Fast Company, the most innovative business media brand and this year’s ASME’s Magazine of the Year, has three new positions open in its growing Marketing department:

CUSTOM CONTENT STRATEGIST: The strategist will work closely with the sales team to create branded content for advertisers and will assist with the management of current campaigns. Daily tasks include writing and editing of branded content, as well as keeping track of editorial calendars, assignments and content performance. Time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks with short-term and long-term deadlines are essential to the position.

Must Haves:
· Excellent writing and copy skills

· Experience working with brands and writing branded content and/or commercial pieces;

· Editorial or advertising experience;

· Ability to think outside the box;

· Attention to detail and a high level of organizational skills;

· Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office; Knowledge of InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite are pluses.

Salary commensurate with experience.

CREATIVE SERVICES MANAGER: To oversee the execution of integrated, advertiser-related marketing programs. Elements include, but are not limited to:
· Custom content development: custom video, in-book/online advertorials, custom infographics, etc.;

· Events: Brand experiences at signature events, advertiser-driven merchandising events, Fast Company/advertiser integrations at partnership events, etc.;

· Marketing and promotion of sponsored programs, events, custom content: Social strategy, print announcements, email blasts, audience development, etc.;

· Digital execution: Development of custom ad units, oversight of sponsored editorial sponsorships, development of custom series (this in tandem with a Digital Project Manager).

Responsibilities Include: Managing and maintaining the overall aesthetic and tone of the Fast Company brand across programs while satisfying advertiser needs and enhancing the Fast Company experience for magazine readers, website users, and event attendees.

Left Brain:
· Developing/managing timelines and working team members internally, as well as clients and agencies, to ensure on-time execution of all program elements;

· Developing/managing budgets based on advertiser commitment and revenue;

· Negotiating with vendors, partners, talent, to ensure efficient rates;

· Working with legal to ensure compliance/coverage for Fast Company and our partners (talent releases, sweepstakes/contest rules, insurance, etc.).

Right Brain:
· Developing compelling concepts and themes for custom content (from videos to slide shows to advertorial articles and infograpics); then doing the research and writing to bring them to life; AND when needed, managing the process/providing creative oversight of others involved (designers, illustrators, freelance journalists/copy writers, etc.);

· Developing compelling ideas for event integrations and buildouts; then doing the research/legwork and offering the creative oversight to bring them to life;

· Working with Sales/Marketing to conceptualize NEW revenue-generating ideas (events, partnerships, content ideas, etc.) then translating ideas into concise, persuasive written sales materials;

· Cultivating a range of strategic partners (vendors, venues, organizations, talent, freelancers, etc.) to enhance/execute programs;

· Participating in—and creatively contributing to—client and agency meetings, sales calls, and brainstorming sessions;

· Working with PR and/or social media tam to develop strategies to extend exposure for relevant programs/events.

Must Haves:
· Creative thinker;

· Detail oriented;

· Precise/persuasive writing skills;

· Clear communication and presentation skills;

· Strong Microsoft Office skills; Adept at learning new software programs;

· Aware of current culture and trends as they relate to Fast Company;

· Willingness to travel;

· Desire to take ownership of projects.

Salary commensurate with experience.

INTEGRATED MARKETING DIRECTOR:
· Works with Sales team to strategize, create, write and produce integrated marketing proposals for accounts, including development of added-value programs, custom in-book creative, and digital advertising packages;

· Develops integrated marketing proposals across a variety of selling categories. Includes collaborative and individual ideation. Strong marketing/proposal writing required. Strong presentation skills a plus;

· Act as category expert and resource for owned categories, including development of industry partnerships, sales opportunities, media trends, industry trends, etc. Develop and communicate these to sales and marketing teams;

· Project manage sold programs across media platforms. Engage and oversee internal departments and outside vendors to achieve successful outcomes. Manage to budgets;

· Attend client/agency calls and meetings with sales staff to present integrated marketing programs.

Must Haves:
· Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in integrated marketing, relevant or related field;

· Strong writing and presentation skills;

· Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities;

· Close attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment;

· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;

· Experience in digital advertising units/execution and social media programs are pluses;

· Microsoft Office required; Knowledge of InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite are pluses.

Salary commensurate with experience.

For immediate consideration please send a cover letter, listing the position you are interested in and your resume, to mmerwin@mansueto.com EOE