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Creative Services Manager

Rockford, IL 611011102

Posted: 02/21/2023 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: A -Professional Job Number: R 1773591019 Pay Rate: 60000

Job Description

Marketing Manager The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of hands-on marketing experience within a business marketing department or in an advertising agency or marketing communications firm. Involvement in the development and execution of annual marketing plans is a must. 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following: 
  • Manage and in some cases create marketing, promotional and communication materials
  • Specifically: 
    • Print production of collateral literature, including Visitors Guide
    • Seasonal campaigns and special promotions
    • Host and/or assist with travel writer and influencer visitors
    • Web site management, web marketing activities
    • Advertising function including creative, media selection, negotiation and placement
    • Collateral for sales and development departments
    • Creative for social media, presentations and other tasks as assigned
    • Assist with special events including press conferences
      • Work with internal marketing/communication staff to effectively complete projects including quarterly reports, and sales and destination development collateral.
      • Assist in developing and executing corporate design standards.
      • Manage and maintain digital assets for future campaigns.
      • Evaluate, hire and manage outside contractors for well-defined support activities. 
      • Interface with  staff as needed to understand, plan and execute any marketing related activity that relates directly with critical publics. 
      • Develops and maintains media relations and communications with outside sources.
      • Evaluates and identifies new markets to target.


 CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
  • Minimum of five years’ experience in marketing or marketing communications position(s)
  • Thorough understanding of marketing principles
  • Experience in all aspects of marketing project management from concept development through production
  • Articulate in both verbal and written communications: copywriting, editing and proof-reading skills a plus
  • A team player with a "get the job done" attitude
  • Project multi-tasking experience vital, able to track a project from start to finish
  • Good negotiation skills
  • Understanding of digital marketing
  • Understanding of print production process
  • Experience in print, radio and TV advertising: media evaluation, recommendation, contract negotiation, scheduling, deadlines, creative and production
  • Experienced in common computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
  • Experience in Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
 EDUCATION EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing; or minimum of 5 years marketing/public relations related experience.  
  • Graphic design experience required
  • Experience in tourism/hospitality industry desirable

Please apply directly to this opportunity or contact Rachel at 815-997-1417 or rachel.thomann@furstpros.com with any questions.
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Meet Your Recruiter

Rachel Thomann
VP, FurstProfessionals

Year Started: 2011

I wanted to be a physical therapist when I grew up.

 

Favorite Quote:

“My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness.” – Maya Angelou

 

What do you enjoy most about your work?

It’s so rewarding to meet great people and match them up with our clients’ needs!

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