Creative and accomplished marketing and communications development associate wanted for software development firm’s Marketing Department.
The successful candidate will be responsible for key marketing functions including design and file execution for electronic and print media, web site design, testing, and management, web marketing publishing initiatives, electronic newsletters, press release writing and distribution and special projects as needed.
The marketing and communications development associate will report to the Director of Marketing and Business Development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Designs and maintains html web site designs, maintains, and updates electronic marketing brochures
Designs print and electronic ads and creates appropriate files
Assists with promotional and advertising placements
Customizes graphical user interfaces (GUI) for client presentations in coordination with product development department
Creates PowerPoint presentations as needed
Assists in the coordination of events and trade shows
Researches and acquires industry-related information as needed
Participates in cross-departmental sales and marketing related activities
Participates in inter-department teams for the design and implementation of new products, services or ventures
Monitors Web statistics
Write and distribute press releases
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 2 years of experience in graphic design for print and electronic media, and communications, and/or journalism
Competence in layout principles and aesthetic design concepts
Strong understanding of how to combine new technology with creative innovation
Excellent visual and verbal communications skills
Competence in use of major design software programs including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, and PowerPoint
Competence in Joomla or other content management system.
Understanding of HTML/PHP helpful
Must have social media management skills
Competence in type font selection and usage
Competence in search engine optimization
Knowledge of cross browser design
Competence in manipulation of various popular electronic file formats
Project management skills, ability to work with tight deadlines, and ability to efficiently adjust to changing priorities
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the marketing/communications and web fields
Must be comfortable working in teams as well as independently
