Marketing Project Specialist_

MARKETING PROJECT SPECIALISTABOUT YOU:Are you ready to make an impact in the dynamic world of professional sports marketing? As a Marketing Project Specialist, you'll be at the heart of our marketing powerhouse, collaborating with the Director of Marketing & Partnerships—Professional Sports. This role is your opportunity to drive key projects that bring our marketing strategies to life, from concept to execution. You'll manage campaigns, streamline processes, and lead go-to-market activities that propel our growth, enhance product quality, and optimize efficiency across the board.Working closely with the Director of Marketing & Partnerships, you'll be the linchpin in managing and delivering results for complex, multi-dimensional projects that span across departments. If you're passionate about coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering high-impact marketing programs, this role is your chance to shine.YOU HAVE:+ Education. BA/BS in Business, Marketing, or a related field.+ Experience. 2-4 years of business experience in marketing, customer service, and/or project management.+ Technical Skills. Basic understanding of new product, process, and business development, as well as the marketing mix (4P’s). Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and basic MS Project skills. Internet proficiency with an understanding of capabilities and how to leverage them.+ Analytical and Project Coordination Skills. Strong analytical abilities and project coordination skills, with a detail-oriented approach and strong organizational capabilities.+ Communication Skills. Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple levels of the organization.+ Attention to Detail. Strong process orientation and meeting management skills. Ability to multitask and develop flexible solutions for challenges and opportunities.+ Teamwork and Independence. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude that supports others in driving for success.+ Inclusivity. Ability to engage and seek diversity in thought, perspective, and presence for the best possible solutions and results.+ Preferred. Desktop publishing experience and social media and digital knowledge.YOU WILL:+ Drive Marketing Projects and Programs:+ Participate in the development, implementation, and management of marketing projects and programs.+ Be the single point of contact for all related work on assigned projects.+ Work with cross-functional teams on approaches, strategies, and content development.+ Assist in developing vision, pacing/phasing, work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.+ Collaborate with all stakeholders, including end users, sales, marketing, operations, and service, to execute and implement project plans.+ Act as the voice of the customer—pre, during, and post-development; identify market needs and requirements.+ Work with the digital team on strategies, content calendars, and content creation to drive engagement on social platforms.+ Oversee multiple initiatives in parallel within the context of overall marketing projects.+ Lead and Execute Events:+ Coordinate and manage division events such as ring sizing, ring deliveries, and sales events.+ Handle event logistics, including packing/unpacking, travel arrangements, and budget management.+ Create and manage sales materials, including sales guides, price cards, order forms, and sales training materials.+ Manage on-site meetings and logistics.+ Provide Administrative Support:+ Document meeting notes and processes.+ Assist with presentation design, marketing copy, and photo editing.+ Print and collate information, process invoices for payment, and manage shipping needs.+ Typical/expected % of overnight travel: May be up to 25%; often times on short notice.LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:+ We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.+ We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.+ We believe in flexibility. We provide hybrid work options.+ We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 8 company paid holidays, and family paid leave.+ We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 30, 2024ABOUT US:Celebrating over 125 years of business, Jostens has been a part of local communities, working with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, teams, and affiliation groups. Representatives from Jostens touch thousands of schools and groups every day, working to make a difference with products and services that recognize accomplishments and help people tell their stories. These products, along with resources for educators, yearbook curriculum and services to help motivate and inspire like Jostens Renaissance® and Commitment to Graduate (C2G) are all designed to contribute to a positive and rewarding school experience. As a household name and leading brand in our market, we are passionate about being the most trusted partner in celebrating moments that matter. We are a mid-size company with a small company feel, allowing us to move fast and explore innovative ideas.Click on video link for an exclusive look into the Jostens experience! o/HIAsH659ALL ABOUT MARKETINGOur Marketing team leverages digital marketing strategies and tactics focused on schools, independent sales reps, parents, and students to deliver the right message, to the right customer, at the right time. Team members will understand and leverage customer insights through data analysis & testing to then create experiences and relevant content throughout the customer journey and to support our specialized products lines including Yearbooks, Class Rings, Graduation Products, and Professional Sports. Through executing across a variety of consumer touchpoints on jostens.com, social, e-mail and print materials, the team collaborates with internal partners to create relevant and timely marketing campaigns to meet the needs of our customers. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development. We can’t wait to show you what our Marketing Team has to offer at Jostens!AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com or (952) 830-3399.Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.California Privacy Policy: ostens.com/about/california-employee-privacy-policy