Content Manager

Crain Communications Inc is a privately held media company producing trusted and relevant news publications, lead generation, research and data products, custom publishing and events with uncompromising integrity.

We are looking for Content Manager to join the Crain’s New York Business Custom Content team. Core competencies include solid communication skills, high level of creativity, a passion for the vital and growing field of custom content marketing. This Manager will be a key player at a growing, dynamic media organization. The successful candidate must be able to adapt to an ever-changing and ever-growing organization which is branching out into new mediums rapidly. This position is based in New York and is full time

* In cooperation with the Director of Custom Content, develop effective and ROI focused custom content proposals and content marketing solutions through experience and internal brainstorming with a thorough understanding of appropriate deliverables, including digital solutions (including native advertising, content hubs/microsites, videos, newsletters, e-blasts, custom social media etc.), core competencies in print (advertorials/special sections/sponsored content), custom events, and whitepapers/custom research. * Tactically manage and support all sold thru content programs (all project management including: development of timelines, trafficking and review of materials, estimation of costs, working with vendors, routing for client approvals and providing client recaps etc.) * Work closely and in tandem with the Director of Custom Content for the following: custom content sales material creation, custom content day to day client requests and execution of sold thru custom content programs. * Assist in long-term strategic planning and ideation of custom content signature programs which may combine several content platforms: print, online, social and events. * Be able to respond in an informed manner to sales force on custom initiatives * Maintain excellent vendor relationships with a large number of journalists, copyeditors, and designers, event freelancers * During and after the sales process, interact with clients, attend sales presentations, conference calls and be able to speak to specific custom initiatives.

* Bachelor’s degree * 3-5 yrs work experience in a related field * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Must be a strong team player with a positive attitude, who is highly motivated, open to new ideas * Excellent customer service attitude/professionalism * High level of attention to detail, strong project management skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of indesign and adobe helpful but not mandatory