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Company: Mindshare
Location: Toronto, ON
Job description: Description
Position at Mindshare
Job Title: Director, Marketing & Business Development
Mindshare was born in Asia in 1997, a WPP start-up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global network with 116 offices in 86 countries and billings of $17.9bn. We are the largest agency in GroupM, WPP’s Media Investment Management arm, which is the #1 media holding group globally.
We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner and to grow their business. Mindshare Canada does this through speed, teamwork and purposeful provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. When our clients have a problem, a challenge, a product or even a thought, we are proud to be their first port of call. We partner with some of the world’s largest and most recognizable brands, and our role is to make our clients’ brands more famous and more profitable. We sit today uniquely placed at the crossroads of media, data, technology and content and there is no other business partner who can have as transformative an impact on our client’s businesses as we can.
Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will encourage you to break the rules, knock things down, rebuild them better, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our success takes a team of people who are invested in our culture, each other’s success, and their own growth, and together we make Mindshare Canada the place where we do the best work of our career.
We are looking for an energetic, creative and collaborative individual to lead our marketing and business development. Key responsibilities and tasks for this role include:
Marketing and PR
- Develop a marketing strategy that aligns with business objectives and drive growth for our business
- Develop, execute, and manage a comprehensive content plan that aligns with the company’s marketing strategy and goals.
- Manage communication and relationships within the Mindshare OpCo, the broader matrixed organization, as well as external relationships
- Manage the creation and implementation of marketing communications activities that enhance Mindshare’s image and position among relevant stakeholders including current and prospective clients, staff, press, the agency network and prospects and influencers in the marketplace
- Develop best practices for marketing processes and play a key role in identifying process issues and solutions
- Manage the agency award process including sourcing work, and working alongside colleagues in the writing, editing, production, and submission of entries
- Day to day functions can include (and not limited to);
- Work with global marketing team on content creation and/or implementation of content for internal and external marketing initiatives
- Distribution of messaging across all appropriate communications platforms, which may include internal email, outside press, intranet, website, mobile and other digital channels
- Branding within physical space across offices
- Overseeing social media marketing activities
- Writing and distributing announcements and correspondence within the agency
- Manage external marketing relationships such as designers, printers, PR, media, etc and act as internal liaison; coordinate distribution and approval process
- Provide marketing support to new business and business development teams as needed, including creation and development of content and marketing collateral for pitching and prospecting
- Oversee production of collateral materials, including posters, signs and brochures
- Work to ensure consistency of corporate messaging across departments and provide writing or editing assistance as needed
- Lead projects as assigned, such as cause-related marketing and special events
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Business Development
- Management of new business development – prospecting, sourcing, outreach and negotiation, culminating in the achievement of annually set commercial revenue targets
- Create business development plans, focused on revenue growth via existing and new initiatives leveraging agency’s individual and collective assets: planning, investment, business intelligence, etc.
- Develop and manage a process for defining and developing new business leads
- Increase top-of-mind awareness with specific target prospects and within the advertising community at-large
- Create and maintain a prospect client list actively sourcing new or potential additions
- Provide competitor and market analysis for identified new business targets
- Serve as a strategic liaison among prospect, account team and agency management, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of our business
- Identify opportunities for senior leadership attendance / participation in industry events, associations, and conferences.
- Manage the creation of collateral to be used in pitches (i.e Creds documents, bios etc)
- Attend / participate in industry events, associations, and conferences raising Mindshare’s profile
Skills and Behaviour:
- Results and goal focused
- Proven ability to source and engage new business opportunities
- Superior written and verbal communications skills, including strong editing skills to ensure clarity, brevity and accuracy
- Highly developed interpersonal skills to communicate information and ideas to C-Suite as well as motivate junior staff
- Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines
- Strategic consultation with a proven ability to serve as a critical thinker providing constructive input to marketing and new business content
- Strategic thinking with a proven ability to develop and implement effective marketing strategies that align with business objectives
- Creative thinking with a proven track record of developing innovative marketing strategies and campaigns.
- Influential and intuitive
- Team player and business partner
- A hunger to learn and ability to flourish in a dynamic, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment
- Working knowledge of Salesforce software considered an asset
- French language skills considered an asset
Education and Experience
- 5-7 years experience in a Marketing and/or PR role
- 3 years+ experience in a media, advertising or marketing agency as a member of a business development team
- Well established network of contacts coupled with strong industry awareness
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
GroupM and all its affiliates embrace and celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are a worldwide media agency network that represents global clients. The more inclusive we are, the more great work we can create together.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Mindshare is a global media agency that is looking for a Director of Marketing & Business Development in Canada. The position involves developing a marketing strategy aligning with business objectives and driving growth, managing marketing communications activities, overseeing social media marketing, and managing external marketing relationships. In terms of business development, the role involves managing new business development, creating business development plans, and identifying opportunities for senior leadership attendance/participation in industry events. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in a marketing/PR role, 3 years of experience in a media/advertising/marketing agency, and a well-established network of contacts. Additionally, Mindshare values diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity.
Assembler Job Description
Our company is looking for a skilled Assembler to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling components and ensuring that all parts are correctly fitted and positioned. You must be able to operate various hand and power tools and have a strong attention to detail.
To excel in this position, you should have excellent manual dexterity and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. You should also have a good understanding of technical drawings and be able to interpret and follow assembly instructions.
Key Responsibilities:
– Read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions
– Use hand and power tools to assemble components
– Ensure all parts are correctly fitted and positioned
– Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards
– Troubleshoot and resolve issues with assembly process
– Maintain a clean and organized work area
– Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures
Qualifications:
– High school diploma or equivalent
– Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing, or a related field
– Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
– Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
– Excellent attention to detail
– Strong problem-solving skills
– Ability to work effectively in a team environment
– Basic understanding of safety guidelines and procedures
If you are a dedicated and reliable individual with a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer competitive pay and benefits, as well as opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. Join our team and play a key role in producing high-quality products for our customers.
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Job date: Fri, 19 Jan 2024 02:41:58 GMT
