Marketing Associate

Job Summary:

• The Marketing Associate will play a key role in planning, executing and monitoring both traditional and digital marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility, drive sales growth and engage customers both online and offline. This role bridges classic marketing techniques, such as event marketing, print advertising and partnerships, with modern digital strategies like social media campaigns, email marketing, SEO and content marketing.
• The ideal candidate is creative, organized and passionate about books, with a strong understanding of marketing fundamentals, digital tools and customer engagement tactics.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Marketing

• Plan, create and publish engaging content across digital platforms (website, social media, email newsletters).
• Manage and grow social media channels using tools like Meta Business Suite and Hootsuite.
• Track and report on digital performance metrics using Google Analytics, Meta Insights and email analytics tools.
• Optimize website content for search engines (SEO) to improve organic reach.
• Implement email marketing campaigns using platforms like Mailchimp, including audience segmentation, content creation and analysis.
• Monitor trends in digital marketing and recommend strategies for HalfPriced Books’ online presence.

Traditional Marketing

• Plan and coordinate in-store promotions, book fairs, flea markets, activation events, community outreach initiatives and reading campaigns to enhance brand visibility and engage with target audiences.
• Manage the design and distribution of print materials (flyers, posters, banners) in collaboration with designers and vendors.
• Support public relations activities, including any press releases and media coordination.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, libraries and community organizations for partnerships and events.
• Assist in planning and executing offline advertising (e.g., billboards, road signages etc.).

Content Creation & Brand Management

• Develop creative content that aligns with HalfPriced’s mission and brand guidelines.
• Ensure consistency in messaging and visual identity across all marketing materials.
• Maintain an organized repository of marketing assets and campaign materials.

Market Research & Analysis

• Conduct regular research on industry trends, customer behavior and competitor activities.
• Prepare reports and insights to inform marketing strategies and decision-making.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with sales, customer service and store teams to ensure marketing efforts align with business goals.
• Liaise with external vendors (designers, printers, event organizers) to execute campaigns effectively.

Key Tools & Platforms

• Canva, Adobe Suite (for design)
• Mailchimp (email marketing)
• Google Analytics, Google Search Console (analytics & SEO)
• Meta Business Suite, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn (social media)
• Microsoft Office Suite (presentations, reports)
• CRM tools (if applicable)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Growth in brand visibility and customer engagement (both online and offline).
• Increase in website traffic, social media followers, engagement and conversions.
• Sales uplift directly attributed to marketing activities.
• Event attendance and customer feedback scores.
• Timely delivery of marketing reports and campaigns.
• Quality and consistency of marketing materials across all platforms.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a marketing role, preferably in retail, publishing, or events.
• Solid understanding of both traditional marketing strategies (print, events, partnerships) and digital marketing tactics (social media, SEO, email campaigns).
• Proficiency in marketing tools such as Canva, Mailchimp, Google Analytics, and Meta Business Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• A passion for books, literacy and community engagement is a strong advantage.

Workplace Culture & Expectations

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends for events.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Commitment to HalfPriced Books’ mission of promoting literacy and affordable access to books.