Marketing Assistant (entry-level) London, England
Job description
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICANTS, WE ARE DUE TO BE CLOSING APPLICATIONS VERY SOON. ANY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED VIA OTHER MEDIUMS (e.g LinkedIn, email etc.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Please keep in mind that as we are not asking for CVs as part of this application process, your answers to the questions are how we will evaluate your suitability for the role.
BACKGROUND:
Pottermore Publishing is the global digital publisher of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series, as well as other audiobooks and eBooks from the Wizarding World™. We aim to lead the way in innovative digital publishing and to bring new generations of readers together with long-standing fans, celebrating and bringing to life the stories that first began with the Boy Who Lived.
We operate under the same roof as The Blair Partnership, working as close colleagues with a shared culture. Together, we’re focused on making things happen in order to deliver real-world creative and commercial impact. We achieve this by believing and staying true to our values: Expertise, Partnership, Integrity, Creativity.
Pottermore Publishing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where all talent and potential is valued. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and recognise the value that this adds to our business.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Support Pottermore Publishing’s marketing team in the administration, planning, creation and implementation of integrated marketing and communications campaigns, with the aim of increasing consumer audiences, deepening engagement and maximising sales.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
- Work closely with the wider Pottermore Publishing marketing team (alongside a second Marketing Assistant) to drive forward the creation and implementation of marketing and communications campaigns across eCommerce, library and franchise partners - these communications cover new product launches, franchise moments and partner campaigns
- Assist marketing team on managing marketing approvals accurately and efficiently
- Monitor, measure and capture campaign activity - day to day this may include updating the approvals tracker and critical path
- With the help of the accounts and marketing teams, build and coordinate the monthly retailer newsletter and manage and update the marketing calendar
- Assist in writing clear campaign and creative briefs, both for designers and copywriters, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines
- Assist in coordinating Pottermore creative assets and distribution to internal and external stakeholders
- Own key team folders on the server to ensure all work is organised and saved in a logical and easy-to-find way and can be referred back to easily
- Undertake research and update the team on partner and industry trends in marketing and comms
- Support on meeting coordination, including minute taking (where relevant)
- Assist the marketing team with internal data systems (training provided)
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Interest in/knowledge of marketing or communications within the media, publishing or entertainment sectors
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, creative and innovative
- Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written. Experience in writing copy or working with copywriters helpful
- Highly organised with rigorous attention to detail
- Able to work across multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against tight deadlines. This includes working autonomously, remaining agile and prioritising projects
- Strong team-working skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with internal and external teams
- Knowledge and understanding of the Harry Potter canon and Wizarding World franchise an advantage
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
- Hybrid working pattern
- Competitive Salary
- Company Bonus Scheme
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Group Pension Plan where we contribute 5%
- Life Assurance of 4 times salary
- Health Insurance (currently with Vitality)
- Health Shield Cashback Plan
- Harry Potter Franchise Partner discounts
- Annual Creative Bursary
- Season Ticket Loan
- Cycle Scheme
Please keep in mind that as we are not asking for CVs as part of this application process, your answers to the questions are how we will evaluate your suitability for the role.
