Marketing Associate

Job Description

The Tax Foundation seeks a Marketing Associate to join our Marketing and Communications team and assist with outreach to policymakers, the media, and the general public.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include translating our tax policy research and analysis into compelling copy for emails, social media, the website, and media pitches, as well as supporting the development, deployment, and tracking of various marketing campaigns and initiatives.

The successful candidate will be an excellent written and verbal communicator and will employ a collaborative and creative mindset. The right candidate must be aligned with the Tax Foundation mission of leading the tax reform debate toward smarter, simpler policies.

The Marketing Associate will report to our Marketing Manager. A remote working arrangement may be considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Draft social media posts for Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram, monitor each social network, and help develop creative ways to engage and add followers
• Draft and distribute email marketing campaigns to over 50,000 Tax Foundation subscribers, legislators, and members of the media, perform regular list cleaning and updates, and develop creative ways to add subscribers
• Help implement, optimize, and report on paid social media and PPC advertising campaigns
• Upload new website content in a timely manner, assist with search engine optimization, and help develop creative ideas for increasing website traffic and engagement
• Track key marketing metrics, derive actionable insights, and produce routine reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with media tracking, list building, and outreach and help expand state and international media strategies
• Format custom charts and graphics for use in digital and print publications

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field
• 1-2 years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and convincing way for a wide range of audiences
• Good knowledge of marketing and communications best practices, tools, and trends
• Ability to work independently, with a team, and under pressure
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, email marketing platforms like MailChimp, digital ad platforms, Google Analytics, WordPress, and HTML/CSS preferred

Why Work at Tax Foundation?

At the Tax Foundation you can educate the public, elevate public discourse, and improve public policy, all while working at one of the most effective think tanks in the country. Salary range is $50,000 to $60,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include HSA-based health coverage with employer contributions, a 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on first 5%, and we cover 100% of the premiums for dental and vision coverage and life/AD&D/LTD insurance. We offer 12 paid holidays and 15 vacation days per year and generous sick leave, plus our office is closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. We also offer casual and early-release Fridays as well as a work-from-home option on Mondays and Fridays for employees in the D.C. headquarters area.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials in one PDF document:

• Cover letter, which should detail your interest in this position/Tax Foundation’s work and your salary requirements
• Résumé

Submit cover letter and résumé at this link. The position is open until filled. The Tax Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V