The ideal candidate has a strong grounding in content and a passion for writing and producing marketing and sales materials and thought leadership. The Marketing Manager will also be responsible for creating a monthly analysis of the effectiveness of ongoing marketing programs.

This position is required to be onsite 2 days per week at our downtown Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling and engaging content—including website copy, blog posts, case studies, sales enablement materials, articles, social media, research reports, white papers, and webinars/presentations—across multiple platforms, and manage the content creation process.
• Organize and execute editorial brainstorming and planning sessions, and manage our annual editorial calendar.
• Assist with the execution of successful tradeshows, roadshows, sponsorships, and other thought leadership events, including One North’s annual client event, The Assembly.
• Develop materials for One North’s client-facing events—invitations, presentation content, and post-event content.
• Collaborate with speakers on webinar or event/tradeshow presentations.
• Partner with the sales team to understand sales-enablement content needs. Keep sales-enablement website updated with the most recent content.
• Develop strong relationships with internal subject matter experts, and collaborate with them to create content on various topics.
• Work closely with designers, motion graphics artists, and other stakeholders to ensure the compelling delivery of final marketing assets.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics—such as website traffic, engagement rates, and conversions as well as sales activity, opportunities, and won revenue—and make data-driven recommendations for future marketing and content efforts.
• Assist with internal communications efforts, including crisis/emergency communications efforts in support of One North’s hosting business.
• Research industry trends, market insights, and competitor analysis to inform content development and identify opportunities.
• Keep informed of industry best practices, emerging trends, and evolving marketing formats to enhance future content marketing initiatives.
• Oversee ongoing website development efforts.

Skills & Qualifications

• 3 or more years of professional marketing or content marketing experience
• BA/BS in Marketing or Journalism, or combination of experience and education in related area
• Great at telling a story using words, images, or audio and understands how to create content, digital experiences, and marketing materials that draw an audience
• MUST be self-motivated and proactive—with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment—while managing complex marketing programs
• Works seamlessly across teams and disciplines
• Has a clear understanding of the business goal behind marketing programs
• Strong communication and project management skills a MUST, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to “manage up” and keep executives informed of marketing efforts
• Works well under pressure and diffuses challenging situations
• Diplomatic and tactful, using a clear, courteous professional manner when dealing with both internal and external customers
• Adapts to change easily and can handle multiple projects
• Detail oriented a MUST
• HubSpot and WordPress knowledge a plus

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits program includes Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Health coverage, as well as a health savings account with employer-funded contributions.
• We also offer Dental and Vision insurance. All of our full-time employees are eligible for Life/AD&D insurance and Short/Long Term Disability insurance free of cost, with the option to add additional voluntary coverage if desired.
• One North’s 401(k) plan allows employees to save for retirement through pre- or post-tax contributions along with employer-matched funds for maximized savings potential.
• Our Transportation Benefits enable employees to also make pre-tax contributions to pay for parking and public transit needs.
• We know how important unwinding can be for inspiration, innovation and productivity. Our full-time employees earn 4 weeks of paid time off, in addition to company paid holidays. Employees begin to accrue additional time off once they reach their 3-year and 10-year anniversaries with the business.
• One North also understands how critical it is for parents to bond with their new additions. We provide paid Parental and Primary Caregiver Leave to assist and support employees who experience a new birth, adoption or foster placement of a child.
• We also offer an Employee Perks Program that offers member-only discounts and corporate rates on everything from pizza and the zoo, to movie tickets, car rentals, and hotels.

*Additional details around our perks and benefits will be provided during the interview process.
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