JOB DESCRIPTION:

Backpacker magazine and its sister trade publication, SNEWS, are looking to hire a sales and marketing assistant, preferably with knowledge of the magazine publishing industry.  Located in Boulder, CO, the position is full-time, starting immediately and will report to the Marketing Director.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sales, Marketing and Event Support

­    Assist in all aspects of the marketing chain – brand development, advertising, events, sponsorships, non-profit relationships, research and public relations

­    In collaboration with national sales representatives, responsible for organizing, editing, and proofing sales materials, marketing proposals and PowerPoint presentations, as well as interpreting research for client proposals

­    Write, execute and produce in-book advertorials, event invitations and advertising sell pieces

­    Create and update sales materials including media kits (print and online), various sell sheets and strategic sales presentations

­    Contribute to the development, organization and execution of consumer, trade and client entertaining events

­    Participate in client and agency meetings, sales calls and creative brainstorming sessions that comprehensively explain Backpacker’s marketing programs

­    Maintain accurate work orders, merchandising logs, status reports, budgets, and production schedules for all marketing projects

­    Responsible for delivering required materials accurately and in a timely manner so that all deadlines and budgets are met

Online Support

­    Work with Online Marketing Manager with the implementation and fulfillment of advertising-based online campaigns on Backpacker.com

­    Assist in fulfilling and executing online client email blasts, custom marketing microsites, online sweepstakes and online research

Trade Show Support

­    Manage trade show planning as needed, including coordinating sales meetings, hotel rooms, flights, tradeshow logistics, set-up and tear down

­    Schedule and coordinate trade show appointments, dinners and special events

­    Coordinate with all tradeshow vendors

REQUIREMENTS:

• Extremely organized and highly-detail oriented
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong initiative and follow-through
• Candidate must be professional, articulate, and polished; presentation skills is a necessity
• Ability to successfully handle multiple projects in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-driven environment
• Requires minimal supervision
• Creative thinker in all aspects of work
• Willingness to contribute at all levels as needed
  

CONTACT: 

Please send your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Charina Lumley, Marketing Director, Backpacker magazine at clumley@backpacker.com