Specialist I, Marketing

Kinsley Power Systems; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation and PTO

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Mediacom Communications is seeking a Marketing Specialist I to support regional marketing activities and drive sales opportunities. You will implement tactics for residential new builds, coordinate local events, and train retail staff to promote Mediacom products and services.

You will report to the Regional Marketing Director and may travel up to 50% while coordinating with multiple departments and vendors to ensure brand consistency and success of campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of advertising or marketing experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and track results of new build/state grant activities.
• Coordinate community marketing events including home shows, open houses and fairs.
• Lead special projects from planning to reporting (e.g., 10G, XGS-PON).
• Track regional marketing expenses and manage collateral orders.
• Coach retail reps and technicians on campaigns to achieve sales goals.
• Visit retail offices to ensure branding guideline compliance.
• Collaborate with regional departments and outside vendors on projects.
• Ensure sponsorship signage meets brand guidelines and document results.
• Be prepared for up to 40+ hour weeks as needed.
• Up to 50% travel; some evenings/weekends.

Skills

Marketing tactics

Event planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing

Job description

Position: Marketing Specialist I

Who we are:

Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the missionof bridging the digital divide between America’s major cities and America’s smaller regions. The services we offer—faster, more reliable internet service; expanded, free digital and HD TV choices; and superior technology in home security and phone service—are a direct result of our powerful culture of growth and innovation.
As we continue to grow, so do our career opportunities. We aim to be at the forefront in delivering easy-to-use, high-tech entertainment, communications, and internet products to the communities we serve. To achieve this, Mediacom Communications seeks talented professionals to partner with us in meeting these challenges and realizing what we can imagine. Take that next step toward your future and join our growing team!

Position Overview:

Report to Regional Marketing Director. Support marketing activity within the region to facilitate sales and revenue opportunities. Primary focus on residential new build through implementation of marketing tactics in the field. Other duties include coordinating local events and open houses, training retail representatives and technicians, and conducting retail store assessments.

Company Benefits:

Along with that rewarding feeling, you’ll be given the Power to Succeed in your career while enjoying ongoing training and a generous benefits package designed to be flexible and relevant to your needs. You'll find all sorts of advantages to joining the Mediacom team including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance!
• Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off!
• 401K with generous company match!
• Employee discounts on Mediacom services, where available. In areas where Mediacom services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided!
• Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees!
• Employee Wellness Program!

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute and track results of new build/state grant activities. Duties include event planning and implementation, field visits to door tag and place yard signs, research and correct database inconsistencies and additional auditing as needed.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute community marketing events including but not limited to home shows, open houses and fairs to promote all Mediacom products and services.
• Lead special projects by managing all aspects from planning communication, implementation, and reporting (examples 10G, XGS-PON, etc.).
• Track regional marketing expenses.
• Order collateral and verify delivery.
• Responsible for coaching and training retail representatives and technical staff on marketing campaigns and offers to achieve sales goals.
• Visit retail offices to ensure branding guideline compliance and assess the customer experience.
• Work closely with personnel from all regional departments, Field Operation Group, Corporate and outside vendors on various projects and activity.
• Ensure sponsorship signage meets company brand guidelines. Document results.
• Commitment to job completion may require excess of 40 hours.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Up to 50% travel is required along with some evening and weekend work.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or related field, or equivalent preferred.
• 1-2 years progressive advancement in an advertising or marketing role preferred.
• Awareness of competitive conditions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite programs. Intermediate Excel skills required.
• Proven ability to deliver multiple assignments accurately, successfully and independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Get to know us:

Mediacom Communications is known by our Mediacom brands, including: Xtream TV, Phone and Internet, Xtream Xpert, Xtream Wifi360Pro, Xtream Hotspots, Mediacom Bolt, Mediacom Digital Home, Mediacom Business and OnMedia. When you join Mediacom, you are joining a powerful team of more than 4,000 individuals working together to serve more than 1.55 million customers in 22 states and connecting them to what matters most.

Our Awards:

Mediacom is proud to have received the following recognitions: 2024 Best Managed Companies, 2023 Best Managed Companies, 2022 Best Managed Companies, 2011 Best Managed Companies, 2019 Best Company for Women to Work, 2017 Best Company for People of Color and Women to Work, Content & Connectivity Human Resources (C2HR)’s 2021 Social Impact Award.

Who you are matters here:

Mediacom Communications Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment. Mediacom Communications Corporation prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. These protections extend to all employment policies, practices, and actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring; job assignments; performance management; rewards; promotions; training and development; reassignments; discipline; and separations.

Disclaimer:

The salary range for this position is $19.00 to $22.00 per hour.

When making a job offer, we consider several factors in our determination, such as years of related work experience; relevant skills and qualifications; education level; and certifications/licenses.

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