DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & EVENTS
Job Type
Full-time
Description
  • Develop and execute marketing plans to support existing branches and new locations
  • Research market trends and competitors to identify growth opportunities
  • Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all locations while allowing for regional needs
  • Drive lead generation for rentals, equipment sales, and service across all divisions
  • Manage company social media channels, including LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook
  • Oversee website content, SEO, digital advertising, and performance tracking
  • Guide the creation of marketing materials such as brochures, videos, and sales tools
  • Use internal systems to track customer engagement and marketing results
  • Plan and manage trade shows, open houses, and customer appreciation events
  • Support branch leaders and sales team with local marketing efforts 
  • Plan, execute and attend internal, external and customer events at all locations
  • Assist HR and recruiting by promoting CraneWorks as a great place to work
  • Other duties as assigned

Travel Requirements:

  • Quarterly visits to company branches with overnight travel is expected
  • Attend customer, vendor, and company events as required in all locations
Requirements
  • 8+ years of marketing experience, preferably in a multi-location or industrial business
  • Experience supporting company growth into new markets
  • Strong experience planning and managing industry events
  • Knowledge of digital marketing tools, CRM systems, and social media platforms
  • Willingness to travel to branch locations as needed
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Organization skills and attention to detail
  • Strong background in marketing and branding
  • Experience in creating content for social media, shooting and editing videos and photos, copy marketing
  • Experience with graphic design software like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
  • Experience with web management software such as Wordpress and Hubspot
  • Experience with SEO and Google Analytics
  • Demonstrated ability to create, implement and monitor budgets
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at once and work cross-functionally with multiple departments

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field