Marketing Editor

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Barrett-Jackson Auction Company is seeking a Corporate Editor who will work closely with the in-house Marketing team but also interface with numerous other departments in the company as needed. Selected candidate will be responsible for editing, proofing, and writing for in-house print publications, marketing materials, website content and internal/external communication needs, as well as ensuring adherence to house style and maintaining consistent messaging and style throughout all platforms and media. This position is office-based in Scottsdale, AZ and travel is required on a quarterly basis.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Manage writing, editing, and proofing of company's publications and patron, bidder and consignor-interaction resources.
• Write and edit a variety of materials, including website content, video scripts, marketing collateral, internal communication, and magazine content.
• Assist other departments with communication needs and promotional materials as needed.
• Review and edit all auction car and automobilia descriptions, ensuring consistency and adherence to house style.
• Proof/edit all marketing materials, eblasts, press releases and social media copy as needed.
• Maintain and update house Style Guide.
• Publish feature articles to website.
• Assist in brand PR and marketing initiatives.
• Develop and execute promotional activities for events as needed, in tandem with the Sales/Sponsorship Team and Marketing Manager.
• Writing daily auction recaps for publication to the website.
• Oversee production of monthly internal newsletter.
• Special projects as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Friendly and customer service oriented
• Team player who works in collaboration with other departments
• Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• Excellent knowledge of AP Style.
• Ghost-writing experience and knowledge of automotive terminology a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and work under deadline pressure, manage change and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Creativity, time, and project management skills.
• Proficiency using MS Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point).
• Bachelor's degree from in a related field (preferably in public relations, journalism, or communication).
• 5-7 years working experience in a related field.

ABOUT BARRETT-JACKSON:

Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events.

Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to astute classic and collector car owners and automotive enthusiasts around the world. Barrett-Jackson produces The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Houston, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada, where hundreds of the most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience.

Barrett-Jackson is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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