Employment Opportunities at MSC

Marketing Associate - MSC - Charlottesville, VA - Full-Time

Essential Job Functions for this position include:

Return rental calls, assist residents, return prospects email and phone calls

Show and lease apartments, close leases, adhere to company-wide leasing and marketing policies

Process new and renewal leases, addenda and applications according to our criteria

Coordinate leasing and public relation functions

Produce and monitor advertisements and marketing ideas to effectively lease apartments

Assist with hiring, training, supervising and scheduling of marketing associates

Maintain statistical information on renewals and new leases, produce and distribute weekly reports

Analyze and compare market data

Complete monthly marketing survey and progress report

Assist in developing an annual marketing plan

Work on some weekends

Keep current on technology trends, social networking sites and web advertising

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Marketing Managers in all other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

College degree or related experience

Prior marketing/leasing experience a plus

Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook

Publisher Pro and Photo Shop a definite plus

Customer service/sales

Website marketing

You will be required to gain your VA Real Estate License

The perfect applicant will be a team player, extremely outgoing, a self-starter, highly organized, flexible and have a positive optimistic attitude

Must be able to pass criminal history and drug test

Benefits:

Employee Benefits are available for Full-Time Employees.
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Regional Internet Marketing Specialist - MSC - Charlottesville, VA - Full-Time

The Regional Internet Marketing Specialist will oversee all websites, Internet marketing, email marketing, social media marketing, and interactive marketing initiatives for The Caton Companies from development through implementation.  MSC’s Regional IMS will provide social media consulting, monitoring, and management services to the four Caton Companies and MSC properties.  He/she will work with the Regional Marketing Manager and Regional IT Manager to direct the design of web pages and develop web content that is up-to-date and consistent with The Caton Company and MSC community standards.

Essential Job Functions for this position include:

·         Consult individually with The Caton Companies and communities regarding their business goals and propose online solutions that meet their needs.

·         Develop strategies and recommendations for The Caton Companies and MSC community websites.

·         Create and update electronic collateral for all MSC communities.

·         Analyze online trends impacting reputation management and work to bolster The Caton Companies web presence, especially through social media.

·         Coordinate and oversee development and design of websites to maximize search engine optimization, lead generation, resident satisfaction, and functionality.

·         Evaluate all online accounts and recommend enhancements that create a competitive advantage for The Caton Companies.

·         Optimize websites for search engines. 

·         Perform daily updates of editorial content on multiple websites. 

·         Write and edit a wide variety of materials which are intended for online distribution.

·         Provide regular reports on online marketing campaigns. 

·         Gather and compile research data in a comprehensible format. 

·         Determine and report on effectiveness of Internet marketing campaigns.

·         Teach, train, and coach staff on effective use of online marketing materials, new material release, and measurement tools.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will have the ability to balance creative thinking with analytical support and must be a self motivated, team player.  The successful candidate will have a college degree, preferably in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or Statistics.  An additional two to four years of related experience in property management, customer service, marketing, real estate or hotel sales and one year of management related experience desired.   A strong background in Internet marketing with a proven track record of success in strategy, execution and delivery including a solid understanding of Internet and Internet technologies is required.  He/she must be able to travel to various locations throughout Virginia and North Carolina. 

Reporting:  The Regional Internet Marketing Specialist will report directly to the Senior Vice President and work closely with the Regional Marketing Manager and Regional IT Manager.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Additional requirements:

·         Strong analytical skills to include an understanding of website analytics and measurements.

·         Exceptional computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and HTML as well as a working knowledge of Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel, or similar software products. Google Certification and experience with MRI management system preferred. Demonstrated experience with Facebook, Twitter, texting campaigns, blogging.

·         Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  Able to write marketing content and advertising.

• Must be able to pass criminal history and drug tests

Benefits:

Employee Benefits are available for Full-Time Employees.
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