Director of Marketing

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop the Acton Institute brand and implement a process for branding consistency.

• Collaborate across departments to coordinate the promotion of all Acton activities and products.

• Lead and be responsible for the sales and promotion of all of Acton’s works.

• Oversee the Acton Bookshop.

• Maintain a product catalog.

• The ideal candidate for this role will have hands on proficiency with digital marketing skills and expertise in using email, social media, Google AdWords, etc., to achieve target marketing and sales plan results.

The preferred candidate will possess:

• Understanding of Acton’s mission and the synthesis of free markets and morality.

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

• Five years of experience with a successful track record in a similar role.

• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing and sales activities.

• Excellent speaking, analytical, and research skills.

• Strong on-line communication skillsets and proficiency in social media, digital technologies.

• Excellent written communication skills with experience editing and proofreading.

• Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications.

• Ability to manage multiple short and long term projects.

• Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams.

• MS Office Suite proficiency.

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud for Photoshop and Illustrator software is a plus.

This is a full time position located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Salary is commensurate with experience and we offer a competitive benefit package to full time employees.