Global Marketing Director

Position Description:

RealNetworks Inc. is a leading creator of digital media services and software such as Rhapsody, RealArcade, and RealPlayer. Consumers use our services and software to find, play, purchase, and manage free and premium digital music, games and videos. Broadcasters, media companies, network operators, and other enterprises use our products ands services to manage and deliver digital media to personal computers, mobile phones, and other consumer electronic devices.This position is responsible for leading the brand management and product marketing functions for our mobile and new platform teams. Responsibilities include team building, strategic planning, product positioning, marketing plans, advertising, PR, promotions, event marketing, and sales support. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions: % of Time1. Managing internal and external resources (including agencies, media, licensees, etc.) to implement marketing programs throughout life cycle of products. 30%2. Partnering with Sales to maximize support of all titles. Working with Channel Marketing to develop and execute effective channel marketing programs. 30%3. Working with International counterparts to ensure consistency and gain economies from worldwide product launches. 20%4. Driving category and product-specific market research (including focus groups, web surveys, etc.). Lead category/product planning and greenlight process. 10%5. Partnering with Production to tailor product design and scope to meet market needs.10%RealNetworks, Inc is proud to offer our full time employees an extensive benefits package, including vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, an employee stock purchase program and subsidized commuting options. Additional benefits include our charitable matching program, learning and development programs, employee wellness plans and more.

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Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Minimum:Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the business (i.e., sales, development, administration and marketing).Must possess a strong work ethic and enjoy working in an extremely fast paced environment. Ability to hire, manage and mentor a high performance team.Education, Certification, and/or Training:Minimum:Bachelor’s degree required. BA in marketing or equivalent experience in a youth-oriented consumermarketing company. Preferred:MBA Experience:Minimum:Minimum of 5-8 years relevant marketing experience. Prefer entertainment experience from mobile,online, or game industries. New product launch experience required.