Digital Marketing & Media Specialist
Golden West Technologies
- Rapid City, SD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Maintain a thorough understanding of brand guidelines and objectives.
- Implement organic and paid social media campaigns across all platforms, using strategy outlined by the Marketing Manager and content and images provided by team members.
- Measure results and provide analytics, including frequency, schedule, and post-type recommendations.
- Manage Google AdWords retargeting and specific campaigns; analyze and report results.
- Write compelling copy and other short- to medium-length content for social media channels and various other uses.
- Liaise with designers to ensure digital content is informative and appealing.
- Report on campaign performance with the ability to distill and curate insights and findings.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports on web traffic using Google Analytics, social media engagement, and campaign performance.
- Monitor trends in social media tools, applications, channels, design, and strategy. Incorporate into Golden West's digital media plan as appropriate.
- Monitor search engine optimization (SEO) and user engagement and suggest content improvements.
- Implement digital tools such as A/B testing and Facebook Pixel to monitor user engagement and make or recommend tactical improvements.
- Execute email marketing communication to develop transactional, promotional, and informational content strategies that maximize member retention and acquisition.
- Update, edit, and proofread online content, including the Golden West website, as required for accuracy, presentation of marketing messages, and brand style and usage.
- Stay appraised of new developments in the media landscape, evaluate incoming media opportunities, and provide internal recommendations.
- As directed, create media plans and negotiate rates/placement across various channels, including digital, social, print, and radio.
- Execute campaigns within budgets by monitoring and forecasting expenses.
- Assist with Marketing and Communication Department-led projects, as directed.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned by Management.
- Knowledge of Companies' products and services.
- Knowledge of Companies' policies and procedures.
- Knowledge and expertise in digital marketing and social media management.
- Knowledge of website content management and email marketing systems.
- Knowledge of telecommunications industry.
- Knowledge of media planning and buying.
- Strong writing skills and storytelling sensibility.
- Knowledge and creative expertise in the technical aspects of digital and social media marketing, execution, and development – including application knowledge.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy within time constraints and deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong ability to plan, organize, and implement projects, campaigns, and events.
- Must be organized with excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in written formats with co-workers and business associates professionally and courteously.
- Ability to function effectively as a team player.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Ability to understand the Customer effectively.
- Must be able to work on-site at a Golden West designated reporting location.
- Must be able to travel to and from other Golden West locations, as needed, to perform position duties or assigned functions.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or related field, plus a minimum of two years of experience in marketing (digital preferred); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid South Dakota driver's license, have an excellent driving record, and be insurable under the Company's insurance policy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Web maintenance; familiarity with HTML is a plus. Certification in Google Analytics and/or Google AdWords is also a plus.