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Academics West

Digital Marketing Specialist

Academics West, New York, New York, us, 10261


Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Start Date: Immediate

Role: Professional will collaborate with the marketing team members and colleagues in other school departments to develop and implement a strategic unified plan for all Academics West communications and branding, including social media, website, print, and outreach to various stakeholders and constituencies. The marketing campaign focus is to enhance brand recognition, increase website traffic, and acquire new students. The ideal candidate will be both a big-picture strategic and creative thinker and task oriented willing to take on large and small tasks to achieve goals. This unique individual will report to the Chief Strategy and Development Officer.

Responsibilities:

Drafting and pitching social media content to the Founders and Chief Strategy and Development Officer

Executing social media content

Develop, pitch and execute email & SMS campaigns

Assist with creation of school leadership presentations and workshops at conferences, etc.

Collaborate with marketing, admissions, and school administrators to create engaging content on all platforms

Oversee website updates and social media channels to boost web traffic and respond to direct message as needed

Manage relationship with website consultant to ensure website content is up-to-date, accurate and ensure a positive user experience

Manage reputation through reviews and feedback on platforms like Indeed, Niche, Privateschoolreview, Glass Door, and Google.

Managing the organization’s brand identity by communicating with internal and external parties and ensuring the integrity and consistency of the brand is reflected across all public-facing materials

Liaise with the organization’s Development, Admissions, Outreach, Alumni Affairs, and other departments to support communication needs.

Crafting and executing email marketing campaigns that drive engagement and generate leads

Assisting with strategic development for SEO campaigns, starting from kick-off and extending thru post-launch and analysis stages

Assist with website technical audits to identify areas of concern from an SEO perspective

Monitor competitors' and industry based digital marketing activities and identify opportunities for improvement

Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in digital marketing and implement innovative strategies to enhance performance

Execute pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, and content marketing as needed.

Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the effectiveness of digital marketing initiatives, making data-driven adjustments as necessary to optimize campaign performance and ROI.

Capture photography and videography, edit and customize for social media, the website, and in-house materials.

Attend program events and photo and video shoots to provide in-house photography needs and production assistance.

Provide design assistance for marketing materials such as brochures, banners, infographics, and other visual assets.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, marketing, or a related field.

Portfolio of writing/content examples.

Experience developing short- and long-term communication strategies

5-7 years of marketing experience. Proven experience as a content manager, copywriter, editor, or a similar role.

Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills in English.

An ability to write creative copy for both large pieces of content (e.g. product descriptions, website pages) and smaller texts (e.g. social media posts)

Strong knowledge of content marketing; understanding of SEO and web/traffic analytics.

Proficient in using social media platforms, Microsoft Office, and other content/publishing tools.

Growing technical knowledge, including WordPress, HTML, SEO/SEM, CRM, Google analytics and search platforms, content management solutions, email marketing and automation, and analytical software

Knowledge of graphic design, basic video/audio production, website management, and related software such as Squarespace, Canva, Adobe suite, Microsoft Office, and G-Suite.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Works well with others as a team player and adapts to feedback

Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Solid time-management skills and project management experience desired

Experience in project management is a plus

Proven work experience as a Digital Marketing Specialist or Digital Marketing Manager

Please provide the following samples upon applying to the position:

Press release

Graphic design piece (can include social media, branding, web design, print materials, advertisement)

Social Media Post

Writing sample of your choice

Working Conditions

Hybrid position and on site is based on the department's needs.

Evening or weekend work may be required around major events.

Flexible work from home options available.