Children's Marketing Coordinator (Johannesburg) at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

Main purpose of the role:

• We are looking for a marketing coordinator who is passionate about children’s literature and marketing. They will play a key role in promoting our childrens books and will be responsible for executing our marketing strategy for childrens books across all platforms.

Job Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Good general and Children’s trends knowledge.
• Must be self-motivated, pro-active, and able to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Exceptionally strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Exceptionally strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• A strong interest in and love for Children’s books, reading and publishing in general.
• Ability to foster good relations key stakeholders.
• Ability to plan and organize Children’s events with a hands-on approach.
• This position would possibly require work-related domestic travel, as well as attendance at functions; book fairs; exhibitions and book launch which involve considerable after hour commitments.
• Be creative and innovative with title campaigns.
• Matric certificate is essential.
• A relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous.
• A valid driver’s license and own vehicle is essential.

Skills and competencies:

(The abilities that the individual needs to perform this role effectively).

• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal/relationship-building skills
• Content creation.
• Video editing skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Interest and knowledge in Childrens books.
• Event planning and organisation.
• Social media management.
• Networking skills.
• Planning and organising.
• Results orientation.
• Pressure resilience.

Duties would include:

Key responsibilities: (The primary tasks, functions, and deliverables of the role)

• Working with schools & retailers to distribute school resources and marketing materials.
• Overseeing all JBP Childrens social media channels.
• Managing the JBP Childrens newsletters.
• Assist with Childrens author tours, events, and launches.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key shareholders.
• Brainstorming creative ideas for marketing Childrens books.