existing social clients and potential new business.
- Working on projects to ensure they are meeting internal and client expectations.
- Educating client and internal teams on social marketing channel value, best practices and ongoing evolution implications.
- Supporting and presenting as part of new and existing business development with emphasis on social marketing opportunities.
- Demonstrated success with client relationships, team management and business development
- Sports Marketing experience a must
- Excellent presentation skills (speaking and visual design) required
- Fortitude to stay calm under pressure
- Interest in additional emerging media, including mobile
- Working knowledge of social media platforms
- Understanding of social media tools and capabilities, including:
- Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.)
- Management tools (Spredfast, Shoutlet, Vitrue, etc.)
- Digital monitoring (Social Radar, Radian6, etc.)
- Influencer outreach
- Social media activation (paid, earned and amplification)
- Social media measurement/analytics - Specific hands-on experience with social marketing channels.
- 5-8 years of experience in a digital marketing environment.
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Digital Strategist with The University of Kansas (Posted May 22)
Please Note: This job is located in Lawrence, KS
The Digital Strategist is a key part of Marketing Communications team, which will lead, develop, and maintain social media site message/content strategies and also dictate, track, and monitor digital campaigns and advertisements developed and deployed by Marketing Communications and the Office of Public Affairs.
- Setting, tracking, and reporting on paid advertising campaigns as part of a comprehensive marketing plan or as standalone campaigns
- Establish social media content schedules, goals, and reports on primary KU accounts; assist with message posting as needed
- Track ku.edu site analytics and generate meaningful reports related to web traffic; assist with setting goals and tracking conversions related to online campaigns
- Update content on primary university web pages including KU’s homepage, ku.edu
- Provide assistance and guidance to other social media administrators and communicators through personal consultation and communication via phone, email, and in-person meetings
- Participate as a member of the Interactive Media team to develop web processes rooted in industry best practices, using a variety of communication and organizational skills to explore and present solutions for various clients including analysis of web usage statistics.
- Create and maintain features developed by Marketing Communications in conjunction with other departments and elsewhere on campus.
- Demonstrated experience as an administrator of social media technology such as Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, Instagram, blogs, and community software.
- Experience with digital measurement and listening tools such as Google Analytics, Facebook Insights, Twitter Analytics, YouTube Insights, Hootsuite, Salesforce, and/or other related tools/online services.
- Experience with SEO and how to ethically optimize content for maximum exposure.
- Experience with coordinating research and growth initiatives, and comfortable working with, interpreting, and presenting data findings.
- Working knowledge of web usability best practices, content strategy, and content management methods and systems.
- Experience with Doubleclick and Google AdWords.
- Experience with creating and curating quality digital content.
- Proficiency with Mac OS, Microsoft Office, and working knowledge and experience with multimedia software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, and a working understanding of Drupal and HTML/CSS.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills.
- A team player with self-initiative, a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Must be self-motivated and possess a strong attention to detail and contribute to issue identification and problem solving.
- Project management and prioritization skills to establish and manage critical deadlines.
- Knowledge of Web content accessibility guidelines (such as Section 508) and W3C standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field, such as journalism, advertising, account management, communications, marketing, graphic design, or industrial design from an accredited college, university or school.
- Minimum 2 years of experience with some combination of: digital, mobile, web product, social media strategy, digital marketing or similar role in an agency setting or an in-house design unit.
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Social Media/Digital Coordinator/Specialist with Inquest Marketing (Posted May 21)
The purpose of this role is to assist in managing, developing, & distributing content for agency B2B and B2C clients’ social media and online communities. This energetic and dynamic personality will help to establish internal processes and procedures around social media interaction, establishing base communities in various social media platforms, and optimizing existing content for distribution across various channels. The ideal candidate will have a previous writing, social media and/or content-related background.
- Assist – Implement, manage, and coordinate on social media profiles including daily monitoring, management, postings and general outreach across all clients and accounts as directed.
- Launch and manage social media activities on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube, mobile and other relevant emerging technologies.
- Understand client objectives and the ability to craft effective social media communication strategies to meet goals.
- Review statistics and monitor site analytics, and optimize to improve campaign/project performance.
- Create publishing and syndication schedules.
- Write engaging content that adheres to brand voice/tone and messaging guidelines.
- Publish approved content to key sites and blogs.
- Utilize licensed community management applications.
- Work closely with management/stakeholders to ensure all deliverables meet marketing objectives and maintain brand standards.
- Monitor community discussions and consolidate top level findings and community insights for management team.
- Generate reports to update team on campaign and engagement statistics.
- Thorough understanding of social media channels and tactics, with existing, active accounts across key social media networks.
- Very strong written / verbal communication skills.
- Work well in an agency/team setting.
- Must have an innate curiosity for new technology and a passion for what’s new, hot and trendy online.
- Cursory knowledge of html, WordPress and design software (ie photoshop and illustrator) is a big plus.
- Google AdWords/SEM experience, SEO knowledge a plus.
- Bachelors degree in Communications, Advertising, New Media, or related field.
- 1-2 yrs experience/proven track record of building and managing online communities and increasing engagement using a variety of social media & online tools and platforms.
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Manager, Communications with DineEquity, Inc. (Posted May 21)
- Develop and implement the internal communications strategy.
- Serve as the main voice to franchisee and team member audiences.
- Lead and manage primary internal communications tools including portals and internal facing social media initiatives.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Strong technical skills – including solid experience in social media.
- Ability to manage outside agencies.
- Solid Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
- A thorough understanding of communications strategy, development and audience influence are keys to success.
- Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or Marketing.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a public relations agency or in a corporate communications position.
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Senior Public Relations Specialist with Honeywell (Posted May 21)
- Manages complex, strategic public relations projects from inception to completion by establishing requirements, writing, presentation research and speech development solutions for use on KCP’s internal and external stakeholders.
- Supports key messaging to internal and external stakeholders to include MyPortal, signage, Honeywell/NNSA promotions, community and education outreach, activities, and related.
- Develops and prepares comprehensive communications, reports, presentations and white papers on analysis or interpretation.
- Builds and refines presentations for senior leaders and other special initiatives.
- Initiates and participates in strategic sessions to plan, counsel, develop, and manage projects related to internal and external communications, initiatives or issues; provides communication advice to senior leaders.
- Serves as a strategic PR/communications contact for senior management on related internal matters.
- Maintains portfolio of internal communication templates for workforce to use.
- Co-manages PR program tied to media influencing activities and campaigns.
- Provides reporting and analysis for program results and makes recommendation for improvement and/or change.
- Networks and monitors industry to identify trends and competitive work to anticipate design shifts, improve presence and ensure market leadership.
- Experience in strategic planning, composing and editing publicity materials.
- Applied experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience in company or site spokesperson role.
- Familiarity with government contract work environment.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism, Public Relations, English, Communications or related discipline.
- 5+ years work experience with internal and/or external communications, and/or media relations, and/or marketing communication.
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Part-time Marketing/Event Coordinator with Whole Life Chiropractic (Posted May 21)
The selected individual will be a confident, energetic, positive, self-starter with strong people skills. S/He will plan and execute internal and external events, and build relationships with companies, attorneys, and doctors in the area. Applicants must have exceptional oral communications and writing skills, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team.
This position requires proficiency in MS Office including Word and Excel. No marketing experience necessary, but individuals with customer service experience are strongly encouraged to apply. The position is part time, around 15-20 hours a week (more if attending an event). There will some evenings and weekends worked.
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Program Manager-Content Strategy with H&R Block (Posted May 21)
The Program Manager-Content Strategy will work closely with product owners, user experience, and technical leads in creating and maintaining the client experience vision. We’re looking for a passionate content maven who can drive a full suite of content deliverables within our digital products and services.
- Write clear and engaging user interface text and help content for web, desktop, and / or mobile applications.
- Work closely with user researchers, user interface designers, and product managers to understand key customer needs, set content goals, and iterate until those goals are met.
- Prepare detailed content matrices, editorial guidelines, taxonomies, and governance models.
- Lead discussions and reviews of content strategy deliverables with stakeholders, including internal team and clients.
- Ensure consistency in writing style and voice is delivered across channels.
- Ensure content complies with brand standards, legal, and compliance.
- Conceive and ensure flawless execution of content solutions for products and services, and imagine new content strategies to enhance how we serve our clients’ needs.
- Manage and guide a team of editorial professionals.
- Participate in collaborative multidisciplinary work sessions, shepherding content through agile development process.
- Develop and implement assigned program(s), including coordinating the business change. Act as a single point of contact for assigned program(s).
- Provide regular status updates to leadership teams.
- Monitor and mitigate project / program risks.
- Ensure completion of program deliverables. Ensure projects that are part of the program are delivered on time and on budget with superior quality.
- Excellent copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills; exceptional attention to detail.
- Must have background in web content and the ability to write concisely and effectively to create web experiences that are compelling, informative, and user-friendly.
- Experience working with content management systems.
- User empathy and a passion for creating great user experiences.
- Knowledge of web analytics.
- Knowledge of business case development including cost / benefit analysis, NPV, current and future state assessments.
- Advanced oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills to communicate with and persuade a wide range of audiences.
- Strong supervisory and matrix management skills and ability to oversee tasks delegated to others.
- 7-10 years of business experience.
- 4+ years demonstrated experience writing for the web.
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Part-time Events Coordinator with Kansas City Zoo (Posted May 21)
- Assist with the creation of attendance and revenue generating events.
- Assist the planning, organization and execution of events within a budget.
- Assist with the creation and execution of print, broadcast, radio, social and electronic media.
- Ensure completion of self-assigned and delegated assignments.
- Coordinate events with staff, volunteers and volunteer coordinator.
- Evaluate and recommend changes and upgrades to events.
- Assist with marketing events and the Kansas City Zoo with the goal of selling repeat visits.
- Guarantee special partnerships and sponsorship fulfillment details are completed.
- Be a liaison to various corporate and non-profit organizations or other partnerships holding events at the Zoo.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Great ability to problem solve: identify possible outcomes from a variety of solutions.
- Excellent computer and internet skills.
- Public speaking skills.
- College degree or pursuing a degree in marketing, communication, tourism, journalism or related field.
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Public Communications Manager with City of Lenexa (Posted May 20)
- Responsible for coordinating efforts and advising departments and staff on strategies to communicate effectively with the city’s various audiences, both internal and external.
- Strategizing with departments and staff to develop communications/marketing plans for various initiatives and ensure that the messages reach the appropriate audience in the most effective and cost efficient way.
- Responsible for supervising and directing the professional communications staff.
- Ensuring Lenexa is using emerging communication platforms when appropriate, and demonstrate the importance of the platforms to staff and the public.
- Overseeing content and design for the city’s print and electronic communications, including newsletters, news releases, flyers, year in review, posters, direct mail pieces, e-mail updates, and websites.
- Highly talented, super creative, excellent communicator who thrives on proactive, strategic, and forward-thinking communication and can anticipate the needs of the organization and our citizens.
- Must be able to succeed working in a small team environment with responsibilities and often tight deadlines.
- A demonstrated working knowledge of photography, layout/graphic design, and desktop design software including InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Windows and Office products.
- Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Communications, Public Relations, Business/Management, Marketing/Advertising.
- 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in the field of communications, media coverage, public relations or a related area.
- 5 years of project management experience including plan development, team management and development, communications gathering, delivery and dissemination.
- 3+ years’ experience in supervising a staff.
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Senior Writer with Dairy Farmers of America Association (Posted May 20)
The Writer will focus on delivering timely, accurate and meaningful content for communications vehicles including newsletters, a quarterly magazine, programs and services publications, web content, presentations and more. In addition, will be responsible for some weekly and monthly publications to employees and members.
- Develop original content and organize information in writing from a variety of resources in order to produce, for multiple audiences, professional, accurate and timely news items for the daily, weekly and monthly member publications and web portals.
- Draft, edit and provide copy updates for core collateral materials.
- Provide content for internal employee newsletter.
- Create effective content for presentations.
- Monitor websites and ensure consistency of style, content and quality.
- Organize projects and prioritize to meet all deadlines.
- Assist publications manager in managing verbal brand standards for the company.
- Excellent Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and AP style skills required.
- Strong editing skills required.
- Ability to think critically and understand company brand standards.
- Experience in agricultural communications is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in writing and editing, 5-7 years preferred.
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Director of Marketing Communications with Village Presbyterian Church (Posted May 17)
- Manage the strategy and development, design, implementation,planning and coordination of communications for church members and external audiences including news media.
- Collaborate with key church staff to determine and meet creative and communication needs for wide variety of ministries.
- Oversee creative projects and creative decisions aligned with brand guidelines, moving the church toward a marketing focus.
- Produce or manage concepts, materials and design elements.
- Direct all creative development, updates, content maintenance of website and social media.
- Develop marketing materials including emails, brochures, flyers, education materials and presentation slide decks.
- Proficient in copywriting.
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat. Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred.
- Experience as a team manager with ability to effectively monitor tasks; ability to review, edit and approve proofs of materials developed by staff members.
- Social media strategy experience necessary.
- 7-10 years experience with holistic marketing strategy via a diversity of communication.
Send resume to carolyn@villagepres.org
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Marketing Communications Junior Associate with Superior Management Group (Posted May 17)
- Implementation of marketing plans, including product positioning, campaign strategies, and market strategy insights.
- Discovery of strategic business opportunities through cross function collaboration with sales, HR, etc.
- Marketing opportunity for revenue.
- Provide product/service support in order to establish proper channels of information and communication.
- Responsible for branding, advertising, trade shows, company events and promotional collateral.
- Work with management on projects dealing with media relations, business communications, success stories.
- Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
- Must have wide range of experience and understanding of the marketing including product positioning, pricing, promotions, market research, sales and distribution.
- Should be a proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently. Need strong ability to set priorities, solve problems, and be resourceful under pressure.
- Experience working with agency/client partners, exhibiting the ability to generate maximum return through effective marketing strategies and direction.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising or Journalism.
- Minimum 0 to 5 years of relevant experience in marketing management with proven success, however we offer paid training.
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Online Content Writer with Turn The Page Online Marketing (Posted May 17)
- Collaborate across all departments in the development of copy for various media (blog posts, articles, web pages), as well as assist with the development of new ideas and concepts.
- Produce and edit content that adheres to best practices in tagging, keyword usage, headline creation and basic search optimization.
- Conduct copy edit to ensure blog posts are error-free and conform to style guide and quality standards.
- Strategize and provide feedback to account team regarding blog themes and topics for clients.
- Familiarity with AP style preferred.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proven editing ability.
- Ability to write and edit in a high volume production environment.
- Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills.
- Bachelors degree required (English, Communications or Journalism preferred).
- WordPress and/or Blogger experience preferred.
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Link Building Coordinator with MMGY Global agency (Posted May 17)
This position will manage and execute search marketing link building campaigns for clients in the hospitality, travel and entertainment industries. This person will support organic search marketing plans and execute link building initiatives in order to strengthen client search engine rankings. This includes researching, identifying, negotiating, securing and reviewing linking opportunities on blogs, news, and other websites.
- Work with client services and search marketing team to identify link building campaign goals.
- Learn about the importance of anchor text, PageRank, compliance with Google’s best practices, and other site authority metrics.
- Perform internal and competitive inbound link analysis.
- Perform technical link audits.
- Research and analyze link building opportunities.
- Negotiate link building contracts and contract renewals.
- Compose and test anchor text and ad copy to produce optimal effectiveness of links.
- Review and report link building placement results.
- Track results and monitor referrals using Google Analytics.
- Build monthly, quarterly and annual link building client reports.
- Stay educated on emerging link building trends and opportunities.
- Cultivate client relationships at the project level.
- Manage time and campaign budgets.
- Help identify new revenue opportunities in existing clients.
- Accurate time budgeting and time entry.
- Educate clients on the importance of link building as part of a search strategy.
- Must possess strong ability to communicate clearly.
- Fluent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Understanding of search engine marketing.
- Experience working with Content Management Systems.
- Knowledge of social media marketing tools.
- 4-year degree or equivalent experience.
- No experience necessary; search marketing experience a plus.
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Communications Manager with Dairy Farmers of America (Posted May 16)
The Communications Manager will manage and execute diverse projects targeting DFA’s external and employee audiences, with an emphasis on proactively developing strategic and creative traditional and social media initiatives.
- Identify opportunities and pitch stories that positively position the Cooperative and its members with national, trade and local media outlets.
- Write news releases, bylined articles and other editorial materials that adhere to brand and AP style standards.
- Execute various media relations activities, including responding to media inquiries, monitoring, contact list management, etc.
- Further develop and facilitate DFA social media presence and ongoing strategy, including regular posts, monitoring and creating member resources.
- Assist in the development and execution of employee communications strategies for DFA’s headquarters office in Kansas City, as well as offices and plants across the nation.
- Assist in creating and executing various communications initiatives that enhance the visibility and image of DFA’s Commercial Investments division.
- Provide additional support to the Director of Media Relations and Public Affairs as needed, in areas such as advertising, special projects, event planning, etc.
- Must be highly energetic, organized and driven to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Handle multiple tasks and assignments at the same time.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field.
- 5-7 years related professional work experience.
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Email Marketing Strategist with DEG agency (Posted May 16)
- Lead strategic initiatives for digital marketing clients by translating strategic objectives into actionable, measured projects.
- Develop and deliver Quarterly Plans and Statements of Work focused around email and mobile marketing campaigns to achieve client objectives.
- Analyze campaigns and subscriber data to identify progressive profiling, segmentation, key insights, trends and recommendations.
- Write Strategic Action Plans and lead the execution of the plan including managing any special projects.
- Serve as a key client service contact, providing consultative guidance as it relates to email and mobile marketing best practices and industry trends.
- Develop and deliver best practice seminars demonstrating thought leadership, in-person and via webinars, to clients and prospects.
- Provide direction to one or more Account Coordinators to provide full service email marketing needs to clients. Direction includes assigning tasks, overseeing the team’s workload and ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
- Communicate and coordinate resources with the graphic design, engineering and web development account service teams to execute full service email and mobile campaigns and integrations.
- Meet quality assurance standards when overseeing creative and campaign execution to ensure accuracy and client satisfaction.
- Provide a second level of support and serve as an escalation point of contact to one-to-one marketing clients.
- Comfortable with public speaking and delivering presentations to small and large groups.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated writing/communication, interpersonal and client relationship skills.
- Ability to adeptly multi-task several projects at one time.
- Excellent logical reasoning and analytical skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
- Desire to build technologically advanced marketing programs.
- A background in eCRM, data analytics, and business intelligence is strongly preferred but not required.
- Applicants with experience utilizing the ExactTarget platform will be given special consideration. Experience with mobile marketing campaigns preferred but not required.
- A related college degree or equivalent is required.
- 5+ years of client-facing digital marketing experience required. Experience should include campaign ideation, platform integrations, subscriber data flow, strategic advisement and client relationships.
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New Business Development Position with Spiral 16 (Posted May 16)
Position will focus on direct sales to companies, marketing agencies, and research firms
of our Internet monitoring and research platform/services within the U.S. or other
English-speaking countries. Travel is minimal, as most sales processes and demos can be
completed via telephone and Internet.
Position is full-time with a no-cap compensation plan including a base salary with
commission and benefits.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of sales experience, with a consistent track record of superior performance in meeting/exceeding quota. Software sales experience required.
- Experience working in and/or selling to marketing agencies, research firms and/or marketing/communications departments at corporations.
- Strong understanding of new technologies and social media communications required.
- Proven ability to prospect, create, and manage a pipeline of leads from beginning to end.
- Experience managing complex sales cycles ranging from 3-12 months is ideal.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to jobs@spiral16.com.
Senior Interactive Copywriter with Intouch Solutions agency (Posted May 16)
- Responsible for conceptualizing ideas and developing written content.
- Leads specific assignments, oversees teams, is involved in strategy development, and ensures that concepts are on strategy.
- Provides direction and support to assigned subordinates, and should have solid presentation skills that may be utilized to sell the agency’s work to prospective clients.
- Successful management of projects of all scopes through the Creative Services lifecycle.
- Knowledge of marketing/advertising principles, methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of writing for the Web, including strategy development.
- Ability to ascertain what is and isn’t doable within a given timeframe and offer alternative solutions.
- Ability to meet client and project deadlines.
- Ability to manage several projects at once.
- Demonstrated experience working with internal and external account service and creative teams.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 6+ years of copywriting and pharmaceutical marketing experience.
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Director of Publications and Trade Show with National Auctioneers Association (Posted May 16)
Deadline to apply is May 31
- Planning, writing, editing monthly 68-page publication and two electronic newsletters per month.
- Maintenance of web content.
- Serving as liaison to sales force for all advertising and sponsorship process.
- Manages all aspects of annual 25,000 square foot trade show.
- Manages Marketing and Sales Coordinator and Graphic Designer.
- Experience in web production is required.
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, electronic marketing, or communications and at least 5 years of editorial experience.
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Director of Communications and Marketing with Marillac non-profit (Posted May 15)
(hat tip to PRSA Kansas City for the job lead)
Directs and executes marketing and communications efforts to meet organizational objectives. Effectively promotes the messages and branding of Marillac and develops materials that reflect the organization’s vision, mission and philosophy. Provides oversight and directs publicity and media relations. Provides marketing support to the various departments within Marillac and reports to the President & CEO.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to plan, organize, and implement within deadlines an annual marketing plan.
- Ability to write in a clear, concise, journalistic style.
- Expert knowledge of public relations, community relations and marketing communications strategies and techniques.
- Strong knowledge of media relations, news outlets and advertising venues.
- Ability to interface with various individuals and groups that can further the cause of the Marillac, especially from a PR/Marketing standpoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to give and follow written and oral instructions and collaborate with others.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet rigorous deadlines; performs all job functions on a timely basis.
- Knowledge of appropriate disability language.
Essential Functions:
- Define and implement all marketing policies and practices providing guidance to the Institute in the effective use of marketing methods, tools and resources.
- Develops and ensures the implementation of an annual marketing plan and specified campaigns.
- Assists in the development of the Strategic Marketing Plan.
- Consults with all Marillac departments to ascertain marketing needs and provide support as appropriate.
- Develop ongoing strategy to promote Marillac events and Program initiatives providing support, as necessary.
- Responsible for the design, development and production of Marillac marketing materials such as brochures, print materials, videos, PowerPoint presentations and displays.
- Provides marketing usage guidelines and approves the use of all marketing materials representing Marillac to the public to ensure consistency of message and branding.
- Originates/approves press releases about Marillac including those written by community partners and other organizations.
- Serves on marketing committees for major Marillac events and works with counterparts at other organizations to promote events involving Marillac.
- Plans and coordinates publicity and photography for Marillac events and oversees scheduling television appearances and news coverage including developing and pitching local, regional and national stories.
- Directs the development of advertising including billboard, television, radio and print.
- Serves as the primary public relations contact for media and community partners.
- Writes/edits copy for promotional materials as necessary.
- Supervises the ongoing content of the Marillac website; develops and edits content for the website as needed.
- Supervises production of Marillac publications, including scheduling photo shoots and developing content when necessary.
- Supervises professional photo shoots and oversees organization and maintenance of Marillac photo library.
- Works with the Marketing and Resource Development Committee of the Board of Directors to establish and implement marketing goals.
- Develop and monitor marketing and printing budgets.
- Coordinates the usage of outsourced marketing support and consults with vendors as necessary.
- Provides guidance, as necessary, for the Marillac newsletters Provides on-going training of Marillac staff concerning Marillac messages.
- Responsible for providing marketing data for Comprehensive Outcomes Report.
- Ensures the verification of releases for photographed Marillac patients, students, trainees, staff and others to protect the confidentiality rights of stakeholders.
- Must provide demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Knowledge and experience in photography, printing, editing, design layout, social media, basic html knowledge and experience in website content management, and desktop publishing desired.
- General understanding of Photo Shop, InDesign, Power Point and photography is required.
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Social Media Specialist with VinSolutions, Inc. (Updated May 15)
- Write and edit social media posts.
- Assist in setting up, updating and building social media sites for our auto dealership customers.
- Daily monitoring of each client’s consumer review sites and social media sites.
- Generate creative posts daily to various social media sites across the internet.
- Weekly emails & phone calls to clients with updates on the status of their social media environment.
- Create effective emails that showcase positive results and communicate them with the client.
- Create and maintain a visible presence on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and other social media platforms for the clients.
- Continually monitor the social media landscape and related trends through webinars, research, blogging, etc.
- Strong communication skills with the VinSocial Media Team.
- Researching relevant social media content and understanding ongoing social media changes and innovations.
- Researching and developing dealership and brand specific content for posting including: automotive sales and service specials, significant products or amenities the dealership offers, and outstanding achievements or developments by an automotive brand.
- Building a relationship with the Social Media Marketing Manager and communicate with them the client’s wants and needs.
- Excellent consulting, writing, editing and communication skills, knowledge of proper grammar and spelling.
- Superior social media knowledge with high proficiency in programs such as of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Yelp.
- Experienced builder and executer of online social media set up.
- Proficient in MS Office specifically: Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Experience with Salesforce & Google Drive is a plus but not required.
- Experience working in social media preferred.
- Prior automotive industry experience is a plus.
- High school degree required and 4 year college degree preferred, in Marketing or Communications.
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Senior Marketing Coordinator with Burns & McDonnell (Posted May 15)
- Facilitates client strategy development from initial identification of new client possibilities, client research, and call planning, to focused executive summaries and brochures.
- Leads development of responses to requests for proposals/qualifications, brochures, and shortlist presentations.
- Analyzes RFPs/RFQs, organizes and assigns tasks, facilitates kickoff meetings, and drives the schedule.
- Analyzes, edits, and writes text to ensure incorporation of win themes and messages.
- Edits text for style, voice, and succinctness, and ensures compliance against RFP.
- Coordinates marketing functions/special events.
- Maintains marketing collateral for national practice including personnel resumes, project descriptions, SOQs, and presentations.
- Capability to stay organized and multi-task, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel and Power Point), In-Design.
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or business administration plus a minimum of 5-years’ experience of relevant experience within the AE consultancy market or Commissioning Sales with a focus on proposal development.
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Director of Ecommerce Marketing as recruited by Morgan Hunter (Posted May 15)
Director of Ecommerce Marketing will work very closely with the President of the company and the corporate marketing and advertising teams to devise, plan, execute and measure website campaigns, create the online catalog, and oversee Web-only promotions that will support corporate marketing initiatives.
- Devise and continually refine the daily, weekly and monthly marketing and promotional calendar for the company.
- Develop and implement the marketing strategies and website experience that will maximize sales on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Work closely with the corporate advertising and marketing team to ensure that the marketing and promotional calendar is at all times coordinated with the corporate marketing calendar, and to ensure a tight online shopping experience.
- Work closely with the teams to help define the online assortment, and to develop content strategies to most effectively present and sell our assortment on our corporate websites.
- Optimize the web platform.
- Own the website analytics.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Experience in managing an ecommerce team.
- Proficient in Excel. Knowledge of additional tools such as SQL a plus.
- Proficient with web analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Coremetrics or Omniture.
- Solid understanding of ecommerce and retail best practices, and a proven track record of being able to successfully integrate best practices into an online marketing and merchandising strategy.
- Experience in planning, managing, developing and communicating online promotional, marketing and content strategies that meet or exceed sales plans.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- 5+ years of ecommerce experience, preferably for a multi-branded multi-channel retailer.
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Public Information Supervisor with Kansas City Kansas Community College (Posted May 15)
Deadline to apply is June 2 by 5:00 pm
The Public Information Supervisor shall be responsible to the Director of College Relations for the preparation and distribution of public information to enhance the communication of the College’s mission to the public.
- Presents news releases and feature story ideas to the Director of College Relations.
- Actively searches out information for news releases and feature stories that aid in the communication of the College’s mission.
- Prepares weekly newsletter, “On Campus”.
- Working with the Director of College Relations prepares “Alumni & Friends.” publication.
- Maintains a tracking system for placement of news releases in local and area newspapers.
- Keeps information on campus marquees current and pertinent.
- Takes photographs of College events as necessary.
- Disseminates news releases and photo s to local and are media.
- Develops and maintains social media sites for College Relations.
- Must be willing to cover campus events during evenings and weekends when necessary.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with all media.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of College Relations.
- Assists Director of College Relations in writing articles for various publications and social media sites.
- Familiarity with local and area media outlets.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Must be able to function effectively and professionally under the pressure of deadlines.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be familiar with and have experience with photography.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications or Public Relations required.
- Must have 2 years’ experience in public relations or as a reporter.
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Digital Marketing Analyst with MarketSphere Consulting, LLC (Posted May 15)
The Digital Marketing (CRM/Web) Analyst will work within our internal CRM system, corporate website and other systems of record to enter, update and analyze data related to our client and prospect records and digital Marketing initiatives. Our Marketing team currently seeks an associate level candidate with the ability to review existing CRM data and identify and execute a data improvement path to support targeted, multi-channel campaigns proliferated via CRM, social media and the corporate website.
- Lead the execution of an integrated CRM strategy.
- Own the rationalization and execution of the core CRM platform strategy.
- Lead execution of ongoing updates and improvements to the corporate website.
- Act as key influencer on SEO (SME) strategy.
- Help coordinate effective marketing communications through thoughtful sales campaign design and execution, including: Social media integration, event-based campaigns, sales support resources, corporate website content, etc.
- Assist the leadership team with the development of effective web-based marketing communications and planning.
- Provide knowledge management and guidance to firm related to CRM, social media, SEO, corporate intranet and corporate website strategies.
- Focus on establishing a best practice approach to CRM platform and client engagement.
- Help support the company’s brand identity as a leading Oracle applications partner.
- Knowledge of Information Technology professional services and its processes; consulting services experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of CRM data structure, migration and 3rd party tools or applications.
- Strong data entry and data analysis skills.
- Development skills in SQL, Java/.Net and HTML/XML.
- Strong interpersonal skills within all levels of an organization.
- Strong knowledge of web design and content management.
- Point of view on approach to Social Media and SEO (SME).
- CRM expertise –Oracle or Salesforce.com (with the ability to create custom objects) preferred.
- Microsoft Office proficiency with advanced PowerPoint skills.
- Substantial Web and Social Media experience.
- BA/BS in Marketing, Computer Science, or related discipline.
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Senior Account Executive with Summit Marketing agency (Posted May 15)
- Maintain client relationships as primary point of contact of large account.
- Schedule and lead client meetings (onsite and offsite).
- Present and execute fundraising marketing strategies.
- Lead and manage internal projects, as it relates to meeting assigned client needs.
- Review, analyze and communicate marketing results.
- Resolve client-related challenges.
- Proofread documents during creative and production process.
- Strong leadership qualities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Works well independently, as well as part of a team.
- Bachelor’s degree (Marketing or Communications preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years related experience.
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Digital Buyer/Analyst with Gragg Advertising (Posted May 15)
The Digital Buyer/Analyst is responsible for assisting the Strategic Aggregation Marketing department, and other departments, with day-to-day maintenance, optimization, and project management for prospects and clients of the company. The Digital Buyer/Analyst is accountable for advertiser setup and trafficking and business analysis for the agency’s Strategic Aggregation Marketing services and products. The Digital Buyer/Analyst reports directly to the Director of Strategic Aggregation Marketing.
- Report to work during scheduled business hours.
- Research and provide recommendations to clients for placement and strategy.
- Research and provide recommendations for additional avenues of Strategic Aggregation Marketing.
- Analyze new and existing Strategic Aggregation Marketing vendors based on key performance metrics including validity rates, conversion rates and cost.
- Monitor, optimize and report to necessary team members and/or clients on performance of campaigns on a weekly basis.
- Lead analysis of Strategic Aggregation Marketing programs, establish insights from program analysis, explicitly integrate knowledge gained into future programs, and assist in distribution of knowledge through the organization.
- Manage Inquiry Aggregation marketing budgets for effectiveness and efficiency and report on performance vs. goals as directed. This includes, but is not limited to:Assist in Strategic Aggregation Marketing monthly billing and monthly vendor reconciliation.
- Analyze trending per client, per campus, and overall
- Analyze scrub rates and inefficiencies system-wide
- Manage client budgets with respect to Lead Budget Projections and overall client goals
- Assist in Strategic Aggregation Marketing monthly billing and monthly vendor reconciliation.
- 2+ years of experience working in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications (Advanced/Expert level).
- 1+ year of experience with online or digital service or product.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Client-facing experience strongly preferred.
- Core understanding of display advertising and affiliate marketing.
- Ability to strategically analyze data using basic algebraic equations.
If interested, send your resume to ebrunworth
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Intermediate Analyst, Employee and Client Communications with Citigroup Inc. (Posted May 13)
- Assist in creating, coordinating and executing effective communications programs to inform and engage site employees; content includes articles, presentations, town halls, events, web content, etc.
- Coordinate, plan and lead site events, recognition programs, volunteer efforts, and community relations opportunities.
- Prepare and distribute internal announcements; maintain group distribution lists for various communication needs.
- Assist in executing national communications programs at the site level.
- Assist in writing remarks, speeches, and talking points for site leadership.
- Coordinate and implement ongoing maintenance of intranet site, e.g., refresh content, answer questions from online forums, work with intranet liaisons.
- Strong planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to stay knowledgeable and current on new and emerging communication vehicles and technology.
- Ability to work calmly and maintain good judgment in fast-paced, demanding, and heavily matrixed environment.
- Ability to deliver presentations to a large group.
- Proven experience in planning, budgeting, and analyzing.
- Advanced skills with Dreamweaver, Sharepoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop necessary.
- Position requires frequent nights and weekend support.
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Marketing Manager with Adknowledge (Posted May 13)
This person will lead the traditional and online marketing efforts, working in conjunction with Corporate Marketing for collaboration with Adknowledge corp marketing initiatives as appropriate.
- Establish a marketing strategy and plan to broaden the distribution and adoption of the Engage product line in order to meet/exceed the objectives of the business.
- Develop product messaging and create the appropriate communications vehicles for use and distribution by the organization.
- Execute the marketing programs and measure their effectiveness against critical KPIs.
- Develop and execute plan to ensure Engage is positioned as a thought leader in the industry through case studies, influencer endorsements, industry conference engagement, etc.
- Develop a marketing dashboard to forecast and track return on marketing investment, pipeline contribution and resulting revenue.
- Develop a competitive intelligence repository and research/gather relevant information that guides strategy and execution.
- Direct experience with marketing online monetization products for web publishers.
- Past experience with a technology start up business preferred.
- Proven experience in channel marketing leveraging industry groups, conferences, key industry influencers, and publications.
- Hands on experience with most elements of online/digital marketing including search, online media, promotions, social media, PR and email marketing as well as knowledge of web analytics programs, Microsoft Office, Salesforce and other marketing tools.
- Must have effective presentation skills, excellent written communication skills, and a proven ability to educate and influence internal and external constituents.
- Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- 5 years of online advertising or Internet related marketing experience with active, relevant industry relationships.
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Business Analyst, Digital & Mobile Advertising Analytics & Reporting with Sprint (Posted May 13)
The successful candidate will be able to lead clients to optimize their digital media campaigns through the use of data mining, tests and control, digital analytics and campaign reporting.
- Lead the vision, strategies and tactics to make ‘insightful analytics’ come to life as a key differentiator for Pinsight Media+.
- Drive the data resourcing and packaging of client analytic information for inclusion in marketing/sales proposals for major brand prospects.
- Drive the data resourcing and post advertising campaign metric package and analytical observations for presentation to major brands.
- Participate with sales or account management as necessary in the interpretation and presentation of the analytics.
- Build and effectively articulate the value proposition for ‘insightful analytics’ that are unique to Sprint as a carrier in the mobile advertising industry.
- Drive the delivery of data analysis from a variety of sources.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with Sales, Account Management, Product, Analytics and supporting Vendor teams using excellent collaboration skills, strong follow-up and sharp attention to detail.
- Monitor competitor websites and media kits to provide strategic thought on the evolution of our analytics value proposition.
- Experience in a digital marketing environment or working with advertising campaign analytics and optimization.
- 5+ years of experience in driving data strategies and “connecting the dots” across multiple data sources.
- Ability to think strategically and understand the “big picture.”
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Mature client facing and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a corporate and fast paced start-up environment.
- Bachelor’s degree and 4 years related work experience or 8 years related work experience post high school.
- 3 years reporting experience.
- 3 years data analysis experience.
- 2 years experience leading processes and teams.
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Digital Marketing Campaign Coordinator with MMGY Global agency (Posted May 13)
This position will be responsible for managing assets and execution for all digital marketing campaigns pertaining to banners, emails, rich and emerging media (social, mobile, etc.). This position will reside in the Digital Marketing team however, work alongside creative, traffic and account service teams to ensure all digital assets and campaigns are timely, efficient and effective.
- Day-to-day internal contact for online campaign implementation relating to digital assets and campaign set-up, working with digital marketing, account service, traffic and creative.
- Work with Traffic to ensure work is schedule appropriately and timelines are set.
- Oversee campaign execution with online planners and buyers ensuring creative is executed efficiently and effectively and campaign launches on time.
- Develop and manage production guidelines, spec requirements for all digital media assets (banners, emails, rich media, etc.).
- Oversee, manage and maintain library of online production guidelines.
- “Go-To” person for any and all digital media asset related issues (production, timelines, campaign execution).
- Daily interact with DM Coordinator and Buyers, Traffic, Creative and Account Service to ensure timely delivery of all campaign assets and oversee campaign launch.
- Proof all digital assets from a technical aspect to ensure assets are developed to spec prior to turning over to web sites,
- Run campaign performance reports once campaign is live to ensure creative is performing accurately from a technical side and ensure campaign launches accurately in relation to timing, ad visibility, rotation schedule, etc.
- Assist with develop creative performance reports for campaigns to determine best practices for further campaigns.
- Work internally with digital team and account service to determine additional creative tests for existing and future campaigns.
- Establish methods and processes of improving online campaign efficiencies – trafficking, production, reporting, optimization, etc.
- Assist with developing digital marketing case studies for existing clients and new business presentations.
- Work alongside VP, Digital Marketing and Digital Marketing planners to assist with new business and plan research (website reach, emerging media, rich media best practices, etc.).
- Internet advertising/marketing experience.
- Analytical background and skill set.
- Accuracy and attention to detail is extremely important.
- Multi-task oriented and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Basic knowledge of web analytics (WebTrends, Stats Server, Doubleclick, Atlas, etc.).
- 4-year Degree.
- 1-2 years experience with online marketing and/or advertising agency experience.
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Digital Strategist with VML agency (Posted May 11)
- Developing and supporting social, mobile and digital marketing strategies that deliver on performance results and client business objectives.
- Working on projects to ensure they are meeting internal and client expectations.
- Educating client and internal teams on social, mobile and digital marketing value, best practices and ongoing evolution implications.
- Supporting and presenting as part of new and existing business development with emphasis on social, mobile and digital marketing opportunities.
- Specific hands-on experience with social, mobile and digital marketing channels.
- Understanding of social media tools and capabilities, including:
- Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.)
- Management tools (CoTweet, TweetDeck, Vitrue, etc.)
- Digital monitoring (Social Radar, Radian6, etc.)
- Influencer outreach
- Social media activation (paid and earned)
- Social media measurement/analytics - Working knowledge and experience in emerging media, including mobile, AR, 2D codes and more.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated success with client relationships, team management and business development.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
- CPG or experience a plus.
- Excellent presentation skills (speaking and visual design) required.
- Working knowledge of social media platforms.
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Website Account Manager with VinSolutions (Updated May 11)
The Website Account Manager is the main point of contact for their dealerships and is responsible for building and maintaining excellent relationships with the Dealer Principle/General Manager at each customer site. Through proactive contact with customers the Website Account Manager will advise clients on their digital marketing strategy, focusing on the dealership’s Internet presence and use of VinSolutions digital platform. On a daily basis, the Website Account Manager will also provide first tier technical support, product training, and feature information and consult with clients on new product(s) that align with the client’s business objectives.
- Proactively contact clients to offer advice on areas to improve the performance of their digital marketing suite.
- Consult with clients on best practices relating to their digital marketing strategy as well as the best usage of the VinSolutions website platform.
- Review client reporting and provide advertising analysis on a monthly basis.
- Conduct regular reviews with clients to ensure negative patterns are identified and positive trends are communicated.
- Identify opportunities for improvement with SEM, SEO, website layout and functionality, lead generation opportunities, etc.
- Share articles and industry information with contacts.
- Provide the Sales Team with referrals as needed.
- Monitor sites on a weekly basis for any errors to ensure optimal site performance.
- Must be able to handle difficult clients with confidence and escalate issues appropriately through their manager.
- Working knowledge of website platforms, layout, and functionality.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 3-4 years of relevant work experience.
- 2 years of experience in Account Management or relevant experience.
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Marketing Specialist II with Commerce Bank (Posted May 11)
The Commercial Marketing Specialist will be responsible for providing overall marketing support for the Commercial Line of Business.
- Recommend and implement programs that maintain the Line of Business (LOB)’s competitive position within the market place.
- Managing marketing campaigns, advertising, direct marketing, social media, trade shows and other types of marketing support to meet business goals.
- Managing multiple tasks and projects in a fast paced environment and will be responsible for tracking ROI and managing budgets and deadlines.
- Must be highly organized and have proven project management skills, excellent verbal/written communications skills.
- Experience in social media, direct marketing and creative development/evaluation is required.
- Must understand business needs/competitive environment/financial analysis, ROI, profitability and be able to complete business case justifications.
- Must know Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Understand print production processes, strategy development, how to manage creative development as well as understand principles of strategic marketing.
- Superior vendor management and client relationship building skills are required.
- Financial services experience highly preferred.
- College degree in marketing, advertising, or communications. MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years marketing experience in a corporate project management environment.
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Director of Marketing & PR with Saint Luke’s Health System (Posted May 10)
- Responsible for developing and executing the communications plan for targeted product lines, services, or entities of Saint Luke’s Health System.
- Candidates should be well-versed in developing astute, data-driven marketing and communications strategies designed to produce quantifiable results.
- Execution of these plans will require a high level of familiarity with advertising/promotion, media/public relations, social media, digital implementation, website management, and event planning.
- Requires proven project management experience with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and budgets in fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of marketing/communications experience, preferably within health care industry.
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Marketing Manager with C2FO (Posted May 9)
We are currently looking for talented, organized, and self-driven candidates that will succeed in a fast-paced digital marketing management role developing, building, executing and reporting on digital marketing campaigns to grow our C2FO market participation and financial success.
- A passion for e-CRM.
- Prior experience with an e-CRM system such as Exact Target or Pardot.
- Experience in managing end-to-end digital marketing programs.
- Worked with a variety of direct marketing tactics including:
E-mail, e-newsletters, direct mail, social media, website, video & white paper content. - Ability to take minimal campaign direction to develop and implement digital marketing strategies.
- Ability to develop goal oriented campaigns where ongoing results can be tested, tracked and refined.
- Experience developing and executing an eCRM plan to achieve performance outcomes, including traffic and revenue generation.
- Experience owning Google Analytics campaign setup and reporting on key findings and recommendations to enhance the overall program.
- Ability to run campaign tests and refine approach based on results.
- Prior financial industry experience.
- Ability to direct campaign content and write content as needed.
- A solid acumen of financial management concepts.
- Strong qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills.
- Experience using salesforce.com or similar lead management tool.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams including project management, product development, technical, sales and marketing.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 5 to 7 year of direct-marketing/digital experience.
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Development Associate: Database Coordinator & Event Manager with Bishop Ward High School (Posted May 9)
Successfully promote and support the mission of Bishop Ward High School through effective coordination of the Raisers Edge data base and lead fundraising efforts for special events to generate revenue.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for managing the accuracy of 20,000+ records in the Raisers Edge (RE) Database to ensure current and consistent information is kept for all alumni, students and friends.
- Analyzing data and creating lists will be required to target alumni and friends for fund development activities.
- Coordination with the business office to ensure all monetary and in-kind gifts presented to the development office are account for is essential in this role as well as providing proper recognition and thanks via mail, email and phone calls.
- Responsible for generating revenue through special events that build community and school spirit among alumni, parents and friends of the school.
- Expected to be a team player and offer support for pop-up events in the school that are held to recognize and thank donors and friends.
- Time management of multiple projects while maintaining structure and deadlines.
- Knowledge of Raisers Edge software and ability to provide timely and accurate reports on various campaigns, funds and appeals.
- Strong social skills with attention to detail are important.
- Effective communication in written, verbal, personal and presentation style formats with a wide variety of individuals.
- Problem solver and the ability to work with limited resources for a creative solution.
- Establish highly effective relationships with members of Bishop Ward High School’s development team, faculty, teachers, students, parents, alumni, volunteers and donors.
- Utilize technology on a regular basis for research, data collection, reporting and analysis.
- Manage budget and expenses to maximize event success.
- Creatively involve, coordinate and support alumni leaders and parents for special events.
- Recruit volunteers to support events.
Position Requirements:
- Demonstrate passion for the mission of Bishop Ward High School.
- Demonstrate successes in the area of data base management and assisting others on now to use the data base to meet their needs.
- Demonstrate attention to detail in order to prepare accurate reports.
- Proven ability to work as part of a high performing team of development professionals.
- Demonstrated excellence with written and verbal communication skills, public speaking and presentation skills and highly effective interpersonal skills.
- Understand the importance of relationship development.
- Strong character and values to role model for students.
If interested, send your resume to Maggie Mohrfeld, Director of Development at mmohrfeld@wardhigh.org
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Community Outreach Coordinator with Lawrence Habitat for Humanity (Posted May 8)
Note: Job is located in Lawrence, KS
Develop, market and enhance the affiliate’s relationships in the community while assessing community capacity and competence to solve housing issues. Represent the affiliate at community meetings in the focus area, report back, and serve as a link between other organizations and the affiliate for communications, resource sharing and insuring community input into plans for housing improvement activities.
- Build awareness of Habitat and its programs through speaking engagements, marketing tools and media outlets.
- Develop a smart and effective plan for social media outlets, including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, blogs and the Google suite of products (including AdWords). Be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of social media plan.
- Also responsible for the daily maintenance of LawrenceHabitat.org and COC must be familiar with WordPress.
- Be active with Lawrence Habitat’s covenant churches and continually recruit new partners in the faith community.
- Build and sustain working relationships and communication with community associations; housing advocates and coalitions; business leaders; lenders; grant funders; faith based organizations and churches; school administrators, schools, universities and youth groups; and other institutions.
- Work closely with staff to develop content for Habitat’s website and newsletter that communicates the ways that affiliate seeks to engage with community partners. The external newsletter is monthly and done through Constant Contact. An internal newsletter for the board is bi-weekly.
- Attend staff meetings and work collaboratively with the Executive Director, Director of Operations, Construction Manager, ReStore Manager, all staff and Board members.
- Identify and coordinate community outreach activities.
- Serve as the liaison to other community groups identified by the Executive Director and/or work plan.
- Provide timely and accurate records and reports from community outreach efforts.
- Work with other like-minded community groups to identify and prioritize community issues.
- Develop strategies to engage community residents in housing related issues.
- Work with local media outlets to get the word out about Lawrence Habitat, including press releases.
- Some travel required for training sessions and conferences.
- Proven management and organizational skills.
- Passionate about the mission of Habitat for Humanity.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with public and private entities in order to maximize affiliate strategic goals and plans.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and on top of social media trends.
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
- At least 3 years of professional experience working with volunteers, donors and/or community outreach activities.
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Social Media Producer with KMBC 9 News (Posted May 8)
KMBC 9 News in Kansas City seeks a social media producer that can take the connection with our viewers to the next level. We’re looking for someone with television or online journalism experience who understands the strong bond between digital reporting and social media. The right candidate will be able to work quickly and accurately, has solid news judgment and very strong writing skills.
This is not an entry level position and requires early morning, late evening and weekend availability.
- Assisting in maintaining and updating KMBC 9 News’ social media accounts.
- Analyzing and distributing data rich reports on the success of various campaigns.
- Collaborating between departments and accounts to maintain a singular station message.
- Maintaining the station’s CMS to assist in updating KMBC.com.
- Must possess a robust portfolio of social media pages platforms, ranging from Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram and others.
- Strong graphics skills and comfortable using Adobe Premier and Photoshop.
- Must also demonstrate a proven track record in expanding an organization’s footprint in social media through the use of analytics.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Interested candidates should send a resume and references to: KMBC-TV Sherrie Brown, News Director Attn: Social Media Producer 6455 Winchester Avenue Kansas City, MO 64133 or email at Newsdirectorkmbc@gmail.com. No phone calls please.
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SEO Specialist with VinSolutions (Updated May 8)
- Review and analyze client sites for areas that need to improved, deleted, revamped, etc., as requested by your manager.
- Prepare detailed SEO reports, as requested by your manager.
- Submit client sites to directories and major search engines.
- Liaise with many different departments and professionals, inside VinSolutions and with independent contractors representing the client.
- Perform SEO procedure for sites before launching in Motosnap, our dealership CRM tool.
- Manage tickets from live websites to edit SEO settings.
- Proficient in current search engine optimization standards and trends.
- Keyword Analysis & Research: In-depth knowledge of keyword research to improve organic search results.
- Search Engine Guidelines: Keeps abreast of white hat and black hat tactics so as not to run afoul of search engine guidelines.
- Professional experience writing and reading CSS, PHP and HTML.
- Proficient working with CMS and WYSIWYG tools.
- Intermediate ability in reading and writing SEO compliant text.
- Familiar with SEO tools; Webmaster tools, Google Analytics, etc.
- Intermediate skills necessary in Windows Office suite.
- Comfortable working with individual customers on the phone and via email, explaining SEO procedures.
- Google Analytics Certified.
- Keen knowledge of SEO best practices.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of web experience is preferred.
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Marketing Assistant with Industrial Sales Company, Inc. (Posted May 8)
Marketing, sales and advertising coordination for enhanced communication with the Marketing, Sales, and Purchasing Departments. Specifically, working out details on marketing programs and events demands follow-through on many issues.
- Assists the Marketing Manager in conceptual design and development of marketing, advertising and sales promotions to enhance the overall Company market share.
- Assist the Sales Personnel to assure the support activities for the Marketing and Sales Departments are implemented.
- Coordinates sales programs, special promotions and overall Company advertising activities.
- Assists the Sales Department with special projects that are programmed for extra sales opportunities; i.e., trade shows, seminars, hospitality events, contests, “specials,” etc.
- Prepares reports and various documents to measure results and advise on various sales and promotional activities.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.
- Undergraduate degree from a 4 year college with a major in Business Administration or Marketing.
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Account Manager with Osborn & Barr agency (Posted May 8)
Osborn Barr is looking for a dynamic Account Supervisor to lead an important segment of one of the agencys largest clients. Under the supervision of the director, this position is responsible for being the liaison between the client and the agency to position client issues and services, products and brands in the marketplace.
- Participate in strategic planning with the Director to understand the clients campaign objectives and the strategic positioning of the product in the marketplace.
- Develops and implements PR, advertising and special project plans, tactics and ideas that can be presented to the clients to support their products and initiatives.
- Typical activities may include assisting in the preparation of programs; ensuring implementation of plans with in a deadline or budget; writing of key client documents including memos, news releases, interviews, feature articles, sales pieces and other materials; develop and maintain media relations; development and execution of special events; representing client at events and or tradeshows; maintaining regular client contact; conducting meetings; reporting progress to client and team.
- Interfaces with agency services groups and others to plan, oversee and coordinate the design, production and completion of client projects.
- Supervises the day-to-day liaison with the client on all aspects of strategically conducting an integrated marketing communications campaign.
- Assists and manages overall account budget.
- Provides leadership for team members assisting on the account.
- Interfaces with executive members, acts as a team liaison when necessary.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry expertise: Ag media relations and animal heal industry experience required.
- Able to synthesize information and provide analysis.
- Strong generalist with an emphasis on writing and project management.
- Business acumen (financial, marketing and strategic) skills necessary to effectively interface with clients and strategically position issues, products and brands in the marketplace.
- Negotiating skills necessary to participate in contract negotiations with clients and vendors.
- Communication skills (verbal, written and listening) to interface/present with and to clients.
- Interpersonal skills to provide direction within and outside the agency.
- BA or BS degree in Marketing, Advertising Communications (Journalism) or Business Administration.
- 7+ years prior public relations experience or the equivalent in an agency.
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Marketing Support Specialist with Jack Henry and Associates (Posted May 7)
Under moderate supervision, responsible for the entire life cycle of marketing initiatives for assigned product lines, including marketing planning and strategic development, implementation & execution, ongoing review and updates, and performance documentation & reporting.
- Lead the strategic and tactical development and execution of marketing initiatives for assigned product lines, including trade show support, webinars, collateral, website content, email marketing, direct mail, and advertising.
- Regularly interact with appropriate business units to evaluate marketing plans, identify new needs, make updates to plans, and monitor ongoing progress.
- Support all Corporate Marketing initiatives, including national sales meetings, educational conferences and user forums, participating as a representative or leading initiatives as appropriate.
- Develop, implement, and utilize tools and strategies to measure the success of marketing initiatives.
- Evaluate the overall success of various marketing initiatives, reporting results and making adjustments to initiatives as appropriate.
- Manage incoming lead distribution among team members and business units, and assist with monthly reporting of departmental leads and closed sales.
- In tandem with product representatives and copywriters, interview customers to obtain case study content, following up to obtain the appropriate approvals.
- Support the marketing efforts of partners and resellers, maintaining excellent relationships and proactively identifying opportunities to advance marketing initiatives.
- Conduct ongoing media and market analysis and help support media relationships.
- Remain informed of new technology, processes, or other changes that may affect business, product development, or target markets.
- Coordinate speaking arrangements and public appearances, identifying appropriate appearances as defined by marketing initiatives.
- Advertising agency experience a plus.
- Financial software & technology marketing experience a plus.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Experience working with marketing databases.
- General knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook).
- Ability to quickly learn new online tools for the creation, distribution, and maintenance of emails, landing pages, website, mailing lists, webinars, etc. as appropriate.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in related field.
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Social Media Coordinator with Global Connections, Inc. (Posted May 6)
- Responsible for the management of our social media presence on multiple platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and other relevant websites.
- Developing brand awareness, generating inbound traffic and encouraging product adoption.
- Launch and manage all aspects of our blogs, suggest blog topics and conduct outreach, promotion, and building relationships with social media community influencers.
- Monitor social media conversations to identify opportunities and potential issues.
- Research and identify bloggers and other key media influencers and communities appropriate for our corporate influencer campaigns.
- Monitor emerging trends and provide recommendations for evolving new social media strategies and tactics.
- Respond to members by social media help requests and inquiries.
- Provide additional departmental support as needed, such as media relations, community outreach, special projects, internal communications, event planning, etc.
- Prepare reports to update the operations manager on usage statistics, making recommendations using your SEO skills/knowledge to grow traffic on the site.
- Stay up to date with new developments in SEO and actively research, test, and propose new approaches to improving search engine rankings.
- Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, FLASH, AJAX, and CSS as they relate to SEO.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.
- Experience of web analytic tools (Google is used currently).
- Heavy social experience and very savvy to all platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Tumblr, Forums, Blogs, Flickr, Instagram, etc).
- Understanding of social media platforms and General Search Engine Optimization knowledge.
- Bachelor Degree in Business, Journalism, Communications, or 3-5 years of experience; or a combination of both is preferred.
- 1-2 years of experience of managing online marketing websites, updating content, and images is required.
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Advertising Account Coordinator with MMGY Global agency (Posted May 6)
This position will be responsible for managing assets and execution for all digital marketing campaigns pertaining to banners, emails, rich and emerging media (social, mobile, etc.) . This position will reside in the Digital Marketing team however, work alongside creative, traffic and account service teams to ensure all digital assets and campaigns are timely, efficient and effective.
- High degree of daily client interaction – phone, email, etc.
- Complete all regular tasks/paperwork associated with managing the account — open jobs, create and input estimates, develop creative briefs, proofing, etc.
- Organize and coordinate efforts with all internal agency departments (media, creative, production, traffic, interactive, public relations and accounting).
- Create and maintain project timelines.
- Maintain client status reports and conference reports.
- Facilitate all client media plans, ad production and ad fulfillment.
- Follow agency traffic and billing procedures.
- Execute on account/campaign strategy.
- Support account management team.
- Provide back-up support for the reception desk for breaks and lunches on a rotating schedule.
- Comfortable working under tight deadlines.
- Proofreading and attention to detail is very important.
- General/basic knowledge of media, interactive and public relations.
- Knowledge of basic creative and production concepts/terms helpful but not required.
- Knowledge of hospitality/travel industry helpful but not required.
- Internship experience working in advertising/marketing.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- 4-year college degree.
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Social Media/Public Relations Coordinator with DERMAdoctor (Posted May 5)
- Plans, executes and monitors all aspects of social media.
- Creates content for educational and marketing materials.
- Oversees bloggers.
- Writes press releases.
- Interfaces with our national PR firm.
- Acts as primary contact for daily media requests as well as media in local and foreign markets.
- Connects with charitable organizations.
- Influencer outreach.
- Social media activation (paid, earned and amplification).
- Social media measurement/analytics.
- Impeccable grammar, spelling and writing skills.
- Hands-on experience with social media tools and channels.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- An outstanding professional image and winning personality a must.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Excellent presentation skills (speaking and visual design) required.
- Interest in additional emerging media, including mobile/video.
- Ability to travel on occasion.
- 4 year Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Journalism, Public Relations or Marketing.
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Marketing Assistant as recruited by Ajilon Professional Staffing (Posted May 5)
- Report to the VP of Sales and Marketing and will be responsible for planning corporate events including trade shows and will coordinate all travel schedules for the sales and marketing department.
- Cross training in media relations and additional marketing communications that may arise.
- Responsible for keeping the company’s website and intranet up to date and will assist in managing the newsletter process.
- Sales team presentation development (PowerPoint).
- Creation of training materials.
- Travel arrangements for sales and marketing team and other company representatives as needed.
- Press release Distribution.
- Must have demonstrated event and time management skills.
- Must be willing work outside regular business hours as needed and comfortable working in a deadline driven environment.
- Above average technical skills on all Microsoft products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Test score must be greater than 80%.
- Adobe InDesign experience strongly preferred.
- Marketing and Public Relations experience is strongly preferred.
- Candidate must be able to furnish examples of past work (ex. Company newsletter, e-mail blast, web site, etc).
- 2+ years of coordinating a wide variety of company events.
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Senior Brand Content Specialist with Community America Credit Union (Posted May 4)
This position works cross-functionally from concept to creation to final content placement, and is a key to promoting the brand to consumers across a variety of channels. This position will support all aspects of CommunityAmerica online and social media efforts with the primary goal of increasing traffic and engagement with our sites, leading to greater member growth.
- Work with internal teams and agency partners to promote credit union’s brand through all channels, with priority on social and online, telling our story in a compelling fashion.
- Coordinate, develop, and deploy relevant and distinct content across all the communities our brand is active within, and keeping the brand voice consistent.
- Lead all online content efforts, including: planning content development for both product and educational information.
- Writing and sourcing relevant content for public-facing consumer site, communicating not only the financial products and services we offer but also the context in which we offer them – an educational environment meant to make people smarter about their money. Includes writing blogs and advice/planning articles.
- Implementing all content via the site’s content management system and external partners as needed. Keeping up to date with SEO (Search Engine Optimization) best practices and writing to follow.
- Lead all social media efforts, including: Working with marketing team and agency to concept and strategize ways to grow social media following on ongoing basis and guiding content calendar creation.
- Write relevant and distinctive content for all social media channels as well as handle responses and inquiry resolutions in all social media channels.
- Stay on top of competitive landscape, emerging social media technologies, activity and trends (content, engagement, promotions, community-building, etc.).
- Manage and execute monthly reporting and quarterly monitoring.
- Develop and refine internal workflows as needed.
- Produce and/or direct relevant video content for all online channels.
- Collaborate with Marketing team to develop concepts for campaigns as needed.
- Detailed knowledge of technical aspects of web sites, social platforms, posting content, and community norms.
- Proven history of utilizing social media and emerging online technologies (will be asked to demonstrate advanced use of Facebook, Twitter, blogs, and social bookmarking sites).
- Basic working knowledge of HTML, Photoshop, InDesign.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate through written correspondence, in person, and over the phone.
- Ability to lead cross-functional and cross-divisional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple tasks, projects and deadlines.
- Demonstrates attention to detail and high level of follow through on projects.
- Ability to lead and direct the work of others.
- Strong ability to resolve interpersonal conflict and miscommunications.
- Knowledge of spreadsheet software and ability to use word processing software.
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Advertising, Communications, or related field of study preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience writing in Advertising, Marketing, or Social Media, preferably in an agency setting.
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Marketing Associate with Family Features (Posted May 4)
The Marketing Associate reports to the Director of Marketing and is responsible for providing support by managing a wide range of marketing processes and projects. The Marketing Associate interacts with all departments to execute the marketing plan and ensure that the collateral and other communications reflect the company’s brand accurately.
- Performs a range of marketing and administrative duties related to the daily operations of the marketing department.
- Plan and execute a wide variety of details that involve direct mail, email broadcast campaigns, marketing trade shows and events, public relations, customer communications, advertisements, promotions and other marketing tactics.
- Management of tasks and maintaining positive relationships with outsourced vendors to include copywriters, freelancers, vendors and the creative team to develop content and materials for all aspects of the marketing plan.
- Plan meetings, events and trade shows on behalf of Family Features’ brands.
- Monitor budgets by comparing and analyzing actual spending with plans and forecasts, evaluate bids against budget and update the Director of Marketing as necessary.
- Research competitive products by identifying and evaluating product characteristics, market share, pricing, and advertising.
- Track, evaluate/analyze and report on the success of various marketing tactics.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication and strong project management skills.
- Strong web and computer experience required. MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe PDF.
- Basic HTML skills preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business or related field is required.
- 1 or more years of experience in marketing, public relations, or advertising preferred.
Please direct all inquiries to:
OMNI Employment Management Services, LLC
Melissa Watkins
Resumes should be sent to:
resumes@omniemployment.com
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Director of Communications and Marketing with Marillac non-profit (Posted May 3)
- Directs and executes marketing and communications efforts to meet organizational objectives.
- Effectively promotes the messages and branding of Marillac and develops materials that reflect the organization’s vision, mission and philosophy.
- Provides oversight and directs publicity and media relations.
- Provides marketing support to the various departments within Marillac and reports to the President & CEO.
- Ability to plan, organize, and implement within deadlines an annual marketing plan.
- Strong knowledge of media relations, news outlets and advertising venues.
- Expert knowledge of public relations, community relations and marketing communications strategies and techniques.
- Knowledge and experience in photography, printing, editing, design layout, social media, an basic HTML knowledge.
- Experience in website content management, and desktop publishing desired.
- General understanding of Photo Shop, InDesign, Power Point and photography is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, marketing or related field and Master’s degree preferred.
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Senior Strategic Communications/Marketing Consultant with Burns & McDonnell(Posted May 3)
This position will work directly with Transportation leadership in across offices and multiple Global Practices and contribute to their strategic plans and client development.
- Serves as the advisor, provides senior-level input and evaluation on major pursuits and projects.
- Determines project public involvement and communication objectives and requirements; organizes staff (could include sub-consultants) and projects for success; and manages the development of communication plans to makes projects/clients successful.
- Responsible within the Transportation Practice for developing and implementing: a go/no decision process for pursuits, a lead tracking system, and sales and marketing training curriculum.
- Writing, editing and formatting proposals.
- Working collaboratively with MARCOM on videos, collateral materials and other support materials.
- Develops and implements public engagement / marketing plans and processes for transportation planning or design projects and stand-alone public engagement projects or for projects within other Global practices.
- Elements of these plans could include social media, video production, newsletters and fact sheets, website content, news releases, public meetings, small group briefings, legislator briefings and meeting facilitation.
- Excellent writing/editing/graphic design skills for collateral, media and technical reports and presentations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English or related field.
- Minimum of 15 years experience.
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Marketing Coordinator with Burns & McDonnell (Updated May 3)
- Prepares information and materials for submittals, presentations and proposals.
- Coordinates team efforts to prepare responses, submittals, proposals and presentation materials.
- Participates in development of brochure materials and preparation for team presentations.
- Coordinate marketing functions/special events.
- Prepares status reports on project marketing efforts, keeping marketing principals apprised of actions, schedules, prospects, and related events.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Design/presentation software experience helpful.
- Proposal writing experience is strongly encouraged.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related degree.
- Minimum 2 years of marketing experience.
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Marketing Manager with U.S. Toy Company (Posted May 2)
The Marketing Manager will lead the marketing, advertising and promotional strategies for assigned brands and/or divisions within U.S. Toy Company.
- Develop and implement strategic marketing plans and forecasts to achieve corporate objectives for assigned brands and/or divisions.
- Plan and oversee acquisition advertising strategies including but not limited to online, print, email and direct mail.
- Develop and execute social media strategies to drive traffic to retail locations.
- Develop and execute PR strategies for the promotion of all divisions and product lines.
- Develop and execute direct marketing strategies utilizing direct mail, email and catalogs.
- Maintain marketing calendar and budgets for assigned brands and/or divisions.
- Coordinate with sales reps and vendors to ensure successful implementation of marketing programs.
- Oversee and evaluate research and adjust marketing strategy to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
- Guide preparation of marketing activity reports and presents findings to management.
- Effective ability to communicate orally or in written form with co-management, vendors, internal and external customers.
- Strong computer skills; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, Marketing or Business preferred.
- 5+ years related experience.
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Senior Media Designer with HNTB (Posted May 2)
Responsible for implementation of the units marketing strategy generally achieved through the supervisory coordination and efficient operation of a proposal preparation and graphic design group.
- Assists unit leadership set marketing strategy and business plans, and helps evaluate go/no go decisions. Ensures that schedules are met and that the various aspects of the proposals (Technical Scope, Staff Qualification and Experience, Biographical Data, etc.) and other marketing materials are accurate and delivered in timely manner.
- Coordinates supporting public relations and communication efforts.
- Supervises support staff to prepare materials (e.g., word processing, graphics, printing staff, etc.).
- Identifies and coordinates other marketing activities such as trade show appearances, conventions, conferences, etc.
- May be responsible for and/or assist with management of the units marketing budget.
- Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, or related area plus 7 years of experience.
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Manager of Influence Marketing with Perceptive Software (Posted May 1)
- Leads team of Influence Marketing (IM) strategists who define and execute traditional public relations, thought leadership and social media strategies for specific aspects of our fast-growing B2B technology business.
- Strengthens the company’s thought leadership position and helps generate positive media and analyst coverage for Perceptive Software products and solutions.
- Manage the strategy and development, implementation and coordination of all PR programs.
- Provide leadership to ensure the IM team utilizes best practices in public relations, thought leadership, content marketing and social media.
- Support IM strategists as they build and execute strategic communications plans designed to meet defined marketing goals.
- Ensure a steady cadence of strategic content through multiple channels.
- Measure and report on IM activities and results using Vocus and other tools.
- A track record of success in media relations, social media and thought leadership.
- Experience with Vocus as a PR distribution, management and measurement tool.
- Significant experience representing public relations on cross-functional teams, developing strategies and tactics for integrated marketing plans.
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10-15 years of broad public relations experience, preferably in a B2B technology environment.
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Director of Digital Media Strategy with Kansas City Chiefs (Posted May 1)
Design, plan and create overall digital media strategy to enhance fan experience and increase revenue opportunity.
- Create and develop user experience analytics and business performance deliverables associated with digital projects and utilize data analytics to enhance value of all digital platforms.
- Contribute to building Chiefs digital platform through leadership and related activities to enhance marketplace visibility.
- Develop high impact media collateral and tools surrounding digital and social media services offerings.
- Work closely with media staff, ensuring alignment of digital and social media services.
- Leverage knowledge of social media platforms to develop and deliver opportunities for revenue and enhanced fan experiences.
- Experience using content management systems and data analytics.
- Basic familiarity with video file formats.
- Excellent editing skills.
- Bachelor’s degree or business experience equivalent.
- Strong familiarity with primary social networks (Facebook, Twitter, etc.).
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Marketing Communications Manager with Perceptive Software (Updated May 1)
The Marketing Communications Manager determines, creates and manages the marketing mix of tactics for an assigned market or sector to achieve Americas marketing and sales revenue targets.
- Builds strong, productive, collaborative relationships with sales management of assigned market, gaining their confidence and being seen as a credible contributor.
- Develops and ensures the execution of marketing strategies and tactics, including trade shows, events, speaking engagements, telemarketing, automated email marketing, advertising and other programs that result in a comprehensive marketing plan, which target all areas of the sales funnel from awareness through post-purchase.
- Ensures that all marketing tactics are properly chartered, documented, monitored and analyzed for success or failure; report program results and adjust strategies and tactics, as necessary.
- Responsible for establishing and managing marketing budget for assigned market segment.
- Works closely with the rest of the marketing communications team to ensure that all marketing campaigns are cohesive and complimentary.
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to deepen relationships and build partnerships among stakeholders: peers, internal partners and external constituencies.
- Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams to design and develop strategic campaigns.
- Experience creating and delivering presentations.
- Experience with CRM tools required / SalesForce CRM Tool preferred.
- Experience with Marketing Automation tools / Eloqua preferred.
- Bachelors’ degree required.
- Minimum 6 years of experience with demand generation marketing campaigns.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with a sales team in any capacity.
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Marketing Information Systems Coordinator with Murphy-Hoffman Company (MHC) (Posted May 1)
The role of the Marketing Information Systems Coordinator is to support various Marketing Technologies including the website, online advertising, Customer Relationship Management software and data mining efforts.
- Support for Customer Relationship Management software. This includes basic training, support, lead distribution and database management.
- Utilize various data sources to assist in the reporting of relative market share, prospecting and competitive analysis. Fulfill ad hoc reporting requests submitted to Marketing.
- Fulfill mass email marketing campaigns as requested, tracking email history Customer Relationship Management software on an ongoing basis.
- Track and analyze success of website. Prepare recommendations for improvement to search engine optimization, page performance and visitor retention.
- Basic understanding of database concepts and design.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required, specifically Excel, and Excel Pivot Table functionality.
- Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or Marketing.
- 1-3 years experience in a Marketing or IT Department.
- 1-3 years experience with a CRM System.
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Public Relations Consultant with Assurant Employee Benefits (Updated April 30)
The Public Relations Consultant provides strategic input and executes the project management of the company’s public relations initiatives, which include but are not limited to media relations, special event management and brand reputation management. The incumbent works with the Marketing team to create communications plans that help deliver on the objectives of the department and company. The Public Relations Consultant is then responsible for executing the plans once finalized.
- Direct the public relations strategy and project management for the company, including annual public relations plan, proactive and reactive media relations, special events, bylined article pitching and development.
- Develop quarterly Fast Facts story ideas, pitch seasonal and trend stories, craft new product announcements and other news releases designed to optimize exposure, place positive messages on behalf of the company and deliver key messages.
- Work with marketing department and corporate communications on the annual report, corporate PR matters, issues management, crisis communication and other corporate communications functions.
- Work with team members, other internal departments, sales, and primary PR agency to include public relations strategy and tactics as part of the overall integrated marketing plan.
- Execute the public relations components of marketing campaigns. Maintain knowledge on the latest public relations and communication channels and best practices, ensuring the Assurant Employee Benefits brand is communicated to customers in the best possible means.
- Represent marketing and external communications on cross-functional teams as assigned, including projects led by legal, compliance, customer relations and other areas of the business.
- Respond to requests for company historical or other factual information to support RFPs, customer/broker inquiries, trade media directories and other external communications outlets. Provide systematic measurement of progress on key public relations initiatives.
- Working with Management to allocate and manage budgeted activities with the public relations agency.
- Develop and distribute field sales communications, including newsletters, email blasts, webinars, etc.
- Provide guidance and tools for social media initiatives to be implemented by, or on behalf of, the field sales organization.
- Fluent with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Fluent in AP Style.
- Strong writing skills, grammar, punctuation and proofreading.
- Some insurance experience is a plus, especially in the area of marketing or sales. Any candidate from outside of the insurance industry will need to go through company sponsored insurance training.
- BS or BA, preferably in journalism, mass communications or English. Masters degree preferred.
- Prefer 5+ years of marketing, advertising, or communications related work experience.
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Copywriter/Marketing Project Manager with CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. (Posted April 29)
The Copywriter/Marketing Project Manager will serve as the primary copywriter for the Financial Services Marketing Team. They will also serve in a project management role, supporting projects throughout their lifecycle.
- Conduct independent research on topics of writing projects.
- Draft content for marketing collateral (brochures, flysheets, whitepapers) and websites.
- Write copy for articles, campaign mailers and presentations.
- Follow established branding standards to ensure compliance in all marketing and sales materials.
- Manage project lifecycles from start to finish.
- Superlative writing skills with demonstrated ability to translate technical concepts into layman’s terms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications or related field.
- 4-6 years writing and project management experience.
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Search Engine Marketing Specialist with MarketingXchange, Inc. (Posted April 28)
- Assist the small ad agency and clients in the setup and management of all SEM (Search Engine Marketing) including PPC (Pay-Per-Click) and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) efforts.
- Account setups with search engines (Bing and Google), ad copy, online directories, PPC campaign setups, keyword setups and the ongoing management of these campaigns.
- Daily SEO strategies, coordination and link building with organic search engine results monitoring using online software.
- Must be Google Adwords Certified with at least 1 year PPC and SEO experience.
- Proven history must be shown with current high-ranking sites and the individual must be able to demonstrate his knowledge and capabilities to achieve high levels of success with online organic rankings and top PPC positions.
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Digital Media Planner with InsideResponse LLC (Posted April 28)
This position would require you to make media buys, manage reporting and analytics on a variety of digital initiatives. As a Planner, you’ll work aside our Chief Marketing Office and acquire a wealth of knowledge and resources.
- Strategize, plan and buy online media.
- Perform in-depth analysis of campaigns using internal reporting, Google Adwords, Bing Ads & Google Analytics.
- Monitor, analyze and suggest improvements within our various marketing channels.
- Manage budgets to ensure proper allocation in accordance with goals.
- Define, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators for continuous improvement of marketing campaigns.
- A+ Excel skills a must.
- Strong preference for involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Knowledge of online lead generation.
- Knowledge of SEM, SEO, Email, Display and Affiliate Marketing.
- Bachelors in business or related.
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Marketing Coordinator with Multivac, Inc. (Posted April 27)
This position will provide administrative and marketing support to our Multivac management team including, but not limited to, Sales, Customer Service, Parts, Service, DPS and DPM groups. This role develops and implements strategic marketing plans and those activities leading to contact with potential new and established customers. This position designs and implements marketing initiatives that will generate new leads through various channels such as direct mail, e-mail, telemarketing and trade shows.
- Create and execute measureable marketing initiatives that increase revenue and gain market share within defined and new target groups.
- Develop target groups for print and electronic campaigns along with the generation of campaigns for measurable results.
- Create templates to automate sales processes, including but not limited to quotations and order entry.
- Coordinate e-mail campaigns and corporate e-newsletters utilizing e-mail engines such as MailChimp.
- Coordinate print and electronic advertising with various trade publications and maintain up-to-date insertion schedules.
- Provide copywriting and proofreading assistance for various marketing communications.
- Develop and distribute press releases.
- Input and maintain content in corporate, DPS and MULTIVAC re-sale websites.
- Assist in creating PowerPoint presentations to support sales needs.
- Distribute marketing newsletters, launch packages, collateral and communications received from parent company.
- Assist in creating graphic designs, displays and collateral that ensure a consistent and uniform marketing message.
- Maintain social medial channels with appropriate and timely updates.
- Knowledge of CRM systems.
- Excellent grammar and spelling capability including copywriting and proofreading various communications.
- Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, internet software and Contact Resource Management systems.
- Creation of internet web site designs and management is a plus.
- Experience in a web based e-mail campaigning is a plus.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Advertising or similar relevant field.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job is required.
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Interactive Project Coordinator with MMGY Global agency (Posted April 27)
This position is responsible for providing immediate support to Project Managers, directing the development and maintenance of websites, social channels and mobile platforms.
- Perform traditional project management/account service tasks.
- Assist Project Manager(s) with the creation of websites, social sites, mobile sites and online marketing materials.
- Evaluate website functionality through routine testing.
- Collaborate with programmers to resolve site errors.
- Coordinate special requests for advertising site activity.
- Facilitate client status calls.
- Provide back-up support for the reception desk for breaks and lunches on a rotating schedule.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office software and basic e-commerce site functionality is extremely beneficial.
- Online or internet marketing experience is not necessary, although it is extremely helpful.
- 4 year degree in marketing or a technical field.
- 2 year minimum of project management/account service experience is required.
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Marketing Specialist with The World Company (Posted April 27)
Position is located in Lawrence, KS.
- Work closely with the VP of Sales & Marketing to coordinate marketing plans and launch programs.
- Manage overall branding and marketing of assigned divisions and products.
- Manage day-to-day audience development marketing campaigns and strategies.
- Develop digital advertising, search and social marketing solutions which target appropriate audiences.
- Evaluate proposed marketing partnerships; and make recommendations for engagements and partnerships to generate incremental revenue, subscribers, traffic and clients.
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing marketing strategies and successful campaigns across multiple platforms including print and digital.
- Experience using social media tools including Facebook and Twitter in successful marketing campaigns.
- Strong knowledge of Google analytics.
- Special event experience including the production and execution of public or private events.
- Experience with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word and especially proficiency in PowerPoint with Adobe InDesign and HTML experience highly preferred.
- Experience managing the execution of print campaigns, fliers and collateral.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations or equivalent work experience.
- At least 1 year experience in a role with direct marketing responsibilities, with 5 years of experience preferred.
- At least 1 year experience in management with 3 years of experience preferred.
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Coordinator, Consumer Support with Andrews McMeel Publishing (Posted April 27)
- Solve problems, educate and further cultivate comics and puzzle consumers’ attention by using the helpdesk tools, social media, email and phone contact.
- Routinely observe our websites/applications with the intent to detect problems and weak spots; and then offer suggestions and rationale for corrections and enhancements. This may require work to be performed outside of normal office hours.
- Request and comprehend consumer/client feedback for trends concerning their capabilities, know-how, their choices, and their concerns about our offerings as well as the competition’s.
- May be asked to test new sites and game engines.
- Utilize the information gained from customer feedback wisely with the focus on increasing subscriptions and traffic to websites.
- Will visually screen all UU websites. The purpose is to recognize and be able to perceive objectionable and/or offensive content.
- Responsible for preparing daily and weekly reports.
- May coordinate promotional mailings as needed.
- Demonstrates a passion for web-related activities and communication.
- Actively take steps to keep themselves current on topics that are relevant to online customer service and the comics/humor/entertainment industry.
- Proficiency in both PC- and Mac.
- Preferably experience in online/digital customer service.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.
- A basic knowledge of HTML.
- 4-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
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Marketing Director with Imperial PFS (Posted April 26)
Reporting to the EVP/COO, the Marketing Director should propose, develop, implement and evaluate all marketing programs, projects and policies at IPFS.
- Oversee management of the IPFS brand, including logo usage, written material or any public appearance of company information.
- Implement all strategic marketing initiatives nationwide.
- Initiate new marketing campaigns and programs and plan the resources needed, expenditures, personnel and implementation.
- Manage national tradeshow attendance, supplies & coverage.
- Manage all advertising, brochure and collateral development with 3rd party vendors.
- Manage enhancements and coordination of Client facing Web and CRM.
- Manage training of Marketing Coordinators on new web enhancements and marketing initiatives.
- Develop/Update/Maintain corporate website & social media web presence.
- Manage the marketing team.
- Previous experience in managing a sales oriented marketing program.
- Experience in marketing of non-tangible BtoB services.
- MBA preferred.
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Marketing Programs Manager with Netsmart Technologies (Posted April 25)
- Develop integrated marketing programs that support the acquisition of new customers.
- Effectively plan, create, execute, and measure high-impact traditional and on-line marketing programs (e.g. banner ads, ROI calculators, etc.) to meet or exceed Netsmart Technologies’ revenue goals and objectives.
- Support the sales organization with sales tools including competitive positioning materials, white papers, case studies, presentations, web content/webinars, and other customer and channel communications.
- Present product features, benefits and value propositions internally during trainings and externally to prospects, customers, partners, press and analysts.
- Ensure leads generated by programs are properly assigned and handed off into the pre/post-event lead qualification process.
- Performs analysis for a variety of databases, mailing lists, customer lists, tradeshow lists and other information sources.
- Attend trade shows and augment booth staffing as required.
- Experience in healthcare marketing, specifically in the behavioral health sector is helpful.
- Experience developing and delivering sales training.
- Proven success managing and executing multiple concurrent client acquisition marketing programs, specifically launch activities and programs, and including advertising, customer retention, events, and sales and marketing collateral development.
- Hands-on experience using CRM systems (including list generation activities and direct mail), specifically Salesforce.com.
- Experience with Exact Target (or other email tools) beneficial.
- Strong analytical skills and experience in analyzing the effectiveness of marketing programs on key metrics (ROI, customer acquisition and retention, etc.).
- Ability / willingness to travel (25-35%).
- BA/BS in Business, Marketing or Engineering/Computer Science.
- Minimum of 5-7 years experience in marketing communications, marketing programs, or product marketing with a technology company.
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Marketing Administrator with Midwest Industrial Rubber, Inc. (Posted April 25)
- Design and print marketing, sales and hiring literature.
- Design new company forms and network templates.
- Design Midwest Industrial Rubber (MIR) PowerPoint presentations.
- Utilize brand marketing on flyers, direct mail and presentations.
- Maintain and update picture catalog.
- Develop strategies, tactics, budgets, and plans to maximize success of marketing projects.
- Maintain and update MIR Promotional Store.
- Maintain MIR company website; Maintain updates as necessary.
- Meeting and travel planning; Coordinate company-wide events.
- Firm grasp of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.
- Adobe product experience such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Dreamweaver are also important.
- Bachelor’s Degree required for consideration.
- 5+ years of marketing experience preferred.
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Manager, Web Interface with Pioneer Services (Posted April 24)
As a member of the Marketing team, the Manger, Web Interface will drive functionality enhancements and support day-to-day updates and maintenance of company website. They will manage overall usage and assume lead responsibility of the website CMS (content management system) and provide ongoing reports and insights of website analytics and conversion metrics.
- Define and implement enhanced functionality/usage of Sitecore content management system (act as internal SME/power-user).
- Train and support other department members on use of CMS and manage content deployment process to ensure all brand, technology, and compliance guidelines are followed.
- Perform site and traffic analysis and provide regular reporting and actionable insights on, traffic, visitor behavior, device usage, and conversion metrics.
- Work closely with SEO team members to maximize organic site traffic by adopting best practices in technical SEO.
- Drive functional enhancements and execute A/B and multivariate testing (content and transactional sites) to increase engagement and conversions. Interact with Marketing, Business Analysts, IT and development resources.
- Ensure and/or recommend improvements in usability across device types (mobile/tablet/desktop), internet browsers, and with website engagement tools (audio/video players, blogs, etc.).
- Participate in development of new website experiences, landing pages, online tracking techniques, and other digital marketing or technology related initiatives as requested.
- Experience with Sitecore CMS or other content management systems.
- Strong experience/skills in Google Analytics (GA certified preferred).
- Knowledge of SEO techniques and strategies (especially related to on-site/technical SEO).
- Basic understanding of HTML, CSS and .NET helpful (ability to direct web development).
- Past experience working on an e-commerce or transactional website helpful.
- Financial services marketing experience a plus.
- Military experience or knowledge helpful.
- Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, technology, communications, or related field.
- 5+ years in a digital marketing or web-based role (corporate or agency background).
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Direct Marketing / Social Media Coordinator with Vance Publishing (Posted April 23)
Vance Publishing, an industry leader in b2b media communications, is seeking an energetic Direct Marketing / Social Media Coordinator to work in our eMedia division.
- Responsible for results-oriented marketing programs that deliver client leads, paid print / digital subscriptions, and new relationships via multiplatform approaches.
- Managing social media advertising campaigns.
- Coordinating direct mail programs.
- Conceptualizing campaigns from basic design, copy, timelines and measurements for success.
- Basic monthly reporting.
- Managing subscription registration processes.
- Identifying and initiating new campaigns and opportunities for existing campaigns.
- Basic ad copywriting and ability to provide clear design direction.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social media.
- Outstanding project management skills and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts, Business Management, Marketing or PR; or relevant experience.
- 5+ years of direct marketing / media experience in both electronic and print media.
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Social Media Related Job Opening with VML agency (Updated April 23)
Associate Director, Social Team Gatorade
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Interactive Marketing Specialist with Capitol Federal Savings (Posted April 19)
- Responsible for the development and oversight of all interactive marketing channels, including social media; and the evaluation, implementation, and measurement of interactive (digital, social, and online) promotions and advertising.
- Coordinates all technological/programming needs for the Marketing department and acts as liaison between Marketing and Information Technology. Drives development and change within Marketing Technology and sales channel delivery as assigned.
- Provides geographic analysis online research, product analysis, media information, demographics, psychographics, purchasing behavior, traffic patterns, industry information and economic and trend data.
- Provides marketing consultation and representations within retail, lending or technology committees within participation determined by senior/executive management.
- Evaluates emerging marketing channels for overall effectiveness, value and fit for organization through primary and secondary research methodologies and trial implementation.
- Strong analytical, communication, time management skills, and can handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Financial services knowledge, design, and HTML experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, or related field.
- 5-8 years of similar or related experience, including preparatory experience.
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Ecommerce Strategist with DEG agency (Posted April 19)
- Strategic planning and implementation of ecommerce retail solutions.
- Supporting client needs to include updates and troubleshooting of websites.
- Accurate billing of time and materials for client projects.
- Testing, quality assurance and documentation of work.
- Experience with Google docs, Assembla, and/or Excel spreadsheets to track test progress and tickets.
- Estimating enhancements for existing client websites.
- Responsible for recommendations for site layouts or features, focused on ROI.
- Experience implementing e-commerce solutions.
- Understanding of the ecommerce industry, ecommerce retail, best practices, trends and new technologies.
- Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing or related field preferred.
- Experience with Magento is a plus.
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Search Strategist as recruited by RiverPoint (Posted April 18)
Hiring a Search Strategist to provide analysis, insights and strategic development across multiple clients. This position is responsible for working closely with account teams and clients, to guide search & content strategy, and thought leadership.
- Grow search team business organically.
- Engage in new business pitches.
- Provide team mentorship, educating staff and clients on SEO and team deliverables.
- Keep team up to speed on search industry trends.
- Background in SEO & Content / UX Management who has an entrepreneurial spirit, strong communication skills, and a passion for search marketing.
- Client presentation background.
- Marketing principles, including Analytics, Social, Media and eCRM.
- Bachelors Degree is required, preferable in Marketing, Strategic Communications.
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Communications Coordinator with The Mutual Fund Store (Posted April 17)
Assist in the development of long- and short-term marketing materials and programs that deliver ongoing and improved sales results for the organization.
- Create and manage marketing materials and content for use on web, in print, email, for in-store point-of-purchase, and through digital media.
- Assist in the creation of corporate, internal and external communications.
- Regular and consistent review of all materials to ensure all messages and releases are consistent with and support the overall tone, direction and brand of company.
- Manage and maintain project calendar of all assigned marketing deliverables.
- Weekly presentation of progress reports at production and marketing meetings; reporting on key milestones and informing team of any obstacles along the way.
- Ability to break down complex topics to make them entertaining and simple to understand.
- A understanding of the financial markets and the issues that face the individual investor.
- Proficiency with both Mac and PC Computers and related word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and creative softwares.
- Past marketing experience within financial services sector a plus,
- 1-2 years of Project management experience required.
- 3-7 years marketing experience.
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Marketing Director with Christian Foundation Grants (Posted April 16)
- Responsible for marketing an online subscription website for grant funding for Christian Foundation Grants.
- Building the database, communications with clients, creating enewsletters, managing analytics, growing analytics, blogs, FB, and Linked In are all part of the work.
- Manage content managed website.
- Grow contacts list. manage communications with clients.
- Help subscribers with password/log in, customer service issues.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Solid technology understanding and ability to work with enewsletter templates and basic database issues.
- Basic understanding of social marketing.
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Project Coordinator-Email with DEG agency (Posted April 13)
DEG is seeking an entry level Project Coordinator to work as part of our project management team supporting the DEG Direct Marketing practice. The successful candidate will plan, initiate, implement and manage web-based projects in an agile environment. The Email Project Manager will monitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met.
- Overall management, planning and execution of projects, including setting deadlines at each stage and ensuring critical outputs.
- Manage projects to ensure adherence to timeline, budget, schedule, and scope while paying close attention to quality, detail, and customer satisfaction.
- Prepare project status reports and weekly status updates monitoring hours on projects measuring around projects through completion.
- Work with email coordinators, strategists, business analysts, account directors, and the overall project team.
- Review and analyze project scope and manage client expectations.
- Identify risks/issues and escalate to the necessary and appropriate team members.
- Track and review individual and project team utilization and revise forecasted hours throughout the duration of the project.
- Track and review project budget vs. actual project costs.
- Experience with email marketing preferred but not required.
- Strong analytical, research, phone and customer relation skills.
- Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Email Service Provider (such as ExactTarget, Cheetah Mail, SilverPop, Responsys, Constant Contact) is preferred, but not required.
- 4-year degree in Business, Marketing or related field or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of experience managing interactive web projects in a digital environment.
- 2 years demonstrated experience with all areas of planning project stages and assessing business implications for each stage.
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Senior Manager of Marketing with NRCCUA (Posted April 13)
Responsible for planning, development, and implementation of all NRCCUA’s marketing strategies, marketing communications, and public relations activities, both internal and external. Oversees development and implementation of support materials and services in the areas of marketing, communications, and public relations. Leads and directs the efforts of the Marketing team and coordinates, at the strategic and tactical levels, with other departments of the organization. This position participates with the advisory board, clients, agencies, media and NRCCUA management in charting the direction of the company.
- Responsible for creating, implementing, and measuring the success of a comprehensive marketing, communications, and public relations program that will enhance the organization’s image and position within the marketplace and the general public, and facilitate internal and external communications.
- Responsible for all organizational marketing, communications, and public relations activities and materials including publications, media relations, client acquisition and so forth.
- Lead and manage the marketing team, including marketing managers and analysts.
- Ensure articulation of Organization’s desired image and position, assure consistent communication of image and position throughout the Organization, and assure communication of image and position to all constituencies, both internal and external.
- Perform research aimed at creating competitive awareness and helping the product team evolve its offerings. Responsible for editorial direction, design, production, and distribution of all NRCCUA publications.
- Coordinate media interest and ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests.
- Coordinate the appearance of all NRCCUA print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc.
- Ensure that the company regularly conducts relevant market research and coordinate and oversee this activity. Monitor trends.
- Leads projects as assigned, such as cause-related marketing and special events, including planning and budgeting.
- Responsible for the achievement of all marketing/communications/public relations missions, goals, and financial objectives. Ensure that evaluation systems are in place related to these goals and objectives and report progress to management.
- Develop short- and long-term plans and budgets for the marketing/communications/public relations program and its activities, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance.
- Develop, implement and monitor systems and procedures necessary to the smooth operation of the marketing/communications/public relations function.
- Demonstrate skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing, communications and public relations activities.
- Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal sales skills.
- Experience developing and managing budgets; hiring, training, developing, supervising, and appraising personnel.
- Demonstrate successful experience writing press releases, making presentations, and negotiating with media.
- Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications.
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing preferred; graduate degree in a related field is desirable.
- Minimum of 3 yrs experience in marketing, communications or public relations with demonstrated success.
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Public Relations Director with Stephens & Associate (Posted April 12)
- Responsible for the client’s brand development.
- Stewardship of brand integration into all aspects of client business.
- Participation in media relation’s functions.
- Creation and review of client’s annual public relations plans and campaigns.
- Degree from a 4 year university in journalism, public relations, communications or related field.
- At least 8 or more years of public relations or equivalent experience.
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Social Media Coordinator with Christian Foundation for Children and Aging non-profit (Posted April 11)
- Responsible for leading the implementation of CFCA’s social media strategy.
- Responsible for ensuring the success of social media efforts and seeing that social strategy supports overall brand goals and objectives, which include expanding our base, keeping users engaged, and delivering fun, engaging and informative content.
- Coordinate the efforts of a dynamic cross-functional team who support the social media function at CFCA and be responsible for representing the public voice of the organization and the sponsored members and their families.
- Coordinate efforts among team members from various departments who support content needs and visuals for our social media platforms.
- Handle the day-to-day execution of social media efforts across various platforms and be responsible for project management of social media efforts.
- Responsible for the development, review and presentation of social analytics and reporting with the ability to draw meaningful insights and make recommendations.
- Requires moderate to advanced computer skills in a Windows environment; Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator. HTML and SEO knowledge.
- BA in marketing, communications, new media or related field of study.
- Minimum 2 years of direct hands-on experience in guiding, managing and implementing social media efforts or equivalent related experience and/or training.
Submit resume AND salary requirements to: CFCA HR, One Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, KS 66103; fax (913) 384-2211; or email in WORD or PDF format to hr@cfcausa.org
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Account Executive with Morningstar Communications (Posted April 11)
Morningstar Communications seeks an account executive with 3+ years of communications experience, stellar writing and organizational skills, and a desire to work in a thriving agency with leading local and national clients. The ideal candidate will bring a balance of media relations, content development and social media/digital marketing skills to the team, and exhibit a go-getter attitude and passion for taking initiative. You’ll enjoy working with people at all levels management and the opportunity to create success working both autonomously and as part of a larger team developing marketing programs for our clients. Our clients span a wide range of industries including business, health care, technology and non-profit organizations.
- Develop and implement strategic communication plans for clients.
- Conduct media relations, securing story placements for clients in a variety of industries.
- Develop a variety of content for clients including blog posts, e-newsletters, magazine
articles and marketing materials. - Social media planning and implementation.
- Assist with agency blogging and marketing.
- Track project budgets.
- Strong writing skills are necessary to excel in this position.
- Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Communication, Marketing or Journalism.
- 3+ years of experience in communication, public relations or marketing. Agency
experience is a plus.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, including a bonus program, 401K with
matching, and a flexible work schedule. Interested? Send a resume and cover letter to skamath@morningstarcomm.com
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Job Openings as recruited by Poindexter Recruiting (Posted April 10)
Director of Marketing
- Develop and implement strategic marketing plans which transform markets or further current market penetration.
- Direct product research and development activities.
- Formulate, direct and coordinate marketing activities and programs to promote products.
- Hire, train and develop marketing and product development team members.
- Oversee, and perform as needed, market research and adjust marketing strategy to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
- Plan and oversee advertising and promotion activities including print, online, electronic media and direct mail.
- Oversee development of sales collateral and market training materials.
- Attend key account sales calls, as needed, to provide credibility and gather market information.
- Provide training to sales staff on current and new markets.
- Develop and manage marketing and product development budgets.
- Marketing research experience in consumer product goods or food retail. Experience with focus groups, consumer intercepts and customer research used to develop products, presentations and sales tools.
- Experience working for a food company in marketing that sold to supermarket deli, bakery or produce departments is preferred.
- Experience with design of packaging for food products is desired.
- 4 year degree in marketing, business or a related field and minimum of 6 years prior experience in a marketing role. A combination of education and experience similar to above will be accepted.
Senior Digital Account Manager
The Senior Digital Account Manager is responsible for growing and supporting the digital marketing projects of company as well as championing its presence in the digital marketing arena as an integrated marketing partner for its current and prospective clients. Building on company’s strong and successful history in offline promotional programs and products for family and kids marketing initiatives in the restaurant, hospitality and retail categories, the Senior Digital Account Manager will be required to help the agency evolve its current digital offering to mesh with today’s integrated marketing environment, while striving to stay ahead of the curve in a fast-paced environment.
- Participate in strategic direction and strategy sessions.
- Lead digital marketing project implementations for client initiatives, converting the plans, briefs and ideas into successful projects.
- Assist and create accurate project estimates with specific costs and timelines based on unique requirements.
- Lead development of digital contract agreements with company and client contract teams.
- Create and manage partner relationships with digital marketing vendors that align with company’s core values and passion for client success.
- Support both internal teams and external vendor partners to implement successful programs.
- Identify and leverage digital marketing best practices to guide projects to successful implementation
- Develop standardized agency processes for creating, implementing, and optimizing client’s digital marketing initiatives.
- Participate in new business pitches while growing current client programs.
- Insure measurable and valuable program implementations that drive to both digital goals and overarching client goals producing positive bottom-line ROI.
- Create project summaries, including analytics and measurement.
- Occasional travel as needed, up to 20%.
- Passionate about family and kids marketing and evolving the restaurant marketing landscape while equally evolving company client roster to expand into new industry verticals.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple, large-scale projects and priorities in dynamic fast-paced environment.
- Strong grasp of both traditional and digital marketing philosophies.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
- 5-7 years of digital marketing account management experience, agency and/or client-side experience managing large-scale, interactive marketing projects.
Digital Marketing Manager – Client Side
Client is looking for a digital marketing professional to run an in-house digital marketing firm. This candidate would require experience in lead generation, SEO, PPC, Social Media, Web Development, Web Design, and preferably experience in online media placement. As the above would imply, the position will also require a candidate who is driven and has the ability to multi-task on a large scale; this person will also need to embody a “big-picture” level of ambition, as well as the desire to execute and manage a boutique digital marketing firm.
- Work with Shareholders and the Product teams to create, manage and report on campaigns by market vertical.
- Manage day-to-day PPC, display and display retargeting campaigns across multiple search engines – Google, Yahoo, Bing, etc.
- Grow and optimize keywords through ad copy testing (A/B and Multivariate), landing pages, bidding strategies, negative keywords.
- Ad copy writing and testing in alignment with company positioning, marketing campaigns and goals.
- Recommend landing page updates and testing.
- Monitoring, maintaining, and reporting on all paid marketing campaigns.
- Create new company websites using tools such as WordPress, WIX, etc.
- Create and maintain social media marketing campaign (Facebook,Twitter,etc.).
- Experience with social media marketing and networking techniques (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Experience managing SEM campaigns internationally – in targeting customers in specific international regions/countries.
- Familiarity with HTML and CSS.
- Business management and website platform experience including content management, project management and marketing automation.
- Fundamental knowledge and experience with web analytical tools and interfaces, i.e. Site Catalyst, Google Analytics.
- High level of proficiency in MS Office – especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to drive meaningful actions from large data set.
- Exceptional copy writing and editorial skills.
- Hands-on knowledge of best practices in SEM and a proven track-record of delivering qualified traffic from both an acquisition and conversion standpoint.
- Capable of managing the day-to-day maintenance and optimization of multiple PPC campaigns.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or IS preferred.
- 3+ years experience managing paid search programs for well-established companies.
If you are interested in any of these positions, please send your resume directly to Bill Poindexter, Executive Recruiter at bill@poindexterrecruiting.com
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Email Project Marketing Manager with H&R Block (Posted April 9)
H&R Block is seeking an Email Project Marketing Manager to assist in the execution of email campaigns to support Financial Services, from concept to launch, including scope creation and management, resource allocations, project scheduling, client communications and status reporting.
- Work with product owners and Email Marketing Manager to understand email strategy, including messaging, creative, deployment plans and other related strategies and execute accordingly. /span>
- Ability to optimize performance of email campaigns by using A/B testing for subject lines, body copy and images, etc.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to conceptualize and implement projects from beginning to end across multiple departments such as marketing and IT.
- Experience with email marketing platforms and database marketing, specifically data mining tools and building and executing list criteria.
- Report email performance statistics (opens, clicks, bounces, etc.) to determine the effectiveness of each email campaign.
- Prior experience with an Email Sending Service (such as Exact Target, CheetahMail, Blue Hornet) preferred.
- Intermediate Proficiency with HTML.
- Intermediate Proficiency in JavaScript and SQL a plus.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel for managing data and performing quantitative analysis.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2-3 years executing enterprise Email programs in excess of 11 -15 mm messages a year.
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Marketing Coordinator – Business Support with CBIZ Employee Services (Posted April 6)
CBIZ Employee Services provides a full suite of services to organizations seeking quality and cost-efficiency in their operations. Our areas of focus include employee benefits, retirement, payroll, FSA/COBRA administration, HRIS/benefit enrollment, property and casualty insurance, risk management, life insurance, executive search, compensation and HR consulting.
- To assist internal and external local clients with questions and needs and ensure department goals are met through teamwork and collaboration.
- Coordinate marketing communications and sales support for CBIZ Benefits & Insurance Inc. Kansas City
- Resolve a full range of internal and external customer requests.
- Research and assemble data for presentations and marketing materials.
- Prepare documentation and proposals for internal and external clients.
- Assist management with sales and marketing planning.
- Coordinates marketing activities and perform administrative production work for marketing communications.
- Provide administrative support including day to day office operations.
- Proficient use of applicable technology, highly skilled in PowerPoint and Excel.
- Bachelor’s degree or 2 years of experience on a specialized subject matter.
- Previous work experience in marketing and/or sales support is strongly preferred, 3-5 years of experience is ideal.
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Marketing Specialist with CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. (Posted April 5)
The Marketing Specialist will manage and support the day-to-day marketing activities of the CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. National Practice Groups. They will also serve in a project management role for other national marketing initiatives.
- Work with practice group leadership to execute growth and infrastructure development strategies.
- Research industry happenings and advance ideas to effectively position our National Practice Groups across multiple marketing channels.
- Coordinate and oversee the execution of conference sponsorships and trade show activities.
- Manage editorial process and production schedule of National Practice Group thought leadership publications.
- Develop targeted marketing/sales support tools (brochures, flysheets, whitepapers, etc.).
- Maintain all social media site content on game days including posting stories, photos, etc.
- Assist with prospect list development/management.
- Strong writing and editing skills.
- Excellent computer skills required, including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Web-based Content Management System, Salesforce.com (CRM system) and graphics experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications or related field.
- 3-5 years B2B marketing experience.
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Online Content Specialist with Beauty Brands (Posted April 4)
Responsible for assisting in online product merchandising, content management and online media for beautybrands.com. This role will follow and establish control-related standards and procedures for site as well as execute, develop and provide direction for marketing and promotional efforts to be executed online. This role will work directly with agency partners to manage online media initiatives.
- Responsible in supporting the daily management of all online content and product merchandising of beautybrands.com.
- Coordinate marketing and promotional efforts to be executed online.
- Effectively and accurately import promotional and necessary content information into the ecommerce platform (Marketlive) and company data system (JDA).
- Supports and executes quality assurance on beautybrands.com. Reviews, edits and proofreads all content. Performs site updates using an Admin tool for a template-based solution; includes editing content pages, promotional landing pages, brand support materials, value added content, etc.
- Reviews and monitors key daily and weekly performance metrics as well as overall monthly reporting and analytics. Analyzes relevant data to determine go forward product, merchandising and marketing strategies.
- Collaborates with internal product teams to support online media direction, while ensuring product meets brand strategy and messaging.
- Utilizes internal reporting tools and collaborate with internal teams to identify customer-friendly keywords/text that are associated with products in order to maximize relevant results within on-site search and SEM programs.
- Strong understanding of eCommerce platforms, internet technology and search engine marketing.
- Ability to coordinate and develop web content and add to website ensuring that approvals are in place for all updates.
- Technical competence with HTML, layout, editing, proofing and production tools including but not limited to Photoshop.
- Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to contribute content for site and working well with outside vendor partners.
- Previous e-commerce and online media experience.
- Web content software experience required.
- 4- year college degree.
- 2-3 years of online professional experience.
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Public Relations Specialist with CommunityAmerica Credit Union (Posted March 30)
Responsible for the planning and execution of media, public and community relations programs and event planning that enhance the organization’s corporate reputation and link corporate citizenship with the organizational goals of the credit union. Position supports corporate communications and marketing initiatives.
- Manage general media and public relations (PR) efforts, including the day-to-day relationship with CommunityAmerica’s public relations agency of record.
- Develop strategic public relations and community programs/campaigns that enhance the company’s overall corporate reputation and awareness in the community. Ensure proper internal and external recognition for community focused initiatives.
- Advance concepts to enhance CommunityAmerica’s K-12 philanthropic focus and public profile, manage partnerships with the financial literacy organizations (School of Economics, and Junior Achievement) and coordinate and execute city-wide scholarship competitions.
- Manage high-profile member-facing events, including CommunityAmerica’s Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Events. Assess changes or recommend new approaches to enhance or shift focus/effort to other activities with more return on investment.
- Manage media-related press room and community-oriented website content, draft press releases and media alerts, provide communication support for senior management team and be the primary media contact as appropriate.
- Research, recommend, implement and manage innovative approaches to traditional media and limited social media to further highlight the credit union difference in the community.
- Responsible for driving and executing existing key public relations and community-focused initiatives, including corporate sponsorships such as the T-bones (manages suite usage and ticket requests), branch openings, and other corporate events designed to support public relations initiatives. Conceptualize, sell in and implement new-to-the-organization events, activities or projects/programs that resonate with the public and members (e.g. Signature Event).
- Responsible for facilitating city chamber activities within the company, including business meetings, events and leadership programs.
- Serve in leadership roles on cross-organizational teams both internal and within the community. Attend and present, as appropriate, at business and community meetings/events to build company’s image and represent the organization in the community.
- Maintain community relations policy outlining organization’s mission, vision, levels of sponsorship and the appropriate internal/external support for each level of sponsorship. Provide appropriate level of support as outlined in policy for various levels of sponsorship. Respond to all community and charitable requests in a timely and diplomatic fashion.
- Develop and maintain internal community relations program that tracks and encourages employee involvement in the community.
- Assist in the development and implementation of other communication programs as requested.
- Maintain files, expenses and correspondence for community relations activities.
- Excellent writing skills, strategic thinking, problem solving ability and decision-making judgment and demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and to organize and manage multiple tasks, projects and deadlines.
- Excellent influence management skills in order to influence colleagues and client groups to set/change direction and implement effective external communications programs.
- Knowledge of spreadsheet software and word processing software.
- 4-year degree in public relations, communications, marketing, business administration or a related field.
- MBA or a Masters in public relations or communications is preferred.
- 5 or more years dedicated experience in a public relations or marketing role is required.
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Account Executive with Gragg Advertising agency (Posted March 26)
The Account Executive is responsible for the relationship between the agency and their clients. The Account Executive will look after the client’s needs through direct contact, liaison and the management of staff and agency resources. The Account Executive will be the key, day-to-day agency representative to the client and will maintain a highly responsive service orientation in all transactions. The Account Executive reviews all creative concepts to confirm whether they meet strategic creative guidelines before they are delivered to the client for approval. The Account Executive is responsible for keeping regular strategic contact with the accounts assigned to them. The Account Executive reports directly to the Account Service Manager.
- Plan, prepare and execute daily meetings with all team members to review current projects.
- Confer and work in conjunction with Agency departments as necessary to ensure project completion according to deadlines.
- Formulate and execute strategic plans to manage assigned Agency client expectations.
- Function as the strategic lead for all assigned Agency clients.
- Formulate lead start projections for all assigned Agency clients and ensure that actual figures are added to projections as they become available.
- Formulate and deliver year-over-year analysis for all assigned Agency clients.
- Plan, prepare and execute monthly strategic meetings for all assigned Agency accounts.
- Inspect project tracking for accuracy.
- Inspect all final documents, materials, collateral or otherwise before delivering to assigned Agency clients.
- Function as the main point of contact for all assigned Agency clients.
- Travel to and attend client visits when called upon to do so.
- Provide support to the Account Service Manager.
- Extensive knowledge of Excel.
- BS/BA or above.
- 5-7 years of related experience.
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