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Our media team is growing and we’re looking for someone who has drive and shows a willingness to learn. So if you’re drawn to the advertising and marketing world and specifically interested in media buying, then this is what you’ve been waiting for.
This position will be located in our Columbia office and is responsible for supporting the media team with research, buys and reconciliation. Critical thinking and superior math skills are required, as well as an eagerness to take on responsibility and help in any way needed.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist media buyers with all facets of integrated campaigns
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media vendors
- Manage the buy reconciliation process by approving makegoods, negotiating credits, and approving invoices to ensure timely payment of vendors
- Work with vendors and project managers to manage creative deadlines and ensure they are met
- Facilitate digital campaign launches by following established tracking and reporting procedures
- Set up and implement paid social campaigns
- Prepare regular campaign reports at established intervals
And here are a few ways we describe the people who fit into our agency culture:
- Curious – everyone here has the courage wonder what’s next for our clients and our industry
- Team-oriented – this is a true team environment where our clients are the most important member of the team
- Big thinkers – we are all makers, innovators and catalysts for change
- Business savvy – our focus is on strategic, original work that drives a positive bottom line for our client
- Get it done attitude – we are client-focused, responsive and always thinking about measuring our results
- Pride in work – we do what we say to the best of our ability and we are always going for great
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing or related field
- Relevant coursework and internship experience in marketing or media
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent analytical and math skills
- Proficiency in Excel
- Capable of working independently and managing projects from start to finish while keeping managers updated on progress
- Take initiative in acquiring new skills and taking on the workload
- Must exhibit professionalism and confidence in working with vendors, team members and clients
- Willingness to dig into a problem and work diligently to find a solution
- Experience with managing paid social campaigns and Google AdWords is a plus
To apply, go to https://chernoffnewman.com/careers/media-coordinator/.
Title: Marketing Manager
Reports to: President
Experience level: 5+ years
Summary: Hawthorne Pharmacy has provided knowledgeable and neighborly service to patients in the Midlands since 1949. Currently with eight stores around the Midlands, the company’s services include retail pharmacy, custom compounded medications and medical equipment. Hawthorne is looking for a skilled marketing manager to develop, coordinate and execute strategic brand-focused marketing and communications for the company. The ideal candidate for this position has experience in healthcare or pharmaceutical marketing, strong knowledge of digital marketing strategy and tactics, positive attitude, and a tireless work ethic.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for:
· Designing and executing strategic marketing plan to achieve Hawthorne Pharmacy’s business goals
· Day to day execution and management of all communications and marketing
· Serve as point of contact with marketing and communications-related vendors
· Manage and update websites
· Manage and post on Hawthorne social media outlets
· Create and manage sales and promotion calendars in consultation with company leaders
· Serve as point of contact for all media requests
· Coordinate in-store marketing activities with store managers
· Proficiency on federal and state rules and regulations around healthcare communication
· Represent Hawthorne Pharmacy at off-site events
· Reporting and data analysis
· Other duties as assigned
Skills & Requirements:
4-year degree in marketing, communications, or related field
· At least 5 years’ experience, with 2+ years working in healthcare and/or pharmacy
· May require work outside normal business hours on occasion
· Excellent communication skills
· Proficiency with:
o Facebook Business Manager
o Mailchimp
o Website CMS
o Social media platforms
o Microsoft Office Suite
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to [email protected] No phone calls, please.
Hawthorne Pharmacy offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package. Hawthorne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider applicants equally without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability.
Description: Our Digital Marketing Specialist will lead the management, coordination, oversight, and execution of TPM’s overall Marketing strategy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Effectively creates and manages social media posts
• Creates and designs corporate collateral and webpages
• Manages Hubspot marketing automation system to include outbound emails, landing pages, and blogs
• Manages WordPress website
• Analyzes target market information to identify and recommend effective marketing approaches
• Identifies new market segments that will benefit from company products
• Coordinates and collaborates with all vendor partnerships to maximize marketing development funds, available resources, coordinated outbound efforts, etc.
• Manages and directs all marketing related technology
• Oversees TPM’s brand strategy and coordinates all live and virtual events
• Maintains knowledge on emerging products and services
• Collaborates with senior executives across the organization to develop growth plans
• Forecasts, drafts, implements, and oversees the department’s operating budget
• Complete vendor marketing certifications from vendors: SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk, Bluebeam, Markforged, HP
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage and meet all requirements, certifications, and dates to receive MDF funds from vendors quarterly
• Thorough understanding of digital and inbound marketing practices
• Complete understanding of technology sales process and marketing’s role in leads and contributed revenue
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Advanced proficiency with programs such as Hubspot, SalesForce, WordPress, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Individual marketing tasks as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic communications, marketing, or related field required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
What We’re Looking For
Truematter is a user experience consultancy that makes websites and applications that are user-friendly and loved by the people who interact with them. We care deeply about online content and devote great energy to its excellence. We need a content intern to help lighten our significant load. We are also looking for people who might be a good fit for our team longer term. Show us you were born to write and strategize online content.
Required Skills & Qualities
This is a writing internship. You will write extensively every day you’re in the office. If you don’t feel passion burning in your heart for words and writing, this internship is not for you.
- Degree Program – We’re looking for college students pursuing degrees in:
- Journalism / Communications
- English / Writing
- Library Science
- Related Writing-Centric Programs
- General Writing Skills – High proficiency in English grammar and usage. Familiarity with AP style.
- Interactive Writing Skills – We’d love you to have experience writing content, particularly microcopy, online. If you don’t, the strength of your writing should knock our socks off.
- Content Organization – Experience organizing disparate pieces of content into clear categories.
- Software Skills – Strong Proficiency
- Required – Microsoft Office (e.g. Word)
- Required – Mac or PC operating systems.
- Desired – Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. InDesign)
- Learning & Curiosity – Relentless desire to learn and immerse yourself in all things interactive.
- Independence – The ability to make things happen with limited direction. Excellent proactive attitude, take-charge personality, and “can-do” demeanor.
- Personal Organization – Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
Warning – We don’t do traditional copywriting.
Writing for the web is very different from traditional or advertising copywriting. You’ll need to be willing to learn how to write online and aspire to create outstanding web content within the standards and best practices of our discipline, user experience.
Responsibilities
Write and Edit
Author, edit, and assist with writing for web sites, intranets, apps, mobile sites, software, internal projects and the like. Learn the principles of web writing and apply them to your work.
Learn Content Strategy
Immerse yourself in the fascinating craft of content strategy. Contribute to content strategy documentation. Participate in client discovery and user testing sessions.
Evaluation Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated based on experience, online samples, interview, and references.
Hours & Trial Period
- 10-20 hours per week, on site (paid).
- 4-week trial period to verify skills and fit.
Send Application
Include resume, cover letter, and three writing clips (web writing preferred but not required).
Truematter
Bailey Lewis, Director of Content Strategy
[email protected]
2180 Boyce Street, Suite B
Columbia, SC 29201
truematter.com
@truematter
OVERVIEW:
The South Carolina Education Lottery (SCEL) offers two types of products: instant tickets (scratch-off games) and terminal-generated (number) games. The Product Development Analyst is responsible for managing all aspects of game life cycles and acts as the primary point of contact for any internal or external product-related questions. This position is at-will and is not covered by the State Employee Grievance Procedures Act.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages the day-to-day aspects of game life cycles, to include communicating product messaging to lottery retailers on a regular basis.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for any internal or external product-related questions.
- Collaborates with both the Product Development and Marketing teams to ensure timeliness and accuracy of all deliverables.
- Works closely with the Product Manager to define and implement new game features, helps define key performance indicators that will influence departmental decisions, and provides a measurable definition of success.
- Conducts a daily review of the inventory status for all instant games and related product forecasting.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
- Reviews departmental processes and workflows and makes recommendations on improvement opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in Accounting or Finance, is required. Relevant work experience, is preferred.
A successful candidate:
- Has knowledge of Microsoft Office products, with at least intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Has the ability to organize large amounts of data into usable and accessible information.
- Enjoys researching and talking to players to understand their problems, and driving innovative solutions for the broader player base.
- Has the ability to work independently, yet thrive in an open, team environment.
- Is detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
- Is a self-starter, and can identify meaningful projects with minimal direction.
- Is willing to be flexible and helpful in areas outside of their job description.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
The Product Development Analyst must: (1) have the ability to identify problems, analyze facts, and research sound conclusions; (2) have strong writing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to both internal and external contacts; (3) have the ability to recognize and prioritize issues that may arise, and adjust workflow accordingly; (4) establish and maintain effective working relationships; and (5) exercise sound judgment and discretion.
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