Job description

Mad Science is the area's premier provider of STEM enrichment programming and entertainment. Mad Science has just opened a brand new center in New Berlin. Our new office has resulted in a brand new position being created for a Marketing Assistant. Join our team and become part of the fun! Our work environment is casual, fun, fast paced and easy going! We LOVE what we do and are looking for someone to share our enthusiasm in the position of marketing assistant! A successful candidate will help us spread the word about the awesome educational programs. Job DescriptionThe Marketing Assistant will be an integral member of the Mad Science team. He/she is responsible for tasks relating supporting the Operations Manager and Owner including marketing, customer communications and booking programs. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the AM engages in a variety of activities related to client booking, lead handling, data entry, customer communications, marketing campaigns and assisting with other general office duties as requried.

Marketing Assistant Job Responsibilities:

Provide support to the operations manager with sales initiatives.

Execute marketing strategy.

Work with marketing team to manage brand and marketing initiatives.

Develop and execute marketing campaigns.

Perform market and client research.

Create reports on marketing performance.

Maintain schedules for marketing initiatives.

Assist with social media and website content.

Attend trade shows, company events periodically.

Organize and manage marketing collateral.

This position is very flexible and the ideal candidate will work 15-25 hours per week, mainly daytime hours and occaisionally a Saturday morning, as needed. After an initial training period, the position could be flexible to allow a work form home option for several hours each week as well.

Marketing Assistant Qualifications/Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High level of organization and attention to detail

Comfort with multi-tasking in a deadline-driven environment

Understanding of basic business and marketing concepts

Excellent time management skills

Outgoing personality with strong interpersonal and social abilities, especially on the phone

Ability to spot emerging trends

Familiarity with social media, social networking, email marketing and search engines

Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills

Strong writing and copy-editing abilities

Education and Experience Requirements:

High School diploma or GED certificate

Some experience in marketing or equivalent education

Experience in working in a child centered business a definite plus!

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word)

Demonstrated experience with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter)

Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere) a plus, but we will train if necessary

Digital photography and video editing experience a plus

Salary, is open, based upon your skills. Let's talk about your requirements. We will offer a base hourly salary and a bonus program based upon sales. Email all cover letters and resumes (if available) to Kathy@madsciencemilwaukee.comIf you do not have a resume, you may also apply online at milwaukee.madscience.org (clearly state you are apply for the Marketing assistant position.) The AM contributes to the sales and marketing efforts on a range of projects as well as driving processes essential to the company's day to day operations. Additionally, the AM will be certified as a Mad Science instructor and may perform or assist with Mad Science programming at client locations as required.Tasks & ResponsibilitiesAnswer phones and address customer inquiries; book Mad Science programs from inbound callsAssist with managing social media presence and email marketing campaigns.Assisting and creating print marketing materials including flyers, ads for print publications, and program-related print materials such as registration flyersServe as an assistant to Operations ManagerAssist with on-site administration of school programsAssists with training, coaching and hiring the Mad Science Team.Serve as a substitute instructor when necessaryDesired SkillsExcellent customer service and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and with minimal directionProficiency with Microsoft Office, and Google applicationsExperience managing online marketing campaigns and social media marketing, Google is a plus, but we will trainExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailEnergetic, outgoing and FUN personalityNo Science background is necessary, but you must be willing to learn!

Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation, as we do outreach so you will periodically traveling in area. PreferredPrevious experience in marketing, business management, supervising staff or comparable experience in a similar role desired. A background working with children or children’s programming is a plus.Work ScheduleWe are flexible on an exact work schedule, but we require 30-40 hrs per week M-F between the hours of 8:00AM and 5:30PM. All Managers also work a rotating weekend schedule of Saturday morning, (3-4 hours) 1-2 times per month.Salary & BenefitsSalary, is open, based upon your skills. Please state salary requirements in your cover letter.Email all cover letters and resumes to Kathy@madsciencemilwaukee.comYou may also apply online at milwaukee.madscience.org