Marketing Manager, Off Campus Partners
Location : Charlottesville, VA or Richmond, VA
Overview
CoStar Group (NASDAQ : CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives. We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
Off Campus Partners :
Off Campus Partners, a CoStar Group subsidiary and part of the Apartments.com network, is the leading provider of off-campus housing websites for colleges and universities in the U.S. Our mission is to simplify the off-campus housing experience for universities, students, and property managers nationwide. We have established partnerships with more than 150 of the country's top universities, offering their students a user-friendly platform to search for housing, find roommates, and access educational resources.
The Marketing Manager at Off Campus Partners shapes and executes marketing strategies that elevate our brand, expand awareness, and drive lead generation in the student housing and university markets. This role blends creative storytelling with data-driven marketing to reinforce OCP's position as the trusted leader in simplifying the off-campus housing experiencethe place for students to find a place.
Responsibilities
- Lead Integrated Campaigns : Deliver marketing initiatives and content that drive visibility, engagement, and qualified leads.
- Manage Digital Channels : Oversee social media, email, and paid advertising to grow traffic, conversions, and audience reach.
- Create & Maintain Content : Develop compelling creative assets (graphics, presentations, ads, social content) and manage a centralized content library for brand consistency.
- Optimize Web Presence : Work with the Apartments.com team to improve SEO, content strategy, and user experience to maximize engagement and conversion.
- Analyze & Refine : Use data insights to measure performance and optimize strategies for ROI.
- Collaborate Across Teams : Partner with internal teams such as Strategic Partnership Development, Account Management, Sales, and Product to align marketing with business goals.
- Stay Ahead of Trends : Monitor higher education and student housing insights to inform strategy and competitive positioning.
Why Join Us?
Shape the marketing vision for a growing, mission-driven brand in higher education and student housing.Work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your ideas directly drive business impact.Be part of a purpose-driven team that partners with universities to educate and empower students to feel supported, confident, and prepared during their college years and beyond.Basic Qualifications (Internal)
Two years of experience in Marketing at The CoStar Group or a current employee within the Off Campus Partners brand.Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Communications or Marketing from an accredited, not-for-profit, in-person college / university.Basic Qualifications (External)
24 years of experience in marketing, with a focus on digital strategy, content creation, or social media management.Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, and digital marketing best practices.Experience with Google Analytics, social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout), and content management systems (CMS).Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences.Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to implement campaigns and drive results aligned with business goals.Highly organized self-starter who thrives in both independent and team settings, with strong attention to detail.Bachelor's degree required from an accredited, not-for-profit, in-person college / university.Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education or the student housing industry.Experience with paid advertising platforms such as Google Ads and Meta (Facebook / Instagram) Ads.Proficiency with email marketing tools (e.g., SendGrid, Mailchimp) and campaign automation.Video editing skills for creating multimedia content (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Canva).Working knowledge of HTML / CSS for content updates and landing page edits.Experience using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to communicate marketing performance and insights.What's In It For You?
When you join CoStar Group, you'll experience a collaborative and innovative culture working alongside the best and brightest to empower our people and customers to succeed. Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to) :
Comprehensive healthcare coverage : Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription DrugLife, legal, and supplementary insuranceVirtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and familyCommuter and parking benefits401(K) retirement plan with matching contributionsEmployee stock purchase planPaid time offTuition reimbursementOn-site fitness center and / or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent), with yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group exercise classesAccess to CoStar Group's Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource GroupsComplimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacksWe welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply. However, please note that CoStar Group is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position. CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.