Junior Marketing Specialist (Growth & Creative)

Junior Marketing Specialist (Growth & Creative)

Onsite M-F, 9am - 5:30 PM

Pay Range: $45,000 - $55,000

Role Summary

The Junior Marketing Specialist (Growth & Creative) is an entry-level, high-upside role designed for a self-starter eager to develop across multiple marketing disciplines. This position blends creative execution with strategic thinking, supporting the Marketing Manager in driving brand growth, dealer engagement, and revenue through digital and traditional channels.This individual will not just execute tasks—they will actively contribute ideas, test concepts, and help shape marketing direction. Core Objectives

• Support the execution and evolution of marketing initiatives across channels
• Develop creative assets that align with brand and sales goals
• Assist in growing social media presence and engagement
• Contribute to e-commerce optimization and promotional strategy
• Collaborate on marketing strategy, campaigns, and growth opportunities

Key Responsibilities

1. E-Commerce & Digital Merchandising

• Support website updates, product merchandising, and promotional setup
• Ensure product listings are visually and descriptively optimized
• Assist with campaign launches (Freedom Friday, Focus Weeks, etc.)
• Monitor performance and suggest improvements

2. Graphic Design & Creative Execution

• Design marketing assets including emails, banners, ads, and social content
• Maintain brand consistency across all visual outputs
• Assist in product-focused promotional design (flyers, dealer materials, campaigns)
• Continuously improve creative quality and performance based on feedback

3. Marketing Strategy & Growth Support

• Collaborate with the Marketing Director on campaign ideation
• Bring forward new ideas for promotions, content, and dealer engagement
• Assist in analyzing campaign performance and key metrics
• Support long-term growth initiatives and brand positioning

4. Social Media Management

• Plan, create, and schedule content across platforms
• Monitor engagement and interact with audience where appropriate
• Identify trends and opportunities within the shooting sports and outdoor industry
• Assist in developing campaign concepts and content series

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in marketing, preferably in the firearms, outdoor, or sporting goods industry.
• Understanding of brand development and digital marketing best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with a high degree of organization and diligence.
• Basic familiarity with marketing tools/platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Ads, email marketing tools, design software, Shopify, BigCommerce).
• Self-starter who works well in a team-focused and fast-paced environment.
• Passion for the industry and a solid understanding of its culture, language, and customer base.
• Preferred experience with photo/video production, content creation, or graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop/Illustrator).

Position PhilosophyThis role is built for someone who wants more than a task list. It is for an individual who wants to learn how marketing actually drives business growth—someone who is curious, driven, and ready to develop into a high-impact marketer.The expectation is simple: bring energy, bring ideas, and get better every day.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What interests you in this position with Orion Wholesale?

Experience:

• E-commerce: 1 year (Preferred)
• Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Graphic design: 1 year (Preferred)
• Social media management: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (Required)

Work Location: In person