Here at The Knot Worldwide, we believe in doing work that matters. Our leading family of brands (The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas, Hitched, The Bash, The Bump, and more) inspire, inform, and celebrate our communities as they move through life's milestones. Our couples and business partners depend on us. They're all in. So are we.
The Knot Worldwide seeks a motivated, enthusiastic team player to join our marketing team as a Manager, Sales Development Marketing. In this role, you'll work with the Global Media Solutions team across our wedding and baby brands to build better solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Own the creative development process and respond to incoming RFP's. Must be able to tackle projects independently with a solutions-oriented mindset
Create integrated marketing programs that include custom content, digital media, events, product/ad tech innovation, social, research and/or print while working closely with the sales team
Utilize storytelling and strong visuals to bring creative concepts to life within proactive proposals and RFP responses
Communication: Interface with internal teams including editorial, creative solutions, PR and product when building out custom opportunities
Ability to communicate and work closely with graphic designer for mock ups and visuals needed within presentations
Excellent time-management and organization: work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities
Oversee execution of sold programs into post-sale workflow; "Quarterback" process (liaise with Creative Solutions and Account Management internal departments at all levels) to ensure clear transmission of information to the project team; Maintain team assignments, time allocation, overall status and manage any required adjustments needed; Attend internal and external meetings; Monitor timelines and internal communication through weekly check-ins; Handle live and virtual event activations for clients
Strong presentation skills: Attend client meetings/calls with sales team to help pitch and present creative solutions
Oversee key assigned categories (Wedding Dresses, Apparel, Home Goods, Appliances, Pharma, Health & Wellness, and other as assigned), including working directly with internal teams on strategic retention/renewal and growth opportunities
Serve as marketing lead on client calls
Other assignments, projects and categories as needed
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:
3-5 years relevant experience in digital marketing, advertising or other related field
Clear & compelling creative/marketing writing and presentation skills
Excellent time-management, organization and multi-tasking skills-able to manage all assigned projects and meet deadlines
Obsessed with everything digital...from Facebook and Instagram to iPhone apps and YouTube, TikTok, etc.
Creative and proactive in suggesting new marketing materials & programs
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including editorial, creative solutions, account management, revenue operations, product, PR, etc.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Solid knowledge of research metrics
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience producing client facing materials and proposals, specifically responding to RFP's
