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Do you have a passion for innovative strategy creating exceptional guest journeys and designing impactful digital experiences Bring your creativity drive and business acumen to a world-class brand where the possibilities are endless. Join Hilton recognized as the #1 Best Workplace in America by Great Place to Work and Fortune for two consecutive years. Come for the job grow in your career and enjoy the journey of Making the Stay.
We are looking for a Complex Marketing Manager to join the Hilton family. This role supports two premier Hilton properties in Iowa with time split between the Hilton Des Moines Downtown and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex.
- Open to REMOTE candidates within driving distance and based out of Iowa Nebraska Minnesota Illinois OR Wisconsin . Requirements to be visit and be on property at both locations 1 week a month and / or for specific activations or events that may need marketing to be present.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
3 years of combined marketing advertising and / or ecommerce marketing experience
Prior hotel / travel industry experience ispreferred but not requiredBachelors Degree with emphasis in marketing and / or public relations preferred
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES & POSITION PURPOSE
In this role you will support two Director of Sales & Marketing in all Marketing Strategy Planning & Execution for both hotels.
Assist in the development management execution and measurement of all aspects of the marketing / branding strategies under the leadership of both Director of Sales and Marketing; including but not limited to Ecommerce Digital Audits / Merchandising social media Paid Digital & Traditional Advertising Video / Photography Shoots & Content Management etc.All efforts should be focused on maximizing commercial performance.Success measures include; budget achievement increasing topline revenue optimizing expenses and achieving channel / market share objectives.The keys to success in this role are as follows :
Build a close alignment with on-property regional and brand marketing teams.Highly adaptable to seasonality and conflicting priorities.Successfully execute the tactical elements of the annual marketing plan.Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects at once.Has a passion for learning and staying on the cutting edge of new digital strategies trends and technologies.KEY DUTIES
Project Management : Plans and manages the development of creative collateral (In coordination with an agency where applicable) and ensures timely media placement and coordination of production / materials deadlines with expense management in mind.Digital Merchandising & Ecommerce : Works to regularly audit and ensure accuracy of content and assets (including but not limited to : Owned and Third-Party Websites Digital & Traditional Advertising Photography and Videography) and that each aligns with the hotels branding and positioning strategy by guest segment.Experiential Marketing : Works alongside Operations to ideate and promote curated on-property experiences and activations (ex : Holiday Suite)B2B Sales & Catering Marketing Support : Collaborates with sales leaders to provide marketing support to all sales-impacted market segments candidate should possess Canva creative skillsMonthly Reporting : Under the guidance of the Directors of Sales and Marketing owns & prepares monthly marketing activity reportsPublic Relations and Social Media Management : Supports in the development and execution of PR & social media strategies including influencer and media publication relationsBranding & Positioning Assistance : Assists with the hotel positioning and content / messaging strategy based on the hotels business & customer mix along with Brand pillar integrationAncillary Outlet Support : Develops revenue-focused local marketing promotions and aids in creative ideation of outlet activations for the operations team to executeExternal Agency Management : serves as primary liaison with external agencies (example : digital PR creative) by delivering strategic creative briefs and ensuring timely deliverablesPartnership Management : plans and execute projects withlocal partnership activations and sponsorships that align with the hotels positioningSUPPORTIVE SERVICES :
Participates where appropriate in trade / business related functions events conferences and workshopsPerforms special projects and other responsibilities as assigned and participates in task forces committees and cluster groups as requestedAssists the Directors in preparing ad-hoc presentations including hotel executive committee meetings ownership reviews and corporate hotel reviews; at times this role may be required to present in these commercial meetingsBUSINESS ACUMEN
Core Hard Skills :
Extensive knowledge of marketing communication mediums including traditional digital and social channelsProficiency in data analysis and translating insights into compelling narrativesAbility to navigate a matrix organizationProject managementCopywritingSoftware / Program Skills / Knowledge :Microsoft Office (Word Power Point Excel & Outlook)
Social Media Websites (Facebook Instagram etc)
CMS Platforms
Digital Analytics
Canva Adobe and / or Photoshop
Ideal Soft Skills :
Presentation / Communication skillsRelationship building & thoughtful networkingLeadership abilitiesProactive strong points of viewDemonstrate ownership / sense of urgency to deliver results#LI-JW1
The Benefits
Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.
We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as :
Health insuranceCareer growth and developmentTeam Member Resource GroupsRecognition and rewards programsGo Hilton travel discount programBest-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)Supportiveparental leaveEmployee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discountDebt-free education : Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees high school completion English-language learning digital literacy professional certificates and more)
Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Bidding,Guest Services,Infrastructure Development,Barista,Jni
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1