Assistant Account Executive

Title: Assistant Account Executive
This is a Hawai'i-based position. Applicants must currently reside in the State of Hawai'i. Our work is rooted in Hawai'i, and we value the cultural understanding, local relationships, and collaboration that come from being part of this community.

Do you love helping businesses grow? Do you enjoy helping clients be more valuable within their organization? We have the perfect job for you - be an assistant account executive to work with our clients. We are working with sector leaders as well as companies who are becoming sector leaders. We are a full-service integrated business consulting, marketing, brand and communications firm, we work with large businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, industry associations and political campaigns. We are committed to partnering with companies ready to move to the next level, and look for employees who are ready to do the same. With sound market research and a passion for the 3 E's - Excellence, Effectiveness and Efficiency - we assist in identifying strategic opportunities and developing solid plans to meet and exceed our goals. We are currently looking for assistant account executives with keen familiarity of our local culture and environment to join our team. Apply if you think you have the chops.

Your Application
We're seeking a special breed of marketing enthusiast with passion, leadership and a mind for solution finding. Please include the following in your application, or you will not be considered.
Our agency values teamwork. Tell us about a time when you were brought into a team, and how you supported and/or led the team.
As we create standout work for our clients, we are always on the lookout for opportunities, and finding new solutions to challenges. Tell us about a problem you were directly involved in finding a solution for, and the results of your efforts.
Being a great marketer takes passion to thrive. Tell us what you do to fuel your passion outside of your day-to-day responsibilities, and any specific areas you're especially interested in.

Responsibilities
Following is a brief outline of duties and responsibilities:
Developing and managing marketing campaigns, including digital programs.
Planning, management and budgetary control of programs
Content Generation: communications, branding and inbound marketing campaigns, digital communications (web, email, social media) storytelling, presentations, newsletters, brochures, advertorials and video scripts.
Public and media relations activities, including drafting news releases and talking points, assisting with media pitches, press kits and news conferences.
Managing online brand and product campaigns to raise brand awareness.
Digital and online marketing/communications
Leveraging customer and big data to grow sales and engagement
Evaluating customer research, market conditions and competitor data.
Reviewing new technologies and stay at the forefront of developments in digital marketing.
Ability to work with and/or supervise a high-performing team.

Requirements
BS/MS degree in marketing or a related field
A minimum of 3 years of experience, with progressive responsibilities
Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform and motivate
Experience in optimizing landing pages and user funnels
Experience with A/B and multivariate experiments
Solid knowledge of website analytics tools
Experience in setting up and optimizing Google Adwords campaigns
Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in online marketing and measurement
In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms and best practices

Also Required:
Agency (marketing, digital, advertising or public relations) experience required
* Familiarity with Hawaii history, culture and marketplace preferred
Keen attention to detail and excellent writing and math and problem solving skills
Project management experience and an ongoing love of learning highly desirable
Both leadership and team player qualities are essential
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Looking or someone with an entrepreneurial spirit and a can-do mindset

Perks
Parking subsidy or monthly Bus Pass
401(k) with Company Match
Health Insurance coverage (including Acupuncture and Massage) paid by employer
Group Term Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance available
Flex Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Year-end performance bonus
Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay
Professional development supported

APPLY NOW
The screening process includes interviews, written and math tests, reference checks and a background check. If hired, you will be in good company as your colleagues have all gone through the same screening process.
Candidates must be ready to begin work within a month of offer; therefore only candidates currently on island (or en route to return/relocate to Hawaii) will be considered.