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Job Opportunity: Account-Based Marketing Specialist (New Grads Welcome!)

???? Are you a recent graduate with a passion for Account-Based Marketing (ABM)? Ready to take your skills to the next level with a dynamic team? Look no further!

We are in search of an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who’s eager to dive deep into the world of B2B ABM. We offer an exciting environment where you can shape your career, learn from experts, and work with cutting-edge tools and technologies.

???? What We’re Looking For:

• Degree or specialization in Account-Based Marketing.
• Direct knowledge of B2B Account-Based Marketing.
• Proficiency with tools like HubSpot, SalesLoft, ZoomInfo, and SalesIntel.
• A collaborative spirit ready to work closely with our sales team.
• Strong drive to develop, test, and refine strategies engaging decision-makers and influencers.
• Creative aptitude for developing content and conducting A/B Testing.
• Ability to navigate and optimize the sales pipeline and lead generation funnel.

???? Why Join Us?

• Direct Impact: Your campaigns will play a crucial role in connecting with top decision-makers, driving our sales, and elevating our brand.
• Continuous Learning: We encourage a growth mindset. Get ready to expand your horizons with AI techniques, automation strategies, and more.
• Team Environment: Work with a group of passionate individuals who are always ready to support and learn from one another.

???? Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate directly with the sales team to ideate and execute ABM strategies.
• Craft and test engaging content tailored for our target accounts.
• Analyze and optimize our lead generation funnels.
• Stay updated with the latest trends, tools, and techniques in ABM.

???? Qualities We Love:

• Proactive and eager to contribute.
• Analytical mind with a creative spark.
• A genuine passion for B2B marketing and sales alignment.
• Always looking for ways to improve and adapt.

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, make a difference, and play a key role in our success story. If you’re looking to challenge yourself and build your Account-Based Marketing skills!

???? Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Send your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your passion for ABM

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Marketing Assistant

12 months

Indianapolis, IN

Pay rate $30.50/hour on W2

lOCALS ONLY

We are seeking an experienced project assistant to join our fast-paced and friendly Marketing team. This role will primarily assist the Events Team with event registration, app development and billbacks, as well as assist the Marketing Managers with the creation, development and publication of marketing and promotional materials for Carrier, Bryant and ICP brands. If you are a self-starter looking to work on a wide variety of projects and be a part of a supportive team, then we have a great opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Events Team in event registration, app development and customer billbacks

• Assist the Marketing Managers with the creation, development and publication of marketing and promotional materials for Carrier, Bryant and ICP brands

• Assist the Marketing Manager in compiling content for the creation of branded product launch kits for major new product introductions

• Assist in the setup of all literature materials in SAP and vaulting in DMS, on Go Sites and consumer websites, and manage on-going inventory levels

• Ensure all marketing materials go through legal and WHQ brand approval review when applicable

• Project management for various marketing projects

• Data entry and analysis

• Helping conduct and collate findings from market research

Key Qualifications:

• Ability to manage multiple projects at once in an organized manner

• Strong time-management skills with the ability to work with a sense of urgency under demanding deadlines

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

• Strong attention to detail, high-quality work, and the ability to make recommendations are essential skills

• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills

• Software skill set proficiency includes – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; SAP knowledge a plus

Indotronix Avani Group

Senior level position requiring a high degree of professionalism to all employees and customers to oversee the quality and efficiency of customer service. The Customer Service Manager is responsible for developing and implementing customer experience strategy and objectives that align with corporate vision and goals. Highly process driven and responsible for writing and implementing standard procedures to improve, innovate and enhance customer experience. Collaborate with other departments to resolve complex, escalated customer issues.

• Hire, manage, coach/mentor a team of 8-10 CSR/TSR in activities and processes
• Establish KPI’s and evaluate performance of Customer/Technical Service staff
• Participate and support 80/20 initiatives
• Act as a liaison between customer order patterns and operational capacity.
• Participate in SIOP planning meetings bringing accurate information to Business Unit Leaders
• Knowledgeable in the use of all forms of customer order technologies including phone, electronic/EDI, and web-based portals
• Develop processes and systems for managing customer satisfaction issues, work cross functionally to drive rapid resolution and provide excellent external and internal communication throughout process
• Work with Product Management to implement/maintain ERP Pricing
• Work with Accounting to keep Customer Accounts in good standing
• Work with IS to maintain current Customer Order Management and Sales Force environments
• Assist Marketing with Tradeshows and Marketing collateral
• Work with Business Unit Leaders to maintain EBITDA
• Prepare Annual Customer Satisfaction Survey
• Work with Sales implementing customer specific requirements
• Work with Shipping continuously improving customer experience of worldwide logistics
• Member of New Product Development Teams
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree: or 10+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years Management experience preferred
• International experience preferred
• MS Office
• Internet based software (Salesforce preferred)
• Order processing software/ERP systems (AS400 experience preferred)
• Time, attendance and payroll processing software

Elkhart Brass

Come Join Our Teams at these two hotels in the Indianapolis area!

Currently, we are looking for a top-performing Hotel Dual Director of Sales for the Candlewood Suites Indianapolis South in Greenwood and the Brand-New Home2 Suites by Hilton in Brownsburg. The Home2 Suites Brownsburg and the Candlewood Suites are all-suite, extended-stay properties in the greater Indianapolis area. This would be a great opportunity as a Dual Director of Sales for a fully established hotel as well as be a part of an opening team for a brand-new build.

https://www.ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/us/en/greenwood/gnwcw/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-CW-_-US-_-GNWCW

https://www.hilton.com/en/brands/home2-suites/

The Hotel Dual Director of Sales (DDOS) develops and implements the total sales and marketing strategy of two hotels located in the same market to ensure that joint occupancy, average daily rate, and market share goals are achieved.

The Hotel Dual Director of Sales responsibilities includes creating and implementing specific revenue, sales, and marketing strategies and tactical plans by the hotel and the joint enterprise. The Hotel Dual Director of Sales results are monitored and adjusted to current market conditions to stay nimble and react advantageously to competitors, as well as position each hotel appropriately in the market.

The Hotel Dual Director of Sales will work directly with multiple General Managers and the Field Director leadership team to identify specific extended stay strategies and tactics to drive revenue according to the market’s seasonal demand. Hotel leadership in sales and operations experience is preferred.

What is in it for YOU?

All Associates:

• WORK TODAY AND GET PAID TODAY Access your pay as you’ve earned it! No cost to you!
• Vacation/ Personal days and holiday pay
• Access Perks
• Discounts on Travel, Hotels, Food, Entertainment, Shopping, and more!
• Brand Travel Discounts for Travel and Food & Beverage
• Online Training Courses
• Referral Program and Bonus
• Direct Deposit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate of the Month/Associate of the Year/Service Awards

Full-Time Associates:

• Medical, Dental, Vision BENEFITS BEGIN DAY ONE
• Free Basic Life and basic Accidental Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance Products for Self, Spouse, and Dependents
• Day Care Flex Spending account
• Flexible Health Care Spending Account
• Wellness Program- For those who have Medical on our Anthem plan
• 401K with a Company match!
• Jury Duty Leave
• Bereavement Leave

Some Key Areas of Responsibility include:

• Coordination with the management team and department heads in designing and implementing sales strategies to achieve high occupancy and profitability
• Analyze market data and use it to develop methods for meeting financial targets, designing marketing plan deliverables, and developing an annual sales forecast
• Establish strategies to assist the sales team in meeting and exceeding monthly room booking goals that are aligned with overall hotel and revenue management objectives
• Solicit new guests with targeted outbound sales initiatives, such as personal calls to your network and phone solicitations to local professionals, travel agencies, and other groups that will generate new revenue
• Organize meetings with department heads, report on sales activity for the previous and upcoming weeks, and produce a monthly expense report for all hotel sales-related expenses

Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required
• 5+ years of experience in sales, preferably in the hospitality field, is required
• Proven track record of sales success in lead generation and closing skills
• Previous hospitality industry experience preferred but not required
• Excellent leadership skills, analytical skills, and communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Applicants must be able to work weekends and holidays.

As a Company, we believe the true success of our operation rests with the associates who bring life to the brick-and-mortar. A great hotel or club is created by great people who perform their jobs to the best of their ability and are always friendly and helpful to the guests. Our associates’ attitude is the mark that sets us apart from other management companies. As the property becomes known for its quality of service and the attitude of its associates, the opportunity for growth and security on the personal level is enhanced. A quality operation begets quality people, and this combination, in turn, yields satisfied guests.

With our commitment to an inclusive workplace, Commonwealth Hotels is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate our associates’ unique differences because that drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace.

Home2 Suites Brownsburg

Company Description

Rose City Bowl (“The Rose Bowl”) opened in September 1961 as a traditional bowling alley. It has been transformed into an attractive family entertainment center with 28 sanctioned lanes, HyperBowling (found nowhere else in Indiana), a modern arcade, a full bar and restaurant. A major renovation is nearing completion.

Guests love “Henry County’s funnest place to be” and five-star reviews are abundant. The business has grown significantly over the past several years, despite the pandemic. However, it is underperforming in several areas compared to industry averages; growth opportunities abound as proven by recent marketing campaigns and analyses.

Position

Bowling Center General Manager

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a General Manager located in New Castle, IN. The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all operations of Rose City Bowl Incorporated including managing finances, supervising employees, and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The company needs a strong leader who understands marketing and guest service and who is experienced in attracting and developing outstanding employees who consistently perform to high standards.

As an entertainment establishment, most of our business is transacted during evenings and weekends. While you are not expected to be on duty during all of those hours, it should be understood that this is not a “9-5” position; in your role as General Manager, you will need to work some evenings and weekends and must develop assistant managers who, together with you, can provide leadership and oversight to our staff at all times the business is open.

Job Summary

Grow revenue and profit; develop and oversee effective marketing plans and procedures, establish and achieve business plans; meet financial objectives; control purchasing and inventory; maintain operations to company standards; ensure guest satisfaction at all times; establish and accomplish human resource objectives; maintain a safe and secure facility and a healthy work environment; maintain professional and technical knowledge; accomplish company goals; secure and protect Company assets including products, facilities, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Achieve revenue goals, and cost of sales, EBITDA, and payroll targets throughout the financial year.

• Develop and oversee an effective marketing program for open bowling, birthday parties, corporate events, school programs, fundraisers, league bowling, and tournaments.

• Maintain facility appearance and structure to company standards.

• Make effective decisions by analyzing information and considering priorities.

• Receive successful results on secret shopper scores.

• Build and leverage strong, lasting relationships with people inside and outside of the business.

• Recruit, hire, coach, train and continually develop all staff members.

• Implement and oversee effective employee education and development programs.

• Ensure that all employees receive meaningful performance reviews at least annually.

• Hold yourself and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely results.

• Develop long-term strategies to competitively position the company.

• Be responsive and empathetic to guest needs. Maintain guest focus while driving improvement and innovation.

• Skillfully analyze and measure costs of products and services and cost objectives.

• Always represent the company in a professional manner. 

• Skillfully analyze and summarize information for budgeting revenues and expenses. 

• Develop, write, and implement policies for effective and efficient business operations.

• Establish financial goals and manage budgets to maximize profit.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in management, finance, and customer service

• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage and lead a team

• Excellent communication and guest-service skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and simultaneously handle multiple tasks 

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and social media platforms

Reports to

Owner

Manages

All Bowling Center employees.

Rose City Bowl, INC

WTHR in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an experienced, energetic News Producer to join our creative team. If you like to produce fast-paced, creative newscasts, we want to hear from you. This person should have solid news judgment, be innovative in the use of exciting video, highly produced graphics, and creative writing to connect with our consumers across broadcast, online and social platforms. We’re looking for a quick learner, who can be flexible with their schedule, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Craft, build, mold, visualize, conceptualize the lead story, deep dive content, and specialized material for the newscast.

• Encourage innovation and risk-taking in crafting great newscasts through evoking emotion and showcasing.

• Write in an exciting, accurate and creative way

• Enterprise news stories

• Work collaboratively with other producers and staff members

• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.

• Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer.

Job Requirements:

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field

• Minimum of 2 years experience producing/line producing for newscasts.

• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems

• Understanding the tenets of professional journalism

• Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts.

• Knowledge of ENPS

• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.

• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events

• Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

• Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.

• Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

Work Environment: Office

Physical Demands: Sedentary work

Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.

TEGNA

Company Summary:

We’re innovative. We’re customer centric. We’re experience focused. We embrace the changing ideal of what and where people call home. We also believe in our formula for success – talented team collaborating with integrity, always executing, always innovating, while transforming neighborhoods and enhancing peoples’ lives.

Onyx+East is a full-service home builder including development, construction, marketing, design, and sales – focused on serving clients seeking walkable neighborhoods and homes that make their life more connected and convenient. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Onyx+East is comprised of inspired and industrious individuals who are passionate about active lifestyles, exceptional customer experiences and creating solutions for neighborhoods that positively impact communities.

Job Summary:

Onyx+East is looking for a Marketing Manager that is responsible for developing and executing a sound marketing communications plan to deliver a sufficient volume of qualified leads necessary to meet company sales goals. This individual should have outstanding organizational skills, creative individuals with fantastic communication skills and excellent time management. From day one, this individual will contribute to existing marketing programs, while assisting with the development of new initiatives aligned with company and client goals. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with a wide range of marketing functions, including communications, advertising, branding, digital marketing, and social media. The marketing manager must be an organized multitasker able to handle many diverse projects at once and meet tight deadlines. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills along with working in conjunction with team members and clients. The Marketing Manager role will function as an O+E brand ambassador and should represent the company appropriately during in-person and phone interactions.

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute the marketing department’s initiatives with the planning, executing, and tracking of marketing programs such as email, event, social media, public relations, and content marketing.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and execute engaging content strategies across platforms, ensuring consistent brand messaging and high-quality visuals.
• Graphic Design knowledge (either InDesign or Illustrator) that allows collaboration to create impactful marketing materials, align with brand & integrating current design trends.
• Create, proofread, and edit copy for various marketing channels, ensuring consistent voice.
• Establishes lead goals by brand & community to achieve sales goals, given local conversion and cancellation rates.
• Lead the process for new community openings to ensure that timelines hit critical milestones, including target opening dates.
• Ensure the sales team is in possession of all needed information and materials for all assigned projects, ensure project timeframes are adhered to and ordering materials for sales.
• Evaluate and monitor campaign performance on an ongoing basis by analyzing key metrics and creating comprehensive reports. Provide reporting to Director.
• Contributes to team and company effort by helping with or execution of special projects as needed.
• Ensure delivery of excellent client service, consistently with the O+E brand.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of marketing materials.
• Co-own community websites via WordPress, including all content updates, the development of new community sites, posting of photography, videos, links, etc.
• Stay informed about emerging digital platforms and other tech-driven solutions that can elevate our company marketing efforts and provide a competitive edge.
• Coordinate with accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and payment processing for marketing vendors and services.

Experience and Skill Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in Marketing role (real estate experience a plus)
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign Graphics Suite
• Graphic design experience of InDesign or Illustrator required
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks
• High attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently
• Creativity/Willingness to experiment
• Ability to contribute individually and lead, manage or participate in cross-functional teams
• Persuasiveness
• Ability to create great working relationships with all levels within the company and across multiple disciplines
• College degree or commensurate experience preferred

Reports to: Director of Marketing + Design

Onyx+East

Are you an experienced and well-rounded marketing professional looking for a new challenge? Can you create marketing campaigns, and manage projects from concept to completion? Does the opportunity to participate in an industry-wide transition to products that are not only functional but better for the planet sound exciting? If this sounds like you, Kanak Naturals has an opportunity available that might be just what you’re seeking!

Kanak Naturals is a rapidly-growing manufacturer and distributor of single-use dinnerware and food packaging products made of sustainable and compostable materials. Our products are reducing dependence on landfill-clogging plastic, foam, and paper products throughout the country. Our continuing success has created a need for a Director of Marketing at our Fort Wayne, Indiana headquarters.

The Director of Marketing is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, and implementing all marketing efforts. Working independently, this role requires the ability to work closely with senior management, sales, and operations to creative awareness of Kanak Naturals and the quality products we offer.

This role requires exceptional creativity, attention to detail, ability to analyze market data, and good project management skills. In this role you will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Direct the development and execution of comprehensive, measurable strategic marketing plans to meet the goals and objectives of the company.
• Gather and analyzes information to identify new markets and customers, demand for products and services, and efficacy of existing marketing campaigns and strategies.
• Forecast and analyze sales trends, marketing strategies, and product performance; prepares and presents reports summarizing information; makes recommendations based on analysis.
• Conduct pricing research and analysis to ensure competitive product and service pricing.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of marketing budgets; prepares reports as needed.
• Develop, maintains, and manages consistent corporate image throughout all marketing and promotional materials and product lines.
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to develop branding messages.
• Identify target customers and markets.
• Develop and distributes materials related to sales, training, and marketing.
• Collaborate participates in and coordinates promotional activities or trade shows.
• Negotiate contracts for services needed to execute a marketing strategy.

Qualified candidates will have the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent in a related field.
• Four to six years of related experience.
• Experience in business-to-business marketing.
• Background in the marketing of products.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Must be able to work in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Remote work is not an option.

Learn more about Kanak Naturals and our products at our website: https://kanaknaturals.com

Kanak Naturals

About the Job:

Responsible for leading product and market research for the introduction of new and improved material handling products related to motive power energy solutions. Serves as liaison with Toyota engineers, internal departments, global Toyota development teams, dealers, and end customers on all aspects related to new product developments and pre-sales launch and sustaining activities.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Formulates and provides strategic product plans in alignment with corporate strategic initiatives.
• Works directly with the global product planning group, leading new global initiatives to drive innovation and commonality across the global Toyota organization.
• Evaluates market research for the introduction of new and improved products.
• Anticipates emerging technologies from outside the forklift industry and proposes new technology features, solutions, and products to solve customer material handling challenges. Technologies include lead-acid, thin-plate pure-lead (TPPL), and lithium-ion motive power batteries, chargers, hydrogen fuel cells, battery monitoring, and telematics.
• Presents market research with recommendations to senior management for near term and long term product plans in alignment with corporate strategic plans.
• Recommends to senior management proposals for sales forecasts and product pricing proposals based on market research.
• Serves as corporate “Subject Matter Expert” role for product and market questions for assigned products for Toyota.
• Reviews government regulations/standards and gains an understanding of their effects on the products, anticipates changes, and make recommendations for new product features/changes
• Works with management team to develop product press releases, dealer meeting content, sales support materials, and trade show plans.
• Will require an estimated average of 25% of the time traveling depending upon projects.

What We’re Looking For:

• Four year undergraduate degree in a related discipline and 8+ years of related experience. Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Five years experience working directly with customers in the motive power battery industry.

What You’ll Need for Success:

• Experience formulating strategic product plans.
• Strong understanding of powered industrial equipment, motive power batteries, battery technologies and cell chemistry characteristics, fuel cells, electric motors and controllers, as well as other related industrial power technologies.
• Excellent analytical skills.

What You’ll Get in Return:

Toyota Material Handling offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Generous Salary + Bonus Program
• Low cost Medical with FREE Dental and FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE on-site medical center
• On-site Pharmacy
• FREE on-site gym membership
• Wellness program (offers premium discounts for the medical plan)
• 401k matching
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allotment
• Between 13-14 paid holidays
• New Parent Leave

Affirmative Action Responsibility:

As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role.

It is Toyota Material Handling’s policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

About Toyota Material Handling

Let Toyota take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture.

Based in Columbus, Indiana, Toyota offers a full line of high-quality material handling equipment sold under the Toyota brand for over 50 years. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Toyota Material Handling stronger. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. We offer a generous salary and benefits package with a pleasant and enthusiastic work environment.

Learn More about Toyota Material Handling Careers at www.ToyotaForklift.com/Careers

Follow us on Social Media:

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/ToyotaForklift
• Twitter: twitter.com/ToyotaForklift
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ToyotaMaterialHdlg
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/toyotaforklift/
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/toyota-material-handling

Toyota Material Handling

The Art Director works within the Brand team to lead conceptual and stylistic direction for all components of the JD Sports brand identity. Collaborating with creative leadership, the Art Director establishes and elevates the brand through concept and creation of content (photography and video) to lead retail campaigns and cross channel programs. They will lead the design team to execute weekly retail and cross-channel marketing initiatives to meet revenue targets. The Art Director envisions brand solutions, and solves visual problems to create high impact designs for company campaigns, consumer publications, logos and more.

The Art Director also manages and orchestrates the design direction of design staff, photographers, videographers and anyone who is involved in the development of design project, as well as, art directing day-to-day creation of JD Sports design projects. This individual will effectively exhibit JD Finish Line’s core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following main duties:

• Be a steward of the JD brand tone and image–helping define, concept, and deliver creative through elevation and consistency.
• Concept, capture and creation cross channel campaigns, everything from digital media to retail experience.
• Assist the Creative Director in the art direction of all JD Sports design projects.
• Work with internal and external designers in developing initial concepts and participates in design work when appropriate.
• Formulate creative objectives for fresh concepts for each new season to assure consumer excitement and meet company business goals.
• Collaborates with brand and creative team to evolve overall company brand and design.
• Collaborate with internal and external creation partners to create best in class creative expressions.
• Leads and mentors a creative team of up to 4 people.
• Prioritizes design schedules to design team.
• Conducts and ensures the completion of performance reviews for Graphic Designers
• Recognize, maintain and execute to the established brand tone, style and voice of all content.
• Update messaging tone and style of existing messaging to new standards.
• Additional duties and projects as required.

Required Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Design, Marketing, or Advertising from a four-year college or university, or equivalent work experience. At least 5 years as a creative in the design/advertising field and 3 years of art direction and managing designers, budgets and outside vendors. Internal JD Finish Line experience strongly preferred.

Required Computer and/or Technical Skills

Expert knowledge of Adobe CS. Should have strong knowledge and abilities with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit for more than 6 hours per shift
• Use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and/or hear
• Stand for up to 8 hours at a time periodically
• Walk or move from one location to another
• Occasionally may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position.
• Average work week is 40-50 hours, which can vary depending on business need.
• The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting
• With 25% time spent traveling (by air or land).

JD Finish Line