Marketing & Communications Associate

Smithbucklin , a 650-person, employee-owned professional services company with more than 70 years of success serving the association market, is seeking a Marketing & Communications Associate to join our team in Chicago or Washington, DC.The Marketing & Communications Services (MCS) unit provides a variety of services to our client organizations, including branding, creative services, public relations, membership publications, and convention and event marketing that goes beyond the successful execution of program and campaign deliverables. Our team partners with association leaders and other volunteers to develop marketing and communication strategies that are based on solid research and analysis that support the overall objectives of the organization. At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness , where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients.What You Will Do Draft and manage distribution of client marketing communications, including e-mail, website, press releases and common social media channelsDevelop marketing collateral from copywriting through productionMaintain account master files and budget monitoring spreadsheetsMaintain marketing collateral sample filesOrganize and update distribution lists for marketing activitiesUpdate production schedules and advertising / editorial calendarsContribute to the organization, production, distribution and inventory oversight of marketing collateral / publications / news releases, as requestedUpdate client websitesManage development, materials / delivery and tracking of advertisingThis Role Might Be for You If… You have a passion for marketing and communications, and the impact this function has for nonprofitsYou have a proven ability to meet deadlines and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneouslyYou possess strong written and verbal communication skillsYou have the ability to travel up to 5�sic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution with a focus in Marketing, Communications or Business or equivalent experience0-2 years of relevant professional experiencePreferred Qualifications Agency and / or association management experience is a plusWorking knowledge of the general marketing process – research, planning, promotion and evaluationSolid understanding of social media and the ability to navigate popular outlets (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter)Proficiency with popular IT applications (Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail systems) and a basic understanding of HTML (web updates)Where Do You Fit? Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people – regardless of position or compensation – an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company. Our hybrid environment offers you the option to work from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40-hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines. Smithbucklin considers several factors when determining compensation, including a candidate's recent coursework, training, experience, and certifications, among other considerations. The expected pay for this role is Chicago : $51,000; DC : $53,000.Equal Employment Opportunity At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position. Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $51,000 - $53,000