Company DescriptionJob DescriptionMarketing SpecialistFunction MarketingCountry United StatesCity/Town Manhattan BeachEmployee Type RegularJob Type Full timePosition Summary We’re looking for a Global Marketing Specialist with specific skills in event marketing, social media and PR to join our rapidly expanding team. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for communications and a desire to help build the brand for one of the world’s most disruptive organizations.Job Responsibilities Event marketingRaise awareness of Digital Ventures in the USA (specifically supporting our global headquarters in Manhattan Beach) and position the firm as a thought leader in the innovation, venture and product management space across media, social and eventsPlan and execute events locally in Manhattan Beach to support Digital Ventures recruitment, drive and position the firm as a company without peerDevelop, manage and nurture partnerships with relevant industry organizationsCollate all required event materials, prepare event schedules, manage event timelines and drive all internal and external communications surrounding each eventSocial mediaDevelop engaging and impactful social media strategies that elevate Digital Ventures’ brand awareness globallyManage BCG Digital Ventures' social media channels globally, in collaboration with regional marketing and recruitment colleagues, across LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.Engage in community building tactics to increase brand awareness and support Digital Ventures ongoing recruitment driveMonitor and evaluate new platforms, show an understanding of how they are evolving and a point of view on where BCG Digital Ventures needs to be playing in the futureUse experiments and data to improve BCG Digital Ventures’ social media engagement and performance, and provide timely reports back to the global marketing teamPRWork with global marketing team to produce and pitch press releases/company and venture build stories, and enter relevant awards programsSupport BCG Digital Ventures’ spokespeople with appropriate and timely briefings and other preparation materials when they are speaking on behalf of the companyEstablish and maintain strong and pro-active relationships with media and influencers in the business, technology and innovation mediaWrite and create content as required for the BCG Digital Ventures’ blog, external communications and event related activitiesTrack Digital Ventures’ coverage globally and produce quarterly coverage and activity reports for the Partner groupBasic Job Requirements As a Global Marketing Associate, we are looking for:BA/BS degree strongly preferred2-3 years of experience in a similar social media and marketing communications roleEnergy and the ability to thrive in a fast paced and ever changing environmentA self-starter with an appetite to learn and an ability to cope with ambiguityAppreciation of working in a matrix organization with multiple teams and stakeholdersExperience planning, managing, and executing eventsExceptional writing and editing skillsDemonstrated success pitching stories to media outlets and journalistsA strong understanding of branding and reputation managementDegree in Public Relations, Marketing, Media, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field a plusOccasional evening and weekend work may be requiredKey Competencies As a Global Marketing Associate, you will need:Computer Skills:Working knowledge of PC and Mac environments, Windows, Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelService Orientation:Provide timely responses to internal and external requests for informationOrganization/Versatility/Time Management:Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize appropriately and meet deadlinesEffectively manage own time, eliminating tasks that contribute the least to the goals of the team and office and concentrating on tasks that will most enhance the businessCommunication Skills:Excel in effective and positive communications (both spoken and written ability), demonstrating confidence and clarity of thought at all timesTeamwork:Ability to work well as part of a team, as well as on independent projectsFocus on contribution to overall office goals and BCG DV teamExhibit a positive attitude and willingness to developDemonstrate flexibility to work overtime when neededAchievement/Reliability:Demonstrate an ability to consistently and dependably achieve bottom-line results with regard to services provided to the office and the consulting staffQualificationsBasic Job Requirements As a Global Marketing Associate, we are looking for:BA/BS degree strongly preferred2-3 years of experience in a similar social media and marketing communications roleEnergy and the ability to thrive in a fast paced and ever changing environmentA self-starter with an appetite to learn and an ability to cope with ambiguityAppreciation of working in a matrix organization with multiple teams and stakeholdersExperience planning, managing, and executing eventsExceptional writing and editing skillsDemonstrated success pitching stories to media outlets and journalistsA strong understanding of branding and reputation managementDegree in Public Relations, Marketing, Media, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field a plusOccasional evening and weekend work may be requiredKey Competencies As a Global Marketing Associate, you will need:Computer Skills:Working knowledge of PC and Mac environments, Windows, Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelService Orientation:Provide timely responses to internal and external requests for informationOrganization/Versatility/Time Management:Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize appropriately and meet deadlinesEffectively manage own time, eliminating tasks that contribute the least to the goals of the team and office and concentrating on tasks that will most enhance the businessCommunication Skills:Excel in effective and positive communications (both spoken and written ability), demonstrating confidence and clarity of thought at all timesTeamwork:Ability to work well as part of a team, as well as on independent projectsFocus on contribution to overall office goals and BCG DV teamExhibit a positive attitude and willingness to developDemonstrate flexibility to work overtime when neededAchievement/Reliability:Demonstrate an ability to consistently and dependably achieve bottom-line results with regard to services provided to the office and the consulting staffAdditional Information