Marketing Manager

Job Description

Marketing Manager
Ignite Your Passion for Faith-Driven Marketing!
Are you passionate about sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith? Do you thrive on finding creative solutions to challenges, dreaming up new ways to engage audiences, and building strong relationships? Do you ever find yourself recommending books or resources that have inspired you with others? Your experience and skills are what we are looking for! We invite you to join our dynamic team at Ave Maria Press, a renowned Catholic publishing house, where you can help to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Ave Maria Press seeks a visionary Marketing Manager to drive innovative marketing campaigns that set hearts on fire.
About Us
At Ave Maria Press, we believe in the transformative power of words to inspire, enlighten, and uplift. With a rich legacy of publishing high-quality, trustworthy Catholic content, we are dedicated to spreading messages of faith, hope, and love. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to lead and execute marketing initiatives that resonate with each of our product lines (trade, parish, and curriculum) and drive meaningful engagement with those groups.
What's in Store for You
• Lead and Implement Bold Marketing Strategies: Spearhead high-impact marketing campaigns across trade books, pastoral ministry resources, curriculum products, and key initiatives. You'll identify new opportunities, develop creative approaches, and execute strategies that expand our reach and position Ave Maria Press as a leader in Catholic publishing.
• Drive Creative Innovation: Lead the development of fresh, innovative marketing tactics-from pioneering digital campaigns to creative sales strategies-that keep us competitive. Your role will focus on exploring new ways to engage audiences and driving groundbreaking initiatives forward.
• Execute Impactful Promotional Campaigns: Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling promotional materials for book releases, author events, and trade shows. Shape the creative direction of campaigns to ensure they resonate deeply with target audiences.
• Drive Relationship Building and Market Engagement: Forge strong relationships with key stakeholders, including authors, retailers, and influencers, to amplify the reach of our titles. Your ability to connect with thought leaders and Catholic communities will be critical in expanding our market presence.
• Collaborate for Maximum Impact: Work closely with the editorial, sales, and marketing teams to align strategies and ensure that product launches are successful. Your input will help to guide the creation of resources that meet the evolving needs of our audience.
• Manage Product Launches and Marketing Plans: Participate in acquisition meetings and contribute to the strategic planning and execution of marketing plans for new books, programs, and initiatives. You'll be instrumental in ensuring that new products are successfully introduced to the market.
• Oversee Event Marketing and Promotion: Help to coordinate all aspects of marketing and promotional activities for conferences and events. You will manage logistics, create promotional materials, and ensure our presence at these events is impactful and engaging.
• Analyze and Optimize: Track marketing effectiveness through data-driven analysis and refine strategies for continuous improvement. You'll use insights from sales data, customer feedback, and market research to inform future campaigns and maximize ROI.
• Shape the Future of Catholic Publishing: Be a thought leader who challenges the status quo. Whether it's rethinking pricing strategies to compete with industry leaders or creating new models for reader engagement, you'll play a pivotal role in positioning Ave Maria Press as an innovative force in the market.
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking a Marketing Manager with a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and a passion for relationship building. Here's what you'll bring:
• Creative Vision: A knack for generating fresh ideas and transforming them into successful, boundary-pushing marketing strategies.
• Strategic Focus: Ability to think big and design marketing plans that align with business objectives and drive growth across multiple audiences.
• Project Management Expertise: Organized and efficient, with strong project management skills to balance multiple campaigns and initiatives while meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative Spirit: A team player who works well in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, partnering with editorial and sales to ensure success across the board.
• Self-Starter Attitude: A go-getter who can take initiative, solve problems creatively, and isn't afraid to pick up the phone and make things happen.
Desired Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years marketing or communications experience, knowledge of the Catholic Publishing industry a plus.
• Familiarity with Catholic teachings, publishing, and building community. Actively practicing Catholic required.
• Ability to travel as necessary (a few times a year).
• Strong communication, multitasking, and creative skills.
• Tech-savvy: Familiarity with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Workspace, email platforms, and analytics tools.
• Familiarity with Trello, Dropbox, and Slack a plus.
Position Details:
• This is a full-time salaried position. The expected work hours are approximately 37.5 hours per week, between the business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (ET), Monday through Friday. The exact schedule will be discussed and decided upon during the interview and offer stage.
• This role is based in Notre Dame, Indiana, with potential for hybrid or remote work options in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, with regular travel to our headquarters. Candidates should be committed to being integrated into our company culture and contributing to our team's success.
• This role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and a 403(b) retirement plan. Ave team members are part of a supportive company culture and contribute to a dynamic, mission-driven team committed to collaboration and innovation.
Why Join Us?
At Ave Maria Press, your work is more than just a job; it's a mission. We offer a vibrant, collaborative workplace where your contributions make a real impact. Enjoy a balanced workday, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a team that shares your passion for faith-driven content.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to bring your creative vision to life and lead innovative marketing campaigns that inspire and engage, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to Lisa Hanback at lhanback@nd.edu.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Ave provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

About the Employer

Ave Maria Press sets hearts on fire by leading people to know, love, and serve God. We were founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1865 to feature the best American Catholic writing, support the spiritual needs of everyday Catholics, and honor Mary. Today, more than 150 years later, we create high-quality, trustworthy Catholic content that moves people into deeper communion with God and fans into flame a desire to bring that communion to others. As a leader in publishing Catholic high school theology textbooks, ministry resources, and books on prayer and spirituality, our work invites people into a family of faith. We take pride in being a nonprofit publishing ministry of Holy Cross and strive to expand our work in order to contribute to the global mission of the Congregation.