Digital Marketing Director

***THIS POSITION IS BASED OUT OF ORLANDO, FL (ON-SITE IN AN OFFICE SETTING, MONDAY-FRIDAY)***

ABOUT US

At Earl Enterprises® bring together the power of people, services and creative genius to build innovative sustainable companies that guests can enjoy today and in the future through our diversified international brand portfolio of Planet Hollywood, Buca di Beppo, Bertucci’s, Bravo, Brio, Earl of Sandwich, Chicken Guy! and TooJay’s to name a few. Earl Enterprises® continues to grow as a leader in the field of entertainment, leisure, tourism, hotel, and restaurant consultant services. Come join us onward and upward.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Digital Marketing is responsible for developing and executing online digital marketing campaigns for all Earl Enterprises brands. This position will also be responsible for creative and content for the websites and will ensure all online brand information is current.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, organize, monitor, and lead the enterprise digital marketing and technology projects and ensure resource alignment, engagement, commitment, and risk management
• Drive the digital marketing strategy, aligned with brand standards, execution and budget
• Manage digital marketing processes, plans and spend optimization across digital properties and device types
• Collaborate with the Brand Marketing team and IT to design and develop new innovative digital programs that elevate and advance our digital brand presence
• Optimize online content for maximum visibility and ranking on search engines
• Implement and manage social media programs, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube and Blog
• Assist in the ongoing development and upgrade of the corporate websites and specific landing pages
• Develop and monitor interactive presence including: social media, online media
• Generate content and ideas for promotions on social media channels
• Measure the impact of social media on overall marketing efforts
• Develop and maintain relationships with loyal guests/fans of the brands; identify and implement programs to utilize those guests/visitors as brand ambassadors
• Monitor and utilize new media and technology as they emerge
• Research, analyze, and monitor financial, technological, and demographic factors in order to capitalize on market opportunities
• Engage with site visitors/guests when appropriate and disseminate guest feedback through proper channels
• Ensure consistency between interactive and traditional media: content, branding, and offers
• Act as a Marketing liaison with the web developer to coordinate all website content changes, creative changes and Search Engine Marketing efforts and offers
• Coordinate with external listing sites to ensure information about the brands are current and updated as offers, locations and menu information change
• Implement processes to ensure all online offers and promotions have unique POS (Point of Sale) identifiers/codes to determine level of success
• Review of and assist with in-restaurant digital media content (video programming, digital media boards, etc.)
• Manage online ordering and ecommerce platforms
• Manage email marketing initiatives and overall calendar

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in Restaurant digital marketing is required
• At least 5 years of experience planning and developing successful online marketing campaigns and strategies
• At least 5 years of expertise of Hands-on expertise managing Paid Search, Email, SEO, Affiliate, Display, Mobile, and Social campaigns required
• At least 3 years of experience managing direct reports
• Demonstrate strong creative instincts balanced with very solid strategic and analytical capabilities
• Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross-functional teams
• Experience in marketing on all social media channels
• Extensive understanding of online marketing industry trends and tactics
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships
• Strong communication skills for interacting with senior management
• Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (four year college or university) required. Business Marketing or Communications degree preferred

Experience: Five to seven years related experience preferred

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office required. Adobe Creative Suite preferred. Experience with WordPress and HTML experience with CRM platforms

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