Russell is a professional services firm providing construction and development services across the Midwest. Since its inception in 1983, Russell’s culture promotes a collaborative work environment that strives to exceed our clients’ expectations and provide life-time career opportunities for our professionals.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, with offices in St. Louis, Missouri, and Overland Park, Kansas, Russell has delivered more than $3 billion in projects across 33 states. We remain a market leader in our core markets, including new construction and complex additions and renovations.
At Russell, we are creating more than a project - we are building great people, relationships, and communities.
Life at Russell
The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them. Life at Russell is full of opportunities.
How You’ll Contribute
As Marketing Assistant you will work closely with our Marketing and Business Development teams and will gain experience in preparing and writing collateral material, electronic, and print communications, event planning and sales support. You will participate in a cohesive team environment to develop and proof professional materials for both viral and written materials, for all three offices. You can expect to work in a casual, but professional atmosphere.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creation and management of all collateral marketing materials, including team member resumes, project bios, and Statement of Qualification packages.
- Assist with preparing, writing, proofing, and editing written copy. This could include coordinating press releases, trade magazine articles, local sponsorships, and other specialized communications.
- Collaborate with the Marketing Strategist to manage trade show activity for the company including registrations, booth/exhibit scheduling, pre-marketing activities, and post-tradeshow activities.
- Assist the Digital Content Manager in creating content for distribution on social media channels.
- Assist with event planning for annual golf outing and other special events.
- Provide support to client experience initiatives.
- Accurately research, enter and maintain data in marketing database(s).
- Assist with any digital marketing and social media initiatives, as assigned.
- Provide support to business development team as needed.
- Other administrative duties as assigned.
- Duties as requested by CEO, Executive Leadership Team and Director of Marketing.
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Educational and experience requirements include: Four-year degree plus a minimum of one (1) year of experience in communications or marketing. Possesses an understanding of public relations techniques. Excellent communication, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft software including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint required. Experience with Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) design software preferred. Experience in construction related field helpful. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information/ situations.
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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying for employment at Russell please contact us at (563) 459-4600 or HR@russellco.com. This contact is for accommodation request only and can’t be used to inquire about status of an application.
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