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Marketing Manager

W New Orleans - French Quarter

316 Chartres Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

97 Room Hotel
Managed By Marriott International
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Full-Time

Job Number

24009442

Job Category

Sales & Marketing

Location

W New Orleans - French Quarter, 316 Chartres Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States VIEW ON MAP

Schedule

Full-Time

Located Remotely?

N

Relocation?

N

Position Type

Management

Job Summary

Promotes on-brand messaging to customers through traditional, digital, and social media channels with the goal of driving revenue and supporting total hotel goals. Builds direct marketing plans, targeted campaigns, and activated channels to drive consumer awareness and preference, increasing market share, and building broader portfolio and brand awareness. Showcases Food and Beverage promotions, both to hotel guests and to local patrons. Connects into resources in their region. Liaises and builds deep partnerships with their regional eCommerce and Marketing teams to verify all local, social, and digital marketing efforts are effectively integrated with the selling efforts for the organization. Develops and executes basic marketing strategy across multiple outlets and for the positioning and pull-through of continent strategy that align with hotel goals. Supports and implements marketing strategies designed to drive topline revenue and achieve RevPar/share-of-wallet goals. Manages all internal and external communication, digital presence, including but not limited to property website, third party channels and social media while maintaining brand integrity. Activates incremental marketing opportunities ranging from partnerships, third-party sites and CVBs. Reports out on campaign performance to SMR (Sales, Marketing & Revenue Management) leadership as requested.

Candidate Profile

Education And Experience Required
  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration or related major and 4 years experience in

    the sales, marketing, digital or related professional area; hospitality marketing or digital advertising experience preferred

    OR

  • 4-year bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or related major; 2 years experience in the sales, marketing, digital or related professional area; hospitality marketing or digital advertising agency experience preferred.

    Core Work Activities

    Marketing And Digital

  • Develops and executes the overarching marketing strategy from marketing plans to budgets for hotel/group of hotels that align with business priorities, with support and consultation of the General Manager(s).
  • Cultivates partnership with and active participation in demand generation strategy development (SMR).
  • Reconciles marketing plan monthly with accruals, forecast in conjunction with Director of Finance.
  • Leads and/or partners with Hotel Operations to conceptualize/execute property-level Programming and Activation, based on brand guidelines.
  • Serves as the hotel(s) brand guardian / liaison, verifying all marketing reflects brand voice. Leads the strategic pull-through of continent and brand promotions and campaigns.
  • Partners with Revenue Management to develop and execute promotional strategy.
  • Develops and manages property email marketing strategy, digital strategy across M.com and Third-Party sites, paid media campaigns and performance and verifies proper execution.
  • Supports group lead generation efforts.
  • Runs, reviews, analyzes and clearly articulates to stakeholders’ key reports and adjust strategy accordingly.
  • Manages internal and external partners to verify deliverables are executed to support hotel strategy.
  • Develops annual digital marketing plan to maximize hotel revenue production and identify digital marketing opportunities on third party and local partner sites.
  • Monitors and provides recommendations for SEO and update as needed in collaboration with MDS or agency.

    Content Management

  • Sets overarching messaging strategy for hotel/group of hotels aligned with positioning.
  • Manages Marriott.com content (via EPIC, Efast, MDS Client Community, etc.), OTA content (via respective extranet sites) and Third-Party / Group Site content (via respective content management systems).
  • Manages photography distribution including search photos, pre-arrival photos, and photo gallery management.
  • Creates landing pages and Discovery Pages to enhance content, as applicable.
  • Manages guest communications (e.g. confirmation, pre-arrival, etc.).

    Partnerships And Public Relations

  • Identifies and cultivates partnerships internally and externally, including Marriott Digital Services (MDS).
  • Maintains frequent, active engagement with Area Directors of Marketing to communicate overall recommendations and actionable next steps based on identified findings, best practices, and overall digital trends for their portfolio of hotels.
  • Manages PR agency, if applicable, or internal PR messaging.
  • Manages execution of PR events and promotions.

    Outlet And Ancillary

  • Manages outlet marketing opportunities on third party and local partner sites.
  • Defines in-house F&B programming in partnership with F&B Director and manage execution.

    Social Media

  • Develops and implements social strategy.
  • Manages paid social media budget and strategy.
  • Assists in reviewing social media content calendars and collect local area and property events.

    General

  • Leads, owns and directs asset development, including hotel collateral, photoshoots (sourcing, planning, on-site execution, post-editing and

    distribution), etc.

  • Measures and communicates success of campaigns and digital performance using relevant reports tools.
  • Demonstrates the ability to create and maintain strong relationships and negotiation skills with key internal and external partners/stakeholders (e.g. GMs, Sales and Revenue Leaders, Regional Team, media representatives).
  • Collects, reviews, and submits invoices for property marketing efforts and manage the overall submission process.
  • Completes other reasonable duties as requested by leadership.
  • The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $83,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.  

    The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

    Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.



    W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.

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    W New Orleans - French Quarter

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    Retreat down cobblestone streets, behind historical façades and balconies, to discover W New Orleans French Quarter. Mix it up with live jazz, hip bistros, renowned galleries, boutique shops and the iconic Jackson Square—all within walking distance.

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