Job Details

ABOUT US

Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.

If you are an experienced Marketing professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Brand Marketing Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director, Brand and Operations, the Brand Marketing Coordinator is part of Common App's Marketing team, which is responsible for the organization's brand, digital, and content marketing efforts as well as event planning and logistics. Members of the team work with colleagues across Common App to support product marketing, demand generation, digital and content marketing, creative design, event planning, and marketing technology.

This individual's responsibilities include helping to develop and analyze event goals and outcomes. This role also involves compiling reports about end user needs, and creating marketing campaign content; i.e. graphics, blog and social media posts. This role is an asset in working with our team in executing marketing events.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

This role requires:

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree, Marketing or Communications; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience directly related to the duties of the position; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the duties of the job listed above.
• Experience using CRM systems (particularly Salesforce).
• 2+ years of graphic design and/or video production experience.
• Demonstrated experience in marketing and ability to take initiative to improve results.
• Ability to communicate effectively across internal and external teams to keep projects on track.
• Attention to detail in all regards, ability to proofread for grammar, spelling, and punctuation with a high level of accuracy.
• Exceptional written, and oral communication skills with the ability to produce high quality, succinct communications & presentations.
• Project a positive, collaborative, professional demeanor at all times with extraordinary relationship building skills.
• Technically savvy with a high level of working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Google Suite, as well as other technology.
• Outstanding organizational skills, keen attention to detail, with the ability to work to deadlines.
• Work effectively in a virtual, collaborative, team-oriented environment while also being a strong individual contributor.
• Strong aptitude for high-level problem-solving.
• Effectively operates in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and has the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Passion for higher education.
• 2+ years experience (proficient) with web analytic programs (i.e. Google Analytics).

Pay Range:

$59,000- $64,000

Benefits

Common App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including:

• Work-Life balance
• Virtual-first office
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Seven company-wide holidays
• Nine floating holidays*
• Sick leave
• Monthly mental health day

*floating holidays prorated depending on start date

• Virtual-first support
• Choice of PC of MAC laptop
• May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
• One-time office set-up stipend
• Monthly remote work stipend
• Monthly mobile stipend
• Financial security
• Market-based salaries
• Performance-based bonus
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 5% company contribution
• additional 5% company match
• 3-year vesting schedule
• Participation may begin immediately
• Health & wellness
• Choice of two health insurance plans
• Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Maven virtual clinic for women's and family health
• Company provided life and ad&d insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
• Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
• Career development
• Budgeted annual funds for professional development
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Additional perks
• Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
• Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
• Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
• Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
• 1Password family account

We work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

HOW DO I APPLY

To apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.

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