Marketing Specialist Jobs in Iowa

A Marketing Specialist is a professional who designs and implements marketing strategies for a company, increasing its visibility and profitability. They study market trends, consumer behavior, competitors, and all aspects of marketing, then apply this information to create strategies that increase customer engagement and drive sales. They may also be involved in developing pricing strategies, identifying marketing opportunities, and tracking the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. These professionals work closely with other team members, such as the sales team, public relations personnel, and product developers.

Key skills for a Marketing Specialist include exceptional communication, creativity, analytical thinking, project management, and digital marketing skills. Knowledge of marketing software and online applications like CRM tools, online analytics, and Google Adwords is often required. While a bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field is typically needed, certifications such as a Certified Professional Marketer (CPM), Certified Marketing Management Professional (CMMP), or a Digital Marketing Certification can give candidates an edge. Prior roles that can lead to becoming a Marketing Specialist may include Marketing Coordinator, Marketing Assistant, or Sales Representative.

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Marketing Strategy Specialist

  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Preferred: Experience owning discrete marketing campaigns for segments, products, or initiatives. Experience with integrated or omnichannel marketing efforts....

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Social Media Specialist

  • Agriland FS
  • Winterset, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Winterset, IA
  • 6 days ago

As a Social Media Specialist, this individual will update and monitor social media accounts, manage social media calendars, support digital marketing campaigns, review social media performance, and...

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Sr. Associate, Marketing

  • Principal Financial Group
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

What You'll Do We are seeking a highly organized, collaborative, and strategic Sr. Associate, Marketing to support the activation of marketing technologies and implementation of channel enablement...

Hybrid

Marketing Specialist - Sioux City

  • Goodwill of the Great Plains
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 14 days ago

Join Goodwill as a Marketing Specialist and use your talents to help build more than just a brand-you'll help build lives....

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Promotions and Events Specialist-Full-Time(Bettendorf)

  • Caesars Entertainment Corporation
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 14 days ago

The Promotions and Events Specialist assist promoting & executing events for the Isle Bettendorf Casino and Hotel. Our guest promotions often occur nights, evenings and weekends.

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Marketing Specialist

  • Thrivent Financial
  • Davenport, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 16 days ago

Position summary: The Marketing Specialist position is responsible for coordinating overall marketing strategy with the practice....

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Senior Marketing Specialist - Project Farma

  • PerkinElmer
  • IA
  • 17 days ago
  • IA
  • 17 days ago

The Senior Marketing Specialist will serve as a strategic partner to marketing, business development, and leadership teams within a professional services environment....

Remote

Regional Marketing Associate Des Moines

  • Forvis Mazars, LLP
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago

This individual will work in various aspects of Marketing and Business Development, including marketing campaigns and strategies, growing name and brand recognition, event planning, social media, advertising...

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Clinical Marketing Liaison

  • The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute
  • Long Grove, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Long Grove, IA
  • 18 days ago

Clinical Rehab Liaison Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Clinical Rehab Liaison Skills - Clinical License Required Ever heard of a clinical rehab liaison? Are you looking to embark on a...

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School Communications Specialist/Paraeducator

  • Atlantic Community School District
  • Atlantic, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Atlantic, IA
  • 20 days ago

School Communications Specialist/Paraeducator TeachIowa Atlantic Comm School District - Atlantic, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details Job...

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Product Marketing Specialist

  • iSolved HCM
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 21 days ago

This role also contributes significantly to the planning and execution of gotomarket (GTM) strategies and integrated marketing campaigns....

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Brand Representative - Jordan Creek Town Center, Abercrombie & Fitch

  • A&F Stores, Inc.
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago

Our Brand Representatives bring our store experience to lifeengaging customers with care, representing our brand authentically, and helping create a welcoming environment for all. This role is a...

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Brand Representative - NorthPark Mall, Hollister

  • A&F Stores, Inc.
  • IA
  • 26 days ago
  • IA
  • 26 days ago

Our Brand Representatives bring our store experience to lifeengaging customers with care, representing our brand authentically, and helping create a welcoming environment for all. This role is a...

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Brand Representative - Southern Hills Mall, Hollister

  • Abercrombie & Fitch
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 27 days ago

Share Salary Not Available Position range in Sioux City, IA-NE-SD Metropolitan Statistical Area $28k - $36k Per Year Brand Representative - Southern Hills Mall, Hollister Abercrombie & Fitch...

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Residential Marketing Associate - Waterloo, IA

  • Andersen Corporation
  • Cedar, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Cedar, IA
  • 27 days ago

Join our growing team of Residential Marketing Associates! Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a...

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Salary for Marketing Specialist Jobs in Iowa

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMarketing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Marketing Specialists in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.7%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.4%
High School or GED
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Marketing Specialists in Iowa
4-6 years
34.8%
2-4 years
26.1%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
13.0%
None
8.7%


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