Marketing & Communication Specialist

Job Summary: The Marketing Communications Specialist will promote the company’s products and services to existing and prospective customers through strategic use of graphics, logos, and other promotional products. Supervisory Responsibilities:  None. Duties/Responsibilities:  Collaborates with sales or marketing representatives to fully understand product and communication needs.  Gathers the materials necessary to understand the project and competition in the area, such as literature or previous marketing campaigns; analyzes these materials to determine the most effective communications technique.  Based on assessment, drafts and proposes communications campaigns, which may include social and online media, print media, direct mail, and other multimedia.  Presents design ideas and recommendations to the marketing manager, committee, or sales team.  Creates and coordinates multimedia packages.  Composes draft speeches for senior management and assists with finalizing speeches.  Schedules and develops filming scripts and production.  Evaluates the success of campaigns when completed.  Attends trade shows and community fairs and staffs the company booth.  Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills that may include public speaking and presentations.  Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.  Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Education and Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, Communications, or related field.  Three to five years of related experience writing and editing projects; a portfolio of relevant previous projects is highly preferred. Physical Requirements:  Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.  Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.