Marketing Communications Specialist jobs in Champaign, IL

Position: Marketing Specialist I

Who we are:  

Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mission of bridging the digital divide between America’s major cities and America’s smaller regions. The services we offer—faster, more reliable internet service; expanded, free digital and HD TV choices; and superior technology in home security and phone service—are a direct result of our powerful culture of growth and innovation.  
 
As we continue to grow, so do our career opportunities. We aim to be at the forefront in delivering easy-to-use, high-tech entertainment, communications, and internet products to the communities we serve. To achieve this, Mediacom Communications seeks talented professionals to partner with us in meeting these challenges and realizing what we can imagine. Take that next step toward your future and join our growing team!

Position Overview:

Report to Regional Marketing Director.  Support marketing activity within region to facilitate sales and revenue opportunities.  Duties include tracking and presenting data, training and incenting front counter reps and techs, creating local promotions, helping with budget and monthly P&L review, coordinating local events.

Company Benefits:

Along with that rewarding feeling, you’ll be given the Power to Succeed in your career while enjoying ongoing training and a generous benefits package designed to be flexible and relevant to your needs. You'll find all sorts of advantages to joining the Mediacom team including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance!
• Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off!
• 401K with generous company match!
• Employee discounts on Mediacom services, where available. In areas where Mediacom services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided!
• Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees!
• Employee Wellness Program!

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead special projects as assigned, managing all aspects from planning, communication, implementation and reporting.
• Collect and manage competitive intelligence.
• Prepare spreadsheets and reports for marketing activities, communications, budget and daily performance.
• Assist with preparation of customer notification elements for employees and customers.
• Maintain, coordinate and edit collateral and marketing materials by securing accurate information, providing direction to internal and external individuals, proofing and obtaining required approvals.
• Execute the following:  tracking marketing proposals, miscellaneous requests and expenses, writing and editing, verification of quantities and delivery information, requests for data extraction, programming projects, code discrepancy resolution and other projects as requested.
• Responsible for developing and executing sales strategies and incentives for use in customer service and technical departments.
• Responsible for coaching and training customer service and technical staff on marketing campaigns and offers to achieve sales goals.
• Work closely with personnel from all regional departments, Field Operation Group, Corporate and outside vendors on various projects and activity.
• Plan, coordinate and execute marketing events including but not limited to home shows, open houses, fairs and other community events to promote all Mediacom products and services.   This may include evenings and weekend work along with travel.
• Commitment to job completion may require excess of 40 hours.  
• Other duties as assigned.
• Travel is required along with some evening and weekend work.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field, or equivalent preferred.
• 1-2 years progressive advancement in an advertising or marketing role preferred.
• Awareness of competitive conditions.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite programs.  Intermediate Excel skills required.
• Proven ability to deliver multiple assignments accurately, successfully and independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Get to know us: Mediacom Communications is known by our Mediacom brands, including: Xtream TV, Phone and Internet, Xtream Xpert, Xtream Wifi360Pro, Xtream Hotspots, Mediacom Bolt, Mediacom Digital Home, Mediacom Business and OnMedia. When you join Mediacom, you are joining a powerful team of more than 4,000 individuals working together to serve more than 1.55 million customers in 22 states and connecting them to what matters most.   

Our Awards: Mediacom is proud to have received the following recognitions: 2023 Best Managed Companies, 2022 Best Managed Companies, 2021 Best Managed Companies, 2019 Best Company for Women to Work, 2017 Best Company for People of Color and Women to Work, Content & Connectivity Human Resources (C2HR)’s 2021 Social Impact Award.  

Who you are matters here: Mediacom Communications is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment. Mediacom Communications prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, marital status, status as a parent, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, reprisal for participation in protected EEO activity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. These protections extend to all employment policies, practices, and actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring; job assignments; performance management; rewards; promotions; training and development; reassignments; discipline; and separations. 

Disclaimer: When making a job offer, we consider several factors in our determination, such as years of related work experience; relevant skills and qualifications; education level; and certifications/licenses.

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