Sample Marketing Resume

Marketing is a branch of management which is indispensable for any organization, corporation or venture. Even if the organization is quite old and well established, marketing is a must for it. Now, if you don't want to make profits and survive in the ever growing competition, then that is a different story and then you won't need to market your products. A marketing professional has quite tough targets set for him. This profession is not for the weak ones. You need to be thick skinned to be successful here. One of the most important aspects required is good presentation. Since your resume is an important part of your presentation, it is imperative that you write a great resume. This sample helps you to do so.

Billy Cox
712, College Building
Hot Springs, AR, 63278
(684) 473- 8394
billy.cox@email.com

OBJECTIVE

Obtain marketing / management position in music industry.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Experienced promotions director for three national web sites focusing on new and upcoming musical acts. All types of music covered from various perspectives
Thorough knowledge of music promotions specializing in Internet and radio campaigns for newly released albums and singles
Ability to communicate on various levels with advertisers, artists, corporate clients and media contacts
Capable of layout and design work
Experienced in digital imaging, including pixel editing with Adobe Photoshop and digital half toning
Proficient in copywriting

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Promoted three times in one year period to Vice President In Charge of Marketing at rockyourworld.com. Responsible for increasing article submission from area freelance contributing writers. Edited and provided additional creative guidance to contributors. Initiated various promotion campaigns involving live music acts in coordination with local radio and television stations
Successfully launched promotional web site geared toward local rock bands in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Focused promotions, link exchanges and advertising toward regional exposure. Traffic increase of over 700% in first year. Response surveys indicates successful regional penetration
Awarded designing woman of year award, (1997), for original artwork and marketing campaign content geared toward promotion of non profit classical music concerts in Newark-Delaware region

EXPERIENCE
Bangyourdrum.net, Philadelphia, PA June 1998 to Present

Web Site Manager / Editor - Chief editor for rock band promotions company. Responsible for article submission, editing and tour information updates for 38 bands. All site promotional material including photographs, animation and music files are submitted for edits and proof reading prior to release to site.

Infinity Outdoor Boards, Wastewater, MD May 1996 to May 1998

Promotions Liaison - Principal marketing consultant for outdoor billboard promotions company. Inventory of 1,100+ boards extending from Washington DC to Albany, New York. Initiated promotional campaigns for various regional retailers and business concerns. Implemented myriad board rotation strategies to maximize exposure over geographic areas of 5-100 square miles. Extensive use of survey data and demographic analysis for targeted marketing efforts.

Braindrain Music, Buffalo, NY January 1996 to May 1996

Promotions Editor - Wrote various promotions for area concert tours. Introduced company to concept of on line marketing with regional and potentially national focus. Outlined marketing plan for Internet sales campaign in conjunction with area cable television and radio spots.

EDUCATION
University of Maryland, Bertam, MD December 1996
B.S. Liberal Arts, Computer Graphics Minor.

Sample Marketing Resume 2

A sample resume, such as the one provided here, helps the candidates applying for the position in preparing an august resume. We also hope that our readers will take advantage of this and benefit from it. This sample is about an applicant who has previous experience of working as a sales clerk and now wants to enter the marketing field. Primarily, the marketing is calling which can be followed by only the skilled few. Many have tried and failed; while others stay here only out of necessity. But those who possess the skills required; really succeed here and go a long way. These include great communication skills, interpersonal skills, awareness of the market, dexterity, thinking on your feet and many more.

Blaine Tran
327, Jasper ST,
North Little Rock, AR, 23462
(895) 865- 7482
blaine@email.com

Objective

To obtain a marketing position in a consulting firm.

Education
The University of Mississippi University, MS
Bachelor of Business Administration May 2001 Major: Marketing, Minor: International Business Overall GPA: 3.0, Major GPA: 3.3

Honors and Activities

Dean's Honor Roll
Chancellor's Leadership Team
Student Wellness Committee
Associated Student Body
Phi Gamma Nu Leadership Award
Rotary Club Scholarship
Phi Gamma Nu Secretary
Student Programming Board

Work Experience University Hallmark Oxford, MS
Sales Clerk January 2000 - Present

Successfully perform managerial duties during manager's absence
Train new employees and conduct company and product orientations
Calculate and transmit weekly sales reports to headquarters
Conduct monthly inventory/audit of product

Campus Book Mart Oxford, MS Merchandiser February 1999 - December 1999

Designed and scheduled advertisements for publication in local newspaper
Created seasonal product displays
Recorded and filed all accounting paperwork
Maintained efficient inventory of company products for resale

Most States Insurance Jackson, MS Sales Intern June 1998 - August 1998

Proposed travel expense budget for summer assignments
Maintained accurate record of travel expenses within budget allowance
Compiled, edited, and recorded customer profiles
Conducted professional presentations to prospective clients

Volunteer Experience
North Mississippi Regional Center Oxford, MS
Placement Coordinator Volunteer August 1998 - February 1999

Served as career counselor for disabled residents
Provided individualized assistance to each client with resume composition and interview skills
Assisted residents in formulating survival skills to aid in the transition into the workforce
Monitored and assessed each client's progress.

Computer Skills
Quattro Pro, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Lotus 1-2-3, Microsoft Word, Electronic Mail

References
Available on request.

Sample Marketing Resume 3

A marketing person is mainly responsible for spreading a good word about the products of the organization he is employed in, if we put it simply. Actually, advertising can be called as a part of marketing, one of its tools. It is very important how you market your products, because your competitors are just waiting for a chance to undermine your products. Also since there are so many brands of the same products, it is impossible to make profits without a good marketing team working for you. A marketing salesman has to work in a tight schedule and achieve gargantuan targets. Also, he has to be able to deal with stubborn clients. Most important is not to get disheartened by failures or rejections.

Jaxon Boone
328, 5th North Ave,
Denver, CO, 54875
(217) 495- 7382
jaxon.boome@email.com

OBJECTIVE

A marketing position using my leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

EDUCATION
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
B.S. Agricultural, Resource, and Managerial Economics, May 1997
3.26 GPA Dean's List
Ho-Nun-De-Kah, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Honor Society

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE
Leadership

Supervised all store operations during Manager's absence
Arranged and directed two marketing events for Agway
Trained employees in the mortgage processing department
Elected New Student Directory editor; determined Directory's content, layout, and format
Selected company to publish Directory
Directed and organized canned food drive for the Red Cross
Organized and motivated 50+ volunteers for service projects

Communication

Assisted hundreds of Agway customers in the areas of gardening and pet supplies
Negotiated publishing company contracts with professionals for the Directory
Interacted with local and regional Red Cross offices
Motivated over 40 shoppers to donate canned foods
Aided customers by providing loan pay-off figures, payments, interest, and credit data

Initiative

Remerchandised several department sections to help improve consumer sales
Reorganized process for receiving feedback on New Student Directory
Devised efficient method for recycling paper for mortgage processing department
Designed poster that aided in recruiting new fraternity members

Analysis

Prepared, conducted, and analyzed customer service survey for Agway
Created managerial accounting budget using Lotus 1-2-3
Organized and analyzed credit reports and verifications of deposits, loans, and employment
Conducted research to locate check information

EMPLOYMENT

Management Intern, Agway Inc., Concord, MA
Mortgage Processor, Compass Bank, Bedford, MA
Loan Servicing Clerk, Compass Bank, Bedford, MA
Deposit Services Clerk, National Bank of Fairhaven, Acton, MA

CAMPUS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES
Alpha Phi Omega: Concessions Chair, Sunshine Co-Chair
Chairperson of the American Red Cross Canned Food and Blood Drive
Cornell Symphony Orchestra
Dickson Hall Senate Member