Marketing Associate
About The Position
The Marketing Associate is responsible for the development, planning, support, and implementation of marketing projects and activities for the Westlake group of companies. He/She coordinates and leads marketing projects, activities, and initiatives for the departments and divisions within the organization to ensure that the company has a consistent and powerful message and a strong brand. The Marketing Associate will be required to think strategically when planning and executing marketing projects and deliverables. The ideal candidate is an ambitious individual with strong attention to detail, creative thinking, and writing skills. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is highly desirable. Experience working on digital and traditional marketing projects is desired. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and hit target deadlines is a must. The Marketing Associate reports to the Marketing Manager.
Requirements
- Requires excellent written and verbal communication.
- Intermediate+ Word/PowerPoint/Excel knowledge.
- Ability to effectively work under tight deadlines and manage projects independently.
- Resourcefulness in solving problems.
- Excellent people skills with an upbeat and enthusiastic attitude.
- Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
- Strong computer skills.
- Superior professionalism and judgment.
- Strong work ethic.
- A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field is required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is highly desirable.
- Experience working on digital and traditional marketing projects is desired.
- General programming skills to include knowledge of statistical programs (i.e. SAS, SAP, SPSS, Matlab, etc.) and/or advanced database programs is a plus.
- Photoshop/illustrator/InDesign as well as video editing knowledge is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Collaboratively work with a diverse team to create and manage cross-organizational and integrated marketing communication pieces.
- Strategize, manage and coordinate projects with management, vendors, and contractors for the development and production of sales communication, events, promotional materials, website content/creative, and other projects.
- Provide writing and editing support for all outbound communications including all press releases, promotional materials, website content, and monthly newsletters.
- Creative thinker with background in graphic design and video editing.
- Review and edit existing promotional materials for marketing effectiveness and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Plan, manage, coordinate marketing and sales division events.
- Manage and update all communication portals.
- Success and comfort working in a fast-paced, roll-up-your-sleeves environment (on-site position only – No remote work).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401K matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $20 Billion Company, plus company matching
- Wellness Programs
- Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
- Career Path Opportunities
- Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
- Annual Flu Shot
- Paid Vacations Days
- Paid Sick days
- Paid holidays
- HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office)
- Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
- UKG Wallet
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
