What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Specialist position at Acme Tools?
Job Title: Marketing Specialist (Graphic Design)
Who We’re Looking For:
Are you a visual storyteller who knows what motivates people and makes them tick? Do you feel creativity, organization and being able to communicate well with others are on your list of personal strengths? If so, do your best work as a Marketing Specialist with Acme Tools!
About Acme Tools:
Acme Tools was founded as Acme Electric Motor in 1948 and continues to be a family-owned operation with thirteen locations and over 560 (and growing!) team Acme members across North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. In 1999, Tool Crib of the North, Acme’s catalog and internet division, was acquired by Amazon.com. After rebranding as Acme Tools, we are now one of the premier retailers of tools and equipment online within the United States. As a family-owned operation, we are employee centric, family-friendly, community involved, and growth minded.
You’ll Enjoy Our:
- Work-Life Balance
- Professional Development Training
- Competitive Pay & Annual Performance-Based Increase Opportunities
- Generous PTO plan that starts accruing on day 1!
- Paid Holidays – we are closed the 6 major holidays of the year
- Maternity Leave (partially paid through company paid short-term disability!)
- Work environment where everyone strives to do their best work and can see their impact on the company
- Community Involvement Opportunities
- Generous Employee Discounts
We Also Provide:
- Various Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans to Fit Any Lifestyle & Family
- Supplemental Health Insurance Add-On Programs
- Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 100% Company Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Program & Company Matching
- 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
What You’ll Take Ownership Of:
- Assisting with graphic design of catalogs, magazine ads, in-store signage/marketing, promotional flyers and digital display ads
- Media buying and coordination of multiple types of advertising such as print, radio, billboards, TV and more
- Working with brand vendors on marketing co-op money claims, including claim submissions, claim follow-up, and co-op balance tracking
- Working within our sign shop to produce store signage, decals, trade show marketing pieces, and other signage
- May assist with designing and implementing social media marketing for local store pages
- Rolling with the punches when it comes to taking on other challenges as needed.
- Overall, working and learning with a great group of people who enjoy working together
Need-To-Haves:
- 1 years of graphic design, advertising, or marketing concepts experience
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to build relationships throughout the company
- An eye for detail with the ability to manage multiples projects and campaigns at one time
- Excellent technology skills with a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Applications: InDesign, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel; Mac OS.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to occasionally travel to various store locations in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa to implement tangible marketing projects
Love-To-Haves:
- Bachelor or Associates Degree/Certificate in graphic arts, design, communications or related field
Physical Requirement:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. periodically, bend, squat, and climb and descend ladders safely
Employment offers are contingent on drug-screen and background check.
Current residence or relocation to Grand Forks, ND required
Acme Tools is an equal opportunity employer.
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Salary : $46,154 - $71,758