Position Title

Marketing & Media Specialist (Salaried, Non-Exempt)

Company Overview

Riddell Studios is a growing family-owned marketing team located between Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio. We serve local businesses by providing an all-in-one marketing solution—offering services like WordPress website building, SEO, Google Ads, Meta Ads, video production, photo editing, graphic design, content creation, social media management, and more. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality results without the cookie-cutter approach of larger agencies. We treat our clients like they are our family—their wins and losses become our wins and losses. We'll treat you like family, too!

Position Summary

We are seeking a Marketing & Media Specialist to work behind the scenes, handling various technical and creative tasks that keep client projects moving. This position is salaried (non-exempt), and you will be hired as a W-2 employee. One aspect that makes this role unique is that our compensation model is salary-based and focuses on quality and efficiency, not time-tracking. If you can knock out high-quality work in fewer hours, you’re free to do so without being penalized by a lower paycheck. In cases when extra hours are authorized, overtime is paid in accordance with federal and Ohio law.

Location Requirements

• Mostly Remote: Work from home or wherever you’re most productive.

• Proximity to Franklin, OH: You must live within approximately 60 minutes of Franklin for occasional in-person meetups, training, collaborative sessions, or team luncheons/events (we like to have fun, too!).

Key Responsibilities

1. Website Building & SEO

• Build and maintain WordPress websites, ensuring fast load times and responsive design.

• Implement on-page SEO best practices (meta tags, keyword placement, etc.) and coordinate with our SEO strategy.

• Comfortable with funnel building.

2. Digital Advertising

• Assist in setting up, monitoring, and optimizing Google Ads and Meta/Facebook Ads campaigns.

• Collaborate with team members to refine targeting, budgeting, and creative to improve ROI.

• Comfortable with Email Marketing, SMS Marketing, and CRM management (like Go High Level).

3. Media Production & Editing

• Perform video editing (Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere, or similar) for social media clips, short ads, or longer promotional pieces.

• Handle photo editing and graphic design tasks using the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).

• Support content shoots or production tasks involving Canon Cinema camera workflows (as needed).

4. Content Creation & Social Media

• Draft and schedule social media posts across multiple platforms.

• Write or refine blog posts, marketing copy, or promotional materials as needed.

• Manage content calendars in tools like AirTable to ensure timely delivery and consistency.

5. Project Coordination

• Use project management tools (like AirTable) to track task progress and meet deadlines.

• Work closely with our team for direction—this role does not require client-facing interaction.

6. Quality Control & Innovation

• Proofread all output for branding consistency and accuracy.

• Proactively recommend new tools, plugins, or creative techniques to enhance efficiency and deliverables.

Bonus points if you’re experienced with ServiceTitan!!

Compensation & Employment Details

1. Weekly Salary

• A fixed salary covers your primary responsibilities and tasks.

2. Salaried, Non-Exempt Status

• You are classified as non-exempt, meaning you are eligible for overtime if overtime is pre-approved and exceeds 40 hours in a single workweek.

3. W-2 Employment

• This is a standard W-2 role, not 1099.

• All required federal, state, and local taxes will be withheld, and you’ll receive a W-2 at year-end.

4. Performance & Flexibility

• We focus on deliverables rather than hours. If you complete your work swiftly and maintain our quality standards, you’ll enjoy extra personal time.

• In instances when overtime is needed, we comply fully with Ohio and federal labor regulations.

5. Potential Bonuses

• After a set evaluation period (e.g., 3 months), you could become eligible for performance-based incentives tied to successful projects or overall company growth.

Additional Benefits

1. Paid Time Off

2. Professional Development

3. Flexible Scheduling

4. Optional Local Gym Membership

5. Growth Potential

• Opportunities may expand as our team grows—ranging from leading specialized projects to taking on more advanced media responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience:

• 1–3 years working with WordPress, SEO, and digital marketing.

• Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro X (or Adobe Premiere), AirTable, and mainstream social media platforms.

• Skills & Traits:

• Detail-oriented: Keen eye for design consistency and brand guidelines.

• Tech-savvy: Willing to troubleshoot technical issues on platforms like WordPress and Google Ads.

• Creative & Efficient: Able to brainstorm and execute fresh ideas without getting stuck in a prolonged project cycle.

• Self-Starter: Comfortable organizing your schedule and tasks independently.

• Always ready to grow.

• Location:

• Resides within 60 minutes of Franklin, Ohio, for occasional face-to-face team sessions.

Core Values

1. Colossians 3:23

We give our all because we believe our work has a bigger purpose.

2. Mission Mindset

We’re on a mission that truly matters, and we’re fired up about making a real impact.

3. Excellence in the Ordinary

We pay attention to the little details because small things done well add up to big results.

4. Family First

We work hard, but we always keep our families and personal lives in a healthy balance.

5. Courage Over Fear

We don’t let fear make decisions for us—doubt doesn't dictate our decisions.

6. Service-Focused Success

When we genuinely help people, the money takes care of itself.

7. Persevere Relentlessly

We stick with it until we see results—we don’t let the world shape us, we shape the world.

8. Positive Communication

We address problems privately and spread good words publicly.

9. Character Counts

Integrity is non-negotiable—it matters all the time, in every situation.

10. Ownership Attitude

We act like we own the place, taking responsibility and pride in everything we do.

11. Collective Reward

We celebrate wins together and handle losses together.

12. One Team

We’re more than employees; we’re teammates working toward shared goals.

Employment at Will

Employment with Riddell Studios is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, within the boundaries of federal and state law.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended as a general outline. Specific responsibilities and duties may evolve over time. We reserve the right to make changes consistent with the needs of the company and applicable laws.

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