- Rick Marcotte in
ExecutiveBiz,
August 2006
MARKETING ASSOCIATE (CO-OP PROGRAM)
DLT Solutions, Inc., a reseller of state-of-the-art software products to Government and Commercial customers, is seeking an energetic professional to join our sales team at our office in Herndon, Va. DLT has experienced year-over-year growth in an increasingly competitive market and it’s our employees that have made us the successful organization that we are today. Currently, we are looking to hire professionals that will continue to keep DLT growing. If you have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, great attention to detail, and the willingness to learn, then we want to talk to you!
Title: Marketing Associate (Co-op Program)
Department: Marketing: Spring or Fall Semester
FLSA Dates: 6 month commitment preferred
Business Relationships:
Reports to Marketing Manager. Takes assignments from multiple marketing specialists. Works Contact with suppliers, partners and internal staff members.
Job Summary:
This is an entry-level position with a dynamic, fast-paced marketing team. The ideal team member will have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn while supporting a highly-active marketing practice.
The Marketing Associate supports the marketing team through the following activities:- Campaign and Program Support
- Perform database mining tasks as assigned
- Internet Research
- Research ad space, list rentals and other media
- Direct Mail Coordination and Fulfillment
- Broadcast Email Fulfillment
- Some copywriting
- Event and Tradeshow Support
- Coordinate event logistics including but not limited to placing event orders with show companies, coordinate collateral shipments, oversee booth set-up and organize sales staff
- Coordinate event promotion through various communication channels—Web, print, email and more
- Coordinate day-to-day sales support tasks as delegated, including fulfilling customer giveaways, collateral requirements, etc.
- Coordinate common database maintenance tasks, including processing unsubscribe requests, processing bad customer data, etc.
- Other tasks as assigned by marketing specialist
Knowledge and Experience:
- Minimum 2 years college
- Currently enrolled in bachelors-degree program for Communications/Marketing
Skills and Abilities:
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to coordinate many details in a proactive and organized fashion
- Ability to follow-through and meet deadlines
- Ability to operate computer and related equipment and general office equipment.
- Ability to learn various software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook, at proficient levels.
- Knowledge of creative software programs (eg. Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat, a plus
- Ability to work productively and flexibly with others in a fast-paced environment, and maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude
DLT Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.