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Marketing Director in Ann Arbor, MI

Marketing Director job description

The marketing director is part analyst, part strategist and part manager. This professional supervises a marketing team responsible for developing promotional communications strategy and materials for a company or product. The marketing director’s role can vary depending on a company’s needs and the industry focus, but generally, it centers on managing the marketing process from research and planning to execution and analysis. Duties may also include overseeing the operation of a company’s website or email marketing program and reviewing analytics. This position requires excellent communication, analytical and managerial skills. An MBA is often preferred, as is 5 to 10 years of applicable experience.

Typical marketing director duties:

Preparing short- and long-term marketing plans, including promotional calendars and programs, developing pricing policies and setting budgetsDirecting marketing messaging activities and ensuring marketing programs align with public relations initiativesTracking and evaluating the results of marketing campaigns and identifying opportunities to drive improvement and grow target market share

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Salary for Marketing Director in Ann Arbor, MI

113006 - 171431

Low
113006
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
137863
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
171431
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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