Marketing Specialist

About the role

Rice Companies is seeking a Marketing Specialist to join their team at the Sauk Rapids, MN headquarters. This role supports the Director of Marketing and the team in developing and executing marketing plans and functions.

Responsibilities

• Execute and track marketing efforts and tactics while following brand guidelines and strategies.
• Create clear and engaging communications and graphic designs for various marketing needs, including newsletters, marketing emails, web, and marketing material (print and digital).
• Cook up, write, design graphics, and execute monthly internal email newsletters and intranet content.
• Cook up, create, and update digital signage content, channels, and playlists across all locations.
• Support marketing material for sales, including campaign materials (emails, landing pages, mailers, etc.). Includes designing graphics and writing marketing content.
• Manage the inventory of marketing materials, supplies, and promotional items (which also includes the marketing material needs of sales, operations, and human resources).
• Order, maintain, and coordinate promotional swag, apparel, and crew materials. Order company print materials and business cards. Create artwork, proofs, and mock-ups for material and promotional items for vendors.
• Track updates for marketing materials and correspondence with team members.
• Track, maintain, and update marketing databases, company statistics, and project information across all necessary platforms and materials.
• Keep an accurate and up-to-date inventory of photos and videos. Maintain the archival process for all video, multimedia, and publishing projects.
• Manage and update the marketing digital asset management software and data. Track project data and develop project references and employee bios.
• Develop and execute digital marketing efforts including SEO tactics, ads, digital screens, and content, leads, and other sales-related outcomes from events.
• Support vendor relations by coordinating and tracking third-party marketing vendors, as needed.
• Prepare marketing reports and metrics using various platform data and insights.
• Support the marketing team with administrative tasks and marketing operations functions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, human resources, and operations, to develop graphic designs and content for the company's needs.
• Stay informed on relevant industry guidelines, trends, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Average of 2 years of relevant job experience.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Express).
• Experience with Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and other video editing software is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Strong project management skills.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design and video editing software is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive pay, family-forward benefits, and a little fun mixed in make Rice Companies a great place to work. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, life insurance, 401K with employer match, paid time off, and career training and development.