Assistant Director - Digital Marketing (Athletics) - Military veterans preferred

Assistant Director - Digital Marketing (Athletics)

ID: 001243SR
JOB FUNCTION: Communications
LOCATION: Allston
WORK FORMAT: Fully On-site
JOB TYPE: Full-time
BRAND: Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences

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Job Summary:

The Assistant Director – Digital Marketing (Athletics) will own the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns focused on supporting the mission of the Harvard Athletics Department. This role will lead and advance the planning, development, and execution of digital marketing campaigns emphasizing audience growth, increased engagement, and revenue generation. In addition to holistically and collaboratively managing the department’s short and long-term digital marketing strategy, this role will also assist in the growth and execution of ticket revenue campaigns.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize high-quality, engaging, and creative digital marketing campaigns and strategies across all digital channels
• Lead the department’s email marketing and automation strategy, as well as implementation, using existing email marketing platforms and integrations into CRM & ticketing systems, with a focus on supporting the Harvard Athletics brand and generating ticket sales
• Manage local digital outreach, influencer program, and affiliate/content marketing strategy
• Research and implement new opportunities to expand the department’s brand growth and digital reach in the local community
• Own the strategy and execution for all paid advertising campaigns, including social media, display ads, OOH, and media buys.
• Create brand-conscious content (graphics, videos, GIFs, etc.) to enhance engagement across all platforms, including web, email, social media, advertising mediums, in-game videoboards, etc.
• Analyze digital marketing campaign performance metrics and aggregate data to optimize campaign performance, providing recommendations and developing efficiencies in strategy
• Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders, such as the Marketing, Sales, Ticket Operations, Communications, Multimedia, and campus partners, to develop comprehensive digital marketing campaigns
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions:

• The position requires evening, weekend and holiday hours and ability to handle last-minute schedule changes.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 3 years of experience working with digital marketing campaigns and strategies, preferably in the sports industry. Internships and education may count towards this experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficiency with email marketing platforms and automation (Orcale Eloqua preferred)
• Proficiency with the Adobe Suite, including graphic design and video editing tools, for content creation
• Proficiency with Google Analytics (certification preferred) and experience analyzing/reporting metrics to increase campaign performance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with HTML/CSS
• Demonstrated track record in CRM management
• Understanding of digital marketing best practices
• Experience optimizing websites to maximize campaign effectiveness
• Experience managing a budget
• Possesses analytical skills and data-driven thinking
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Some supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Well-organized with sharp attention to detail
• Interest or knowledge of sports preferred

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): n/a
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
• Other Information: The position requires evening, weekend and holiday hours and ability to handle last-minute schedule changes.

Work Format Details

This position is based on-site at a Harvard campus location. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit? Harvard's Salary Ranges? to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

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