The Newsweek/The Daily Beast Company formed in February 2011 when Newsweek and The Daily Beast completed their merger, bringing together the revered print brand and one of the country’s best trafficked and most visible news sites. Since its founding in 1933, Newsweek has served as the world’s preeminent conversation starter. Launched in 2008, The Daily Beast now has upwards of 9 million unique users a month and has made an immediate and lasting impact on the world of online news.

Position: Sr. / Marketing Manager

Location: New York

Newsweek Daily Beast is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Marketing Manager to join its marketing team. This integral position offers the opportunity for the right person to play a pivotal role in developing strategic and integrated marketing solutions for this dynamic company.

The Marketing Manager will work directly with 2-3 integrated account managers on a variety of accounts, and will be responsible for developing, managing and executing multi-platform proposal requests and custom programs. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of the digital and social media space. The position will report directly to the Vice President, Marketing.

Responsibilities:

· Act as sales development lead for 2-3 Account Managers;

· Lead in response to print and digital RFPs, including the preparation of PowerPoint presentations and Excel media plans;

· Conceptualize creative integrated marketing solutions that may include but not be limited to print, digital, social, promotional and/or research components;

· Write compelling, well-thought-out proposals for a broad variety of advertisers that effectively communicate program concepts and requirements – and deliver on client objectives;

· Attend client sales calls to present integrated marketing programs when needed;

· Execute programs once they are activated, ensuring the client’s brand, the Newsweek Daily Beast brand and the program are properly represented;

· Work with Vice President, Marketing to develop strategic partnerships with both internal departments, vendors, and third-party organizations to enhance our arsenal of integrated marketing solutions;

· Assist with evaluating, developing, and overseeing ad products across our digital and social media properties;

· Conceptualize, communicate and fulfill added value programs and promotions as needed;

· Other responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements:

· Minimum 5 years’ marketing experience, preferably in media/advertising, with a strong familiarity and/or command of the digital space;

· Must be resourceful, proactive, and detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;

· Must be a true team player who is also able to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment;

· Demonstrated ability with conceptualizing and executing excellent media programs and first-to-market solutions;

· Strong written, verbal and organizational skills;

· Computer proficiency required, including but not limited to Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel;

· Event experience a plus, but not required;

· Bachelor’s degree preferred.

The Newsweek/Daily Beast Company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military status or status as a disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, recently separated veteran or other covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

Send resumes to: Elizabeth.Gulluscio@iac.com