Creative Content Specialist

Imagine a company that recognizes excellence in not only the products it sells, but also in its employees. R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is that company. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism — and we treat our employees like the valuable assets they are.

Founded in 1954, R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. is a dynamic, North American distributor of industrial supplies. With 49 warehouse sites in the United States and Mexico, we maintain an extensive inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, static control, tapes, labeling and safety products.

In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we offer an environment that asks you to make a difference. We value hard work and common sense, and we consistently reward those that exemplify these traits. If you're looking for a great team to grow with and if you are willing to embrace the challenges of being expected to be the best, we welcome you to come join the R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. team!

Position Description

Our Marketing & E-Comm Team, headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is rapidly expanding, and we're on the hunt for a talented and imaginative Creative Content Specialist to join our thriving crew. As a Creative Content Specialist, you'll be at the heart of our marketing efforts, breathing life into ideas, generating compelling content, and connecting with our audience across various channels. Your role is all about collaborating with the team to plan and produce impactful email campaigns, introduce exciting product launches, and create other valuable marketing assets.

Please Note: Remote work options are available for candidates located outside the Salt Lake City area. Hybrid work schedule is offered to candidates within the Salt Lake area.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Craft Compelling Copy: Transform creative direction and insights from briefs into persuasive, engaging copy that resonates with our audience.
• Drive Product Marketing: Develop targeted, high-impact copy for product marketing campaigns that drive opportunities and boost revenue.
• Manage Marketing Programs: Develop concepts, build thoughtful plans, and oversee implementation of marketing programs from start to finish.
• Think “Big Picture”: Perform research on target audience, market trends, and product technology to create a marketing “story” that conveys emotion and goes beyond words.
• Maintain Quality Standards: Ensure all content adheres to our company's style guidelines, delivering error-free materials.
• Manage the Flow: Stay organized while handling a high volume of collateral under tight deadlines.
• Teamwork Matters: Collaborate closely with team members and partners to create a diverse range of content marketing materials.
• Elevate Your Colleagues: Provide constructive feedback, share ideas, and help improve the work of your colleagues.

Key Education & Experience Required to be Successful:

• Education & Experience: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field, and 3+ years’ professional experience writing and publishing content; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• B2B marketing experience preferred.
• Writing Excellence: Demonstrate exceptional writing and communication skills in both short and long-form content.
• Collaboration Skills: Proven experience working effectively with design, content, sales, product marketing, or demand generation teams.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to develop and execute strategic content plans, with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, capable of handling work methodically and efficiently, even in a fast-paced environment.
• Marketing Knowledge: Understand basic content marketing principles and have a grasp of SEO concepts.
• Adaptability: Be open to learning and expanding your knowledge beyond your current expertise.
• Team Player: Willingness to provide support and contribute to various tasks as needed.

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