Associate Brand Manager

The Design Group, Arkansas’ LEADER in multicultural marketing seeks qualified candidate:

Position: Brand Manager -In-person only

We just keep growing. It’s incredible. For real. How do we do it? Well, short and simple: great clients and remarkable people doing amazing things for the brands we represent and the communities in which we live. And we need more amazing thought leaders, task masters and creatives to build upon the success we’ve already had.

The Design Group (TDG) is Arkansas’ LEADER in multicultural marketing, as well as one of the South’s fastest growing communications firms. We’re looking for brand managers with 3-5 years of experience. But, we know that sometimes remarkable comes in non-traditional packages. If you think you’ve got the stuff, don’t let “years of experience” stop you from reading on.

So, what constitutes remarkable?

We’re looking for an ideator, a leader, a team-builder, a motivator, an envelope pusher and box destroyer. We’re looking for someone who understands that success comes from thinking big, rolling up your sleeves and getting down to business—delivering the extraordinary.

Our experienced brand manager must be a big-picture thinker, yet plan on a tactical level and think longitudinally. The ability to spot and clear bottlenecking at a tactical level is a fundamental. Our brand manager must love building brands from the ground up and be equally passionate about taking established brands to the next level. A leader who can manage a brand, no matter the size, with expert precision is the kind of remarkable we’re talking about.

The pace is fast. The team is, well, remarkable. The work is challenging, and can sometimes be downright tough, but making the impossible possible is so rewarding.

Now we’ve got lists. Who doesn’t love lists?

Skills required

TDG realizes we all bring a set of skills to the table. With that in mind, we like for our team members to be a melting pot of:

• Rubik’s Cube champs—the ability to problem solve is uber important
• Juggling pros—lots of balls in the air all the time, so multitasking is chief
• Marathoners (super-fast walker at the very least)-- Own at least one pair of running shoes to keep up in our fast-paced environment
• Ability to telephone, tell a friend—i.e. strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Keen, eagle-like vision— at least when it comes to details
• Projecting a cucumber-cool presence— working under pressure while maintaining a cool outlook
• Mr./Ms./Mx. Confident—ability to be confident enough to give clients trust in your work
• And, always, the personality and character to build relationships with your team members and a rapport with your clients

Job-Specific Requirements

• 3-5 years in Brand Management or advertising/marketing/PR agency experience (Don’t forget, we know that sometimes remarkable comes in non-traditional packages. If you think you’ve got the stuff, don’t let “years of experience” stop you from applying.)
• MA in Marketing or Communications preferred. BA/BS Marketing or Communications degree, or equivalent work experience
• Strong creative/technical writing background
• Experience with complex accounts, requiring an understanding of integrated marketing including digital, direct, and data-driven marketing
• Creative problem-solving skills, including the ability to anticipate client questions
• Conceptual thinking and a propensity to recognize opportunities
• Strong relationship-building abilities, able to become a trusted marketing resource for the team and client
• Capable of interacting with the client with minimal supervision
• Resiliency, flexibility, and spot-on decision-making strengths
• Responsibility driven, naturally exhibiting strong initiative, highly motivated in a fast-paced environment
• Extensive project management skills, with the proven ability to manage many tasks simultaneously, collaborating with multiple disciplines and the client in marketing planning, strategies, and tactics to ensure timely completion of quality work
• Strong digital skills and knowledge of the digital/social media world, from SEO to social media to paid advertising (e.g., display advertising, remarketing, paid social)
• Scrupulous attention to detail; solid verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Maintains information regarding all client projects in an organized and accessible manner
• Quickly and accurately relays client requests to all appropriate agency personnel
• Coordinates client meetings and schedules
• Regularly checks for and responds promptly to all client communication
• Tracks progress of clients’ projects through production staff, media, public relations, and creative
• Effectively presents, sells, and defends all agency work/proposals to clients when needed
• Manages client communication- ensuring the team is responsive to client requests and inquiries
• Actively networks within the relevant industry and regional areas, cultivating potential new business

Benefits:

The Design Group’s culture is flexible and team-oriented. The position will report to the Director of Public and Media Relations while being accountable to the entire TDG team. All TDG positions include a robust benefits package and perks such as generous vacation time and flexible work weeks.

If you want to become one of our new brand managers send in your resume today!

The Design Group believes a diverse team brings a wider range of personal and professional experiences and perspectives. We recognize that diversity and inclusion benefit our agency, our clients, and the communities in which we work and live. To that end, we strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Benefit Conditions:

• A waiting period may apply

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Brand Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person