Summary

The manager, digital marketing is a creative, data-driven team player responsible for creating content and implementing strategies that proactively promote U.S. Travel across U.S. Travel web properties and email marketing channels. Reporting to the senior director, event marketing, this individual ensures organization-wide priorities and programs are thoughtfully positioned to members, the industry at large and key stakeholders through a holistic digital marketing strategy. This position is responsible for advancing strategic goals, digitally engaging and growing key audiences and helping drive conversions of various initiatives and events.

Responsibilities

Oversee the content and front-end user experience of U.S. Travel websites and manage the blog editorial strategy in partnership with internal subject matter experts to ensure the latest priorities, goals and issues are effectively promoted
Proactively analyze and manage website KPIs to maintain consistent reporting to help inform digital engagement and growth strategies
Partner with marketing, events and web operations departments to launch and maintain event websites and corresponding apps, leveraging the latest digital marketing best practices
Align with internal subject matter experts to conceptualize, craft and publish relevant content for U.S. Travel digital communication vehicles including websites, blog, SmartBrief newsletter and marketing emails
Manage U.S. Travel email marketing calendar overseeing timelines, audiences and best practices, acting as liaison to internal teams including Public Affairs, Membership, Executive Communications, Research and Web Operations
Execute and manage email marketing campaigns supporting specific event revenue/registration, call-to-action goals or member and advocacy touchpoints
Craft targeted email audience segments and lists based on past behavior, engagement and demographics that align with campaign goals in partnership with Membership and Web Operations teams
Develop and execute web and email A/B testing plans to maximize growth and inform future marketing plans
Collaborate with communications, membership and web operations departments on processes, roadmaps, database and tech integrations and more

Key Attributes

Highly organized, meticulously attending to details and adhering to deadlines while managing multiple projects
Strong writer with a keen eye for detail and ability to craft compelling content that engages and informs diverse audiences
Experienced in collaborating with multiple teams and balancing competing timelines and priorities
Proactive self-starter able to anticipate needs and identify potential challenges and solutions
Proactive disposition towards using data and analysis in decision making
Strong interpersonal communications skills and natural collaborator, able to work seamlessly with colleagues to achieve shared objectives
Seeks feedback and direction, in search of constant self-improvement.

Education, Experience And Skills

Bachelor’s degree required and/or 4-5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a trade association or business environment
Solid experience in marketing automation platforms and/or email marketing platforms
Experience with website content management systems; Drupal and WordPress experience a plus
Strong working knowledge with Google Analytics/GA4
Ability to review and edit basic HTML code
Ability to recommend digital marketing strategies and optimizations based on data-driven insights
Familiarity with AMS/CMS systems; Salesforce or Nimble experience a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel (from basic functions to advanced formulas)

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Other

Position based in Washington, D.C. U.S. Travel staff work in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays
Moderate travel (up to 6 times per year) may be required
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary range: 70-90K
Benefits:
- Comprehensive healthcare package with fertility coverage
- Generous paid leave including family leave
- Snacks, lunches, and many opportunities for social connections
- Transportation and cell phone benefitsR
- Robust wellness initiatives and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Education and professional development assistance

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Manager, Digital Marketing