Employment Type : Full-Time
Marketing Manager (7552U), UC Botanical Garden - 33340 About Berkeley
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Departmental Overview
The University of California Botanical Garden. (UCBG) features one of the most diverse plant collections in the United States. Established in 1890, the Garden's 34 acres contain over 13,238 taxas and more than 20,231 accessions from all over the world arranged by region. The Garden is famous for its large number of rare and endangered species. The Mission Statement for the UCBG is "to develop and maintain a diverse living collection of plants to support teaching and worldwide research in plant biology, further the conservation of plant diversity, and promote public understanding and appreciation of plants and the natural environment."
The Marketing and Communications Specialist plays a major role in bringing in awareness of the Garden's mission, educational and community programs/events to the public and campus. Instrumental in attracting funds to the Garden. Only one third of the Garden budget is provided by the campus, the rest is the result of memberships, programs, plant/gift sales, donations, and endowments.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: April 7, 2022.
Responsibilities
Coordinates organization-wide marketing and communications strategies and activities including promotional materials and programs (across digital platforms, printed materials, and external relations) to promote awareness of the UC Botanical Garden services, programs and products to the general public and to campus units.
Researches, analyzes, monitors and evaluates marketing and communications efforts for effectiveness, reporting results to appropriate higher levels of administration.
Assists in coordination an production of Garden events.
Coordinates design, production and distribution of publications and other promotional materials, including internet or web materials, press releases, advertisements, catalogs, brochures, flyers, signage, A / V presentations, displays, exhibits, etc.
Coordinates advertising placement and schedules.
Coordinates appropriate use of campus and / or Garden and / or department logos, emblems, etc.
Establishes and maintains contacts with internal and external marketing professionals and vendors; e.g., artists, designers, photographers, mailing houses, postal service, list brokers, advertising representatives, media contacts, etc.
Administers marketing and / or sales budget(s) as assigned, ensuring that budget goals are met; as required meets revenue generating goals through effective relationships with external sources.
Builds relationships with outside (non-campus and / or Garden affiliated) companies and organizations.
Researches and analyzes new and innovative methods for generating revenue and develops implementation proposals.
Required Qualifications
Thorough analytical and written communication skills.
Thorough knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
Strong project management skills.
Strong interpersonal communication and political acumen skills.
Education
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Preferred Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of and/or ability to learn the UC Botanical Garden, including its achievements, mission, vision, goals, objectives and infrastructure.
Thorough knowledge of and/or ability to learn the campus and UC Botanical Garden services and products.
Thorough knowledge of marketing mediums and funding sources.
Strong skills in event and media activities management.
Skill in mentoring less experienced staff.
Salary & Benefits
Annual salary is commensurate with experience.
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html