Digital Marketing Strategist, Smeal College Of Business

Penn State Smeal College of Business

State College, PA, US
Base: $68,200.00 - $102,300.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid
Paid media strategy for higher education
Agency management and performance oversight
Conversion rate optimization expertise
The Penn State Smeal College of Business is seeking a Digital Marketing Strategist to lead their paid media strategies and conversion optimization efforts. This role requires extensive experience in digital marketing and agency management, with a focus on achieving enrollment goals through effective media strategies and landing page design

Job Summary

  • The role involves replacing external agency strategic oversight by converting enrollment goals into paid media direction and high-conversion landing page strategies.
  • Candidates will manage a team of at least two web and data professionals while directing internal resources to ensure every click has a clear destination.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $68,200.00 - $102,300.00 along with a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

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The Penn State Smeal College of Business is seeking a Digital Marketing Strategist to lead their paid media strategies and conversion optimization efforts. This role requires extensive experience in digital marketing and agency management, with a focus on achieving enrollment goals through effective media strategies and landing page design.

Salary

Base: $68,200.00 - $102,300.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, retirement plans, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Paid media strategy for higher education
  • Agency management and performance oversight
  • Conversion rate optimization expertise
  • GA4 and Google Ads proficiency
  • Team leadership of web professionals

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with heatmapping tools
  • Knowledge of cookie deprecation impacts
  • Familiarity with first-party data strategies
  • Background in recruitment marketing cycles

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field
  • 6+ years of experience in digital marketing focused on paid media/CRO
  • Demonstrated success managing agency relationships
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
  • Successful completion of credit history and background checks

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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