{"id":9355,"date":"2020-11-26T14:09:06","date_gmt":"2020-11-26T14:09:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monsterindia.com\/career-advice\/thinking-of-a-digital-marketing-job-these-6-options-are-the-best-9355\/"},"modified":"2024-05-02T16:41:13","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T11:11:13","slug":"thinking-of-a-digital-marketing-job-these-6-options-are-the-best","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foundit.sg\/career-advice\/thinking-of-a-digital-marketing-job-these-6-options-are-the-best\/","title":{"rendered":"Thinking of a Digital Marketing Job? These 6 Options are the Best!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/media.monsterindia.com\/cmsimages\/1606379598.jpg\" alt=\"digital marketing jobs- monster Singapore\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">The world is moving online at a breakneck speed. The impact of COVID-19 has accelerated this digital-first shift. Enterprises not looking beyond traditional marketing methods will collapse and fade into the abyss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/outlook\/216\/100\/digital-advertising\/worldwide#market-revenue\">Statista<\/a>, global spending on digital platforms is expected to be close to $350 Million in 2020. As this market grows exponentially, so will the jobs available for digital marketing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">In this upbeat scenario, let us look at what careers are available in digital marketing and how you can benefit from these trends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">This article talks about the skills, job responsibilities and experience you require for different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com.sg\/search\/digital-marketing-jobs\">jobs in digital marketing<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong> Website Designer<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">To run any successful digital marketing campaign, a great website is of utmost importance. A website designer is responsible for creating the website from usability and visual perspectives. They are typically an IT professional with a flair for visual experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">A website designer can be classified as a front-end or a backend designer. The front-end designer is responsible for the graphical interface of the website using tools like CSS, HTML, and JavaScript. A backend designer is responsible for ensuring seamless communication between the server, database, and application. The average base pay for a web designer in Singapore is S$ 3,000 per month.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong> Email Automation &amp; Email Marketing Specialist\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">Probably one of the oldest digital marketing jobs, email marketing and automation is still the bread and butter of digital marketing. It involves creating and executing the company\u2019s email marketing strategy, including email automation, landing pages, and target optimization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">The main goal of an email marketer is to engage and convert prospects into paying customers. Email marketing jobs are in great demand as it is considered to have one of the highest ROIs.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong> Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">SEO specialists are responsible for the planning and implementation of an SEO strategy. SEO is used to improve the visibility of the webpage in different search engines. The higher the ranking, the greater the visibility of the brand, products, and services that a company has to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">A good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com.sg\/search\/search-engine-optimization-jobs\">SEO specialist<\/a> should have a mix of marketing, technical, and analytics skills. They will have to stay abreast of the latest web trends, ranking algorithms, and marketing strategies. Their primary responsibility for this marketing job lies in driving traffic to the website. The average base pay of an SEO specialist is S$ 3,100 per month.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong> Content Marketing Specialist\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">A content marketing specialist is one of the most important digital marketing jobs in an organization. The creation of crisp, engaging, and differentiated content is the primary responsibility. Content can take many forms like articles, whitepapers, videos, blogs, datasheets, and the likes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">The position requires a flair for writing, keeping a lookout for trends, researching, and working closely with both technical and business teams. Having a degree in communications, journalism, or English is a big boost for stepping into the shoes of a content writer. The average base pay of a content specialist is S$ 3,100 per month.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong> Graphic Designer<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com.sg\/search\/graphic-designer-jobs\">graphic designer<\/a> works to create graphic designs, images, illustrations, videos, and webpages. You could join an agency, work with the communications team of large brands, or offer freelance services. A bachelor\u2019s degree is usually required, along with proficiency in software tools like Adobe Illustrator, CorelDraw, or Sketch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">Being a creative designer can lead you to your dream digital marketing job in companies that you have always aspired for. However, you should be prepared to learn constantly, have a thorough understanding of design principles, and have an abundance of creativity. The average base pay of a creative designer is S$ 3,350 per month.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"6\">\n<li>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong> Social Media Marketing Specialist<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">The rise of social media in our daily lives has left an indelible imprint in the business world as well. Social media marketing jobs involve using various social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram to build the brand, attract audiences, increase sales, and drive website traffic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">As a social media marketing specialist, you will be expected to gain followers on social media, promote the brand, and measure and analyze the company\u2019s engagement metrics. You will require a strong understanding of social media platforms, be tech-savvy, and have an overall grasp of the company\u2019s messaging and target audiences. The average base pay of a social media marketing specialist is S$ 3,600 per month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">Digital marketing jobs are transforming from being a master-of-all to specialized focus areas. While some aspects of digital marketing can be automated, for the most part, it requires human-thinking and creativity. The more experience you add, the better your chances of landing your dream job \u2013 one that you enjoy, has plenty of growth, and pays well!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\">Digital marketing is here to stay. As our lives get more intertwined online, opting for a career in digital marketing is a smart, future-proof decision. While there are various options, it is important to choose wisely, based on your interests and skillset.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong>You may also like: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com.sg\/career-advice\/5-reasons-to-upgrade-your-skills-to-take-your-career-to-the-next-level\/\">5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Skills to Take Your Career to the Next Level<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com.sg\/career-advice\/tips-and-ideas-to-set-up-a-home-office-you-love\/\">Tips and Ideas to Set Up a Home Office You Love<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"> Pic Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@clarktibbs\">Clarks Tibbs<\/a>|Unsplash<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The world is moving online at a breakneck speed. The impact of COVID-19 has accelerated this digital-first shift. Enterprises not looking beyond traditional marketing methods will collapse and fade into the abyss. According to Statista, global spending on digital platforms is expected to be close to $350 Million in 2020. 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