Brand Educator - Oxford, Mississippi at Dentsu Creative (MKTG)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Come work with us! We are specifically looking for candidates that live in Oxford, Mississippi, and the surrounding areas. Hours are flexible; however, most events occur Thursdays - Sundays between 4pm-12am. Activations are typically 2-4 hours in length. Hourly wage $25 per hour. Candidates must be 21yrs. and older.

MKTG Brand Educators (BE’s) are brand enthusiasts that educate consumers on high profile brands at on and off premise locations as well as special events. They must be able to deliver safe and unique experiences, and help consumers make informed brand decisions. They interact and actively engage consumers at the point-of-purchase with the end goal of reinforcing brand affinity, increasing brand awareness and increasing sales. Brand Educators embody the products they represent and humanize the brand. They build consumer trust by providing product knowledge and education.

BE’s have a wide range of job responsibilities; engage consumers and influence purchase decisions, complete required online mobile reporting, take and upload quality photos, facilitate company issued credit card transactions & reconciliation + the ability to travel to / from events. Reliable, dependable, professional, friendly + fun.

Events can take place anywhere from local retailers to bars & nightclubs to stadiums. We’re all adults here (21+ only please) - you must be reliable to complete all job-related responsibilities. Flakes need not apply!

MKTG hires personable, friendly, and professional Brand Educators. In addition to participating in promotional events BE’s are required to complete regular online paid trainings to stay informed on our client’s brands. BE’s must have the ability to immerse themselves in an extensive level of knowledge including Category, Product Distillation/Production and Brand with the ability to pass exams testing said knowledge.

This position is an Occasional Employment Position. Being hired as a Brand Educator does not guarantee the employee will be assigned to any quantity of assignments. Individuals must sign-off on all required forms and must adhere to all MKTG Policies and Marketing Codes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Actively engage and educate consumers at the point of experience, purchase, and consumption
• Follow Responsible Server Guidelines
• Merchandise accounts with point-of-sale (POS)
• Pick up materials to execute assigned activations or events
• Ensure proper care and return of company property (i.e. – uniforms, event materials)
• Comfortable using your smartphone to take digital event photos and enter event recaps
• Maintain appropriate appearance for consumer engagement
• Follow All Covid-19 related Safety Guidelines to deliver a safe experience

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Outgoing, ability to learn and communicate Brand Knowledge - paid training provided!  
• Using technology to receive and input information, using laptops, tablets and printers for event related tasks 
• Ability to translate brand information to consumers in a relatable manner. 
• Reliable & trustworthy 

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  

• Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Able to carry trays, boxes, objects up to 50lbs.
• Must have reliable mode of transportation to be able to transport yourself as well as activation materials
• Approachable and able to engage consumers
• Dependability a MUST -- flakes need not apply!

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

MKTG, part of the Dentsu Aegis Network, is a global creative agency comprised of pioneers and practitioners of lifestyle marketing. We specialize in delivering strategic, business-oriented marketing solutions for leading brands via sports and entertainment, live experiences, retail marketing, enterprise/b-to-b engagement, and sponsorship marketing. We are committed to constantly evolving, refining, and inventing innovative brand engagements through deeper understanding of how people think, work, and live their lives. Headquartered in NYC, we have 1,450 employees and 7,000 Brand Ambassadors operating in 31 offices globally, with reach in 19 markets across the

Americas, EMEA and APAC. Visit www.mktg.com for more information.