Marketing Advisor

Are you a pragmatic marketer who follows industry trends and best practice? Do you understand the value of creative arts education and research?

An opportunity exists in our Marketing and Communications team for a self-motivated, experienced marketing consultant who will lead the implementation of our faculty recruitment and marketing plan. Working in our team will suit someone who is creative, accurate, strategic and analytical, with a good sense of humour and a terrific work ethic.

Responsibilities include:

• Understanding our faculty and Schools profiles.
• Implementing and measuring faculty recruitment and marketing plan according to objectives and budget.
• Preparing detailed campaign, photographic, video and design briefs.
• Advising on branding, positioning and communications.
• Providing content direction to our team of content writers and event coordinators.
• Editing and proofreading.
• Liaising with external vendors.
• Monitoring projects and analysing results.
• Preparing reports with suggestions for improvement and new ideas.
• Keeping abreast of market changes and industry best practice.

Qualifications of Marketing Advisor: 

• Bachelor's degree or relevant tertiary qualification.
• Experience working with advertising / branding agencies.
• Experience in a diverse range of marketing and advertising activities across print, digital and social media.
• Experience working with high-performing teams and complex environments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Your attributes:

• You are fascinated by people, advertising and brands.
• You think creatively and analytically.
• You are a team player, who can operate effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines alongside a variety of colleagues and stakeholders.
• You value creative education and the work our staff, students and graduates produce.

Fixed term 12 month position to cover parental leave.

Professional Staff, Level 5.

The University has an equity policy and welcomes applications from all qualified persons.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students.

Applications close on Monday 30th January 2017.