Warren James LLC
Assistant Brand Manager
Remote
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Full time
YOU DREAM IT. WE BUILD IT. Warren James creates stronger emotional bonds between creators and fans through extraordinary merchandise experiences, for a global audience every day. We create innovation and experiences across consumer products including custom apparel, accessories, collectibles, art, consumables, character creation and so much more. Warren James is made up of a diverse team of creatives and innovators, working with top talent covering the spectrum of media, tech, gaming, retail, and entertainment. As an early member of our team, you will play a foundational role in shaping Warren James’ culture and leadership in the experiential merchandise arena. Key focuses will be on assisting the Warren James brand management team with project management, market research, asset management, reviewing and sending product samples, coordinating creative web development, supporting client relations and execution of key Warren James accounts.
Description
We are searching for an awesome Assistant Brand Manager who is organized, creative, able to take direction well, and is interested in the cool properties and content creators we work with every day. In this position, under the guidance of the Brand Manager, you will support communication with the clients to assess their needs, coordinate marketing efforts, seek product approvals, and help push new endeavors forward. You will also support the management of product development with our Asian product development team and in-house artists. An understanding of website design and social media campaign management is another dimension of the role.
Responsibilities and Duties
● In partnership with the Brand Manager/ Director, support customized product strategies through project management for specific Warren James properties and content creators
● Via the Brand Manager’s leadership, ABM will:
· Efficiently support the project management of multiple accounts with different needs, demographics, and products
· Coordinate web development efforts with outside web developers
· Assist in assuring client website content is up to date and with messaging that is consistent with the product and brand guidelines
· Responsible for taking detailed and action-oriented notes in meetings to efficiently execute next steps
· Partner with cross-functional teams to continually provide updates and offer administrative support to ensure product launches are a success
· Support the development of a broad range of products that include but are not limited to cutting-edge apparel, toys, stationery, backpacks, drinkware, jewelry, and accessories with help from our China-based Product Development team and outside contractors
· Identify key customer profiles and support the development of specific short-term and long-term product strategies to serve them
· Track and coordinate product samples for review and send-off to clients and internal product development teams
· Assist the creation of specialized, compelling, and concise pitch decks for the purpose of garnering new business or showcasing the capabilities of Warren James
· Coordinate design efforts with the Warren James Creative Director and designated graphic artists
· Research and analyze industry, competition, and market trends
· Other duties as assigned
Requirements
· 1-3 years professional experience within a relevant industry
· Superb attention to detail, good judgment, project management, and listening skills
· Team player and ability to work cross-functionally
· Experience with various project types, including consumer products, web, mobile, video, and brand
· Ability to work collaboratively with multiple team members across departments (creative designers, product development members, business development partners, leadership team members, etc.)
· Comfortable with presentations and general communication to senior management
· Positive, can-do attitude and passion for Warren James products and creativity
· Detail-oriented and highly organized
· Experience in eCommerce, retail, and/ or licensing is preferred
· Proficient in Gsuite, Canva, Asana, Discord, Excel, or other presentation building software. Adobe Suite Preferred