What is a Marketing Consultant?

Created by Kayla McDonald, Modified on Wed, 2 Oct at 11:24 AM by Kayla McDonald

Marketing Consultants research marketing trends and data. Provides expert information regarding promotions, branding, media channels, and other key information for marketing success. Guides the implementation of marketing strategies for various products and services.


Marketing Consultant Job Duties may include:


  • Works as an independent consultant or as part of a consultancy firm to provide marketing expertise to clients 


  • Researches industries, markets, demographics, trends, sales results, and other data related to the client's products or services 


  • Analyses details of competitor offerings, including specifications, market share, pricing, and promotional materials 


  • Creates detailed reports with research findings and analysis to inform marketing strategies 


  • Provides written documents and verbal presentations for each client to guide the creation of new marketing plans and strategies 


  • Recommends specific marketing approaches and spending budgets to achieve the client's desired sales goals 


  • Helps come up with new product and service offerings to increase shares in new or existing markets 


  • Assists marketing managers and directors in coming up with focused branding, positioning, and marketing tools for each product or service 


  • Works within the client's budget to produce effective promotional materials and advertising opportunities


  • Tracks sales and feedback and adjusts marketing strategies as necessary 


  • Establishes marketing tracking methods to help each client evaluate performance over time

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