Online Marketing Job Skills in Demand February 2017

Digital Marketing / 1 minute of reading

Social media skills continue to dominate employer requirements according to the most recent OMCP report of Online Marketing Skills Demand. However, the rate of occurrence of the social media skill requirements is nearly half of the rate last measured in June of 2016.  The greatest growth is in the requirement for marketing data science/big data skills, jumping from 0.72% of full-time marketing jobs in April 2016 to 4.24% in 2017.  As forecast in April 2016, marketers who wish to respond to this trend should consider boosting big data analysis and data science skills. […]

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Upcoming Conferences for Digital Marketing

Digital Marketing, Events / 1 minute of reading

We’d like to see you at at least one of the next two conferences where OMCP instructors or committee members will be teaching.  Earn PDUs for attending or speaking.  Come join us? February 27-28, 2017 in San Francisco:  IEN’s Digital Marketing 101&102 features OMCP Certified Trainers and is approved for OMCP PDUs for certification renewal. OMCP Certified Trainers at this conference include Jennifer Evans Cario, Philippa Gamse, and Lyena Solomon. Opening remarks will come from OMCP Director, Michael Stebbins.  Topics at this conference cover SEO, Social Media, PPC, Web analytics, Email

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How to Get the Most Out of OMCP

Digital Marketing / 5 minutes of reading

A standard should not be maintained in secret, but instead must be built, and used, by the community it serves. OMCP follows that credo, but we also believe participants should get far more from OMCP than they put in.  OMCP serves the online marketing industry by providing the resources below — often free.  So, to heighten awareness of how to get the most out of OMCP, here are some of our ‘deliverables’ and steps to obtain them for each of you:  Hiring Managers, Talent Managers, Marketing Managers Authors, Experts, Thought-Leaders, Instructors Educators,

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SEO Keyword Research with Matt Bailey – Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast from OMCP

Digital Marketing, Podcasts / 21 minutes of reading

What are the core practices for choosing keywords for your SEO campaigns?  What are the resources we should focus on?  Author expert Matt Bailey shares SEO best practices for keyword research in this OMCP podcast. The OMCP Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast is where top authors and industry leaders share authoritative best practices in online marketing which are covered by the OMCP standard, competencies, and exams.  This is an OMCP pilot program that may continue based on member interest and support.  Stay subscribed to the OMCP newsletter to get new episodes. Episode

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Content Marketing Video Optimization on YouTube with Greg Jarboe – Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast from OMCP

Digital Marketing, Podcasts / 23 minutes of reading

What are the core practices for video marketing?  How do we optimize for discovery, watch time, and shares?  How do we engage influencers?  Author expert Greg Jarboe shares video marketing best practices in this OMCP podcast. The OMCP Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast is where top authors and industry leaders share authoritative best practices in online marketing which are covered by the OMCP standard, competencies, and exams.  This is an OMCP pilot program that may continue based on member interest and support.  Stay subscribed to the OMCP newsletter to get new episodes. Episode

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Practice Exams for OMCA and OMCP are Live

Digital Marketing, News / 1 minute of reading

Practice assessments are now live for preparation for OMCA and OMCP exams.  In early testing we’ve seen significant correlation between practice assessment scores and scores on the certification exams.  Fee is $15 per practice assessment.  Visit exams.omcp.org and see how you do.   What to Expect: Start your OMCA Practice Exam here.  The exam assessment comprises 18-22 questions, is served online non-proctored, and must be completed in 60 minutes from start. Candidates will see two+ questions from each discipline: SEO, digital advertising (PPC), social media, conversion rate optimization, web analytics, content

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Email Marketing Compliance – Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast from OMCP

Podcasts / 9 minutes of reading

What do we need to know to stay in compliance with email marketing regulations?   What’s the difference between a transactional message and a  message with commercial intent?  What are best practices for maintaining our lists and subscription management?   OMCP’s Michael Stebbins shares best practices in this podcast/article. The OMCP Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast is where top authors and industry leaders share authoritative best practices in online marketing which are covered by the OMCP standard, competencies, and exams.  This is an OMCP pilot program that may continue based on member

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SEO Link Building with Debra Mastaler – – Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast from OMCP

Digital Marketing, Podcasts / 36 minutes of reading

What is the value of an SEO link?  When can a link cause more damage than good?  What are some common and alternative ways to get links for SEO? Author expert Debra Mastaler shares best practices with OMCP in this podcast. The OMCP Online Marketing Best Practices Podcast is where top authors and industry leaders share authoritative best practices in online marketing which are covered by the OMCP standard, competencies, and exams.  This is an OMCP pilot program that may continue based on member interest and support.  Stay subscribed to the OMCP

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Educator Meetup: Social Media Curriculum Comparison, November 17, 2016

Events, News, Registered Education Providers / 1 minute of reading

What will tomorrow’s graduates know about online marketing? On Thursday November 17, 2016, five educators will share their social media curriculum and how it complies or differs from OMCP standards. Presenters include Bryant & Stratton,  Duke University, Colorado Technical University, Simplilearn Training,  and Broward College.   OMCP will be facilitating this grass-roots meetup with the following goals in mind: Create a non-competitive connection among academic program managers to share best practices for online marketing training programs Capture new trends and requirements for consideration by the OMCP Standards Committee Solicit comments from hiring managers as to the efficacy

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Wanted: OMCP Certified Instructors, Speakers, Adjunct Professors

Jobs / 2 minutes of reading

There is always a need for instructors who have proven knowledge of online marketing and from time to time OMCP will alert members and certified professionals of opportunities.   Here are two  requests that came in just last week.  Stay subscribed to the OMCP newsletter to see new openings. Adjunct Instructor – Digital Marketing Bryant & Stratton College is hiring! We have 18 campuses, plus an online spread throughout New York, Ohio, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Come join a growing and innovative higher education institution that values you! Summary: Bryant &

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