About the Role
WebFX is seeking an entry-level candidate for our Earned Media team! Our ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree (or will soon have one!), a track record of strong academics, and is interested in learning about all things project management and content strategy. Related experience is awesome to have, but never required - we'll train you on everything you need to know!
The Qualifications: Who You Are
Education:
-A Bachelor's Degree: All majors welcome!
-GPA: 3.4 or above
(Upcoming grads are encouraged to apply - we interview and hire up to a year in advance!)
Suggested Experience and Skills:
-Prior experience working, in any field (for example: a part-time job, summer job, internship, etc)
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Analytical and research skills
-Digital marketing experience (a bonus!)
-Blogging or copywriting experience (a bonus!)
-Experience coordinating the schedules and deadlines of others (a bonus!)
-Coaching/mentoring experience (a bonus!)
Tools/Technical Skills:
(Not required, but awesome to have!)
-Excel/Google Suite
-Google Analytics
-Basic HTML
Qualities and Traits:
-You're a top-notch communicator, both written and verbal
-You're a people person, and love finding common ground with others
-You're organized, timely, and able to juggle multiple projects at once
-You're interested in the web, and like keeping up with new technology
-You're professional, dependable, and self-motivated
-You take pride in your work and always strive for high-quality results
-You work with urgency and enjoy getting things done
-You're proactive when it comes to solving problems
-You're a lifelong learner, and are always looking to stretch and grow your skills
-You love thinking both creatively and analytically, and love using data to make decisions
Don't stress if you don't have every experience listed - we hire for soft skills, and believe hard skills can be trained. If the job responsibilities sound interesting, and these traits sound like you, then we want to hear from you!
The Job Responsibilities: What You'll Learn to Do
Manage the Content Production Process
(About 45% of your day)
-Assign projects by matching the right writer to the right project, and ensure timely completion
-Process client revision requests, and reassign projects as needed
-Answer questions from writers and marketers regarding project details
-Troubleshoot and resolve project snags as they arise
Mentor a Team of Writers/Editors
(About 25% of your day)
-Mentor a team of 12+ copywriters/editors, providing regular feedback on both hard and soft skills
-Manage team workloads, track deadlines, and ensure your team is set up for success
-Hold regular 1-on-1 check-ins with your writers/editors, and lead annual review calls
-Identify individual strengths and areas for growth amongst your team, and support team members in setting and achieving their goals
-Contribute to team-bonding initiatives and a positive team culture
Provide Team Support and Promote Operational Excellence
(About 20% of your day)
-Plan and execute process improvements designed to simplify workflows and support team efficiency
-Lead and contribute to special projects to support team operations and client satisfaction
-Collaborate with peers in similar roles, taking ownership of shared tasks and responsibilities
Communicate with Internal WebFX Teams
(About 10% of your day)
-Act as liaison between copywriters and marketers, offering support and resolving issues related to projects
-Maintain clear communication with WebFX marketers regarding project progress and client needs
The Benefits: What You'll Get
Opportunities to Learn and Train with Our Team
-Initial "bootcamp" training program to learn foundational hard skills
-Ongoing advanced training sessions from industry experts as you progress
-Regular team Lunch-and-Learns in our on-site training amenities
A Place to Grow Your Career
-All our Jr-level roles represent the first step on an upward promotional path within WebFX
-Merit-based promotions are abundant for new team members who meet or exceed performance metrics
-Regular 1-on-1 check-ins with a manager to support career growth
Potential promotional path for Jr. Managing Editor of Client Content:
Digital Content Specialist
Digital Content Analyst
Digital Content Consultant
Lead Digital Content Consultant
Sr. Digital Content Consultant
Master Digital Content Consultant
Digital Copywriting Team Lead
In-Person Experience Alongside Our Team of Industry Experts
-This position is based fully in-office at
our riverside campus in Harrisburg, PA, with opportunities for this to evolve as Fxers advance in their career tenure.
Compensation
$50,000 - $52,500 (potentially higher based on work experience)