Marketing Marksman

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Username: MarketingMarksman
Minimum Hourly Rate: $50/hr
Location: Canada, Alberta, Calgary

Summary

Since 1991, Marketing Marksman has helped clients worldwide transform their stagnant marketing from a pointless expense into a profitable investment by emphasizing "the persuasive power of precision". For over 15 years, we have created powerful promotions that stand out, seize interest, and stimulate sales.

From Calgary, Canada to Chelyabinsk, Russia; spanning Europe from England to the Czech Republic; in the USA, Asia, and across Australia from Perth to Melbourne: all around the world Marketing Marksman has created compelling marketing that is "Precise, Persuasive, Practical, Profitable" (i.e. our trademark Four P's of Promotion).

We are proud to report that our 15-year track record of success and satisfied customers is nearly 100%.

Please browse our Elance Profile, read our numerous Client Testimonials, explore our large Marketing Portfolio, learn about our unique and innovative ‘marksman’ approach to marketing, and take advantage of our free Marketing Consultation.

Experience

Skills

Self-rated
Tested More Info
Elance Admission Test
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Advertising Skills
Advertisment & Graphics Design
Creative Writing, Copywriting & Copy Editing
Marketing Campaigns & Advertising
Marketing Management

About Us

Profile Type: Business
Year Founded: 1991
Number of Employees: 9 or fewer
Launched Business: September 1, 1991
Incorporated Business: July 18, 2002
Launched Website: September 3, 2006
Joined iFreelance: February 10, 2007
Joined Elance: October 17, 2007
Became Active at Elance: June 1, 2008

Number of Employees: 6 - 10
Location: Calgary, Alberta (AB) Canada
Able to Work Onsite: Yes

THE MARKETING MARKSMAN DIFFERENCE

We believe that marketing is meant to be a profitable investment, not a pointless expense. For every dollar spent, you should expect to earn your money back plus a decent profit. We are committed to getting results for our clients by creating powerfully persuasive and professional marketing that is Credible, Convincing, Cost-Effective, and Clever (i.e. our trademark Four C's of Campaigning).

We explain it this way: you don't hire a dry cleaner to "try" and clean your suit, you pay them because they are an expert at what they do and can get results. This should be true for marketing, despite the fact that most "so-called" expert don't feel that way.

OUR QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

I am a trained and certified, full-time, professional marketing specialist with a vast portfolio of advertising accomplishments. I have a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm) degree from one of Canada's Top Universities, over a decade of experience, including the successful launch / re-launch of many businesses and products in many industries and countries.

Marketing Marksman is a full-time, full-service ad agency. My talented team and I are fully qualified to help you with marketing research & strategy, product positioning, graphics, advertising, direct marketing, website design, search engine optimization & marketing (SEO & SEM), or any other marketing service you may need now or in the future as your business prospers.

THE PERIL OF PREFERRING AN EAGER AMATEUR

In stark contrast, most "self-proclaimed" marketing experts you will find prowling around the web have no formal training, no real world experience, and do it as a part-time hobby from their basement to earn extra money. No qualified experts would be willing or could possibly work for $10 per hour no matter what they say.

While overly friendly and frugal freelancers are tempting, marketing is too vital to the survival and success of your business to be trusted to an eager, economical, fly-by-night amateur. Just read the tragic story of what happened to Five Star Publications Inc. and see for yourself: http://www.ifreelance.com/provider/reviews.aspx?providerid=26137

MARKETING PORTFOLIO & WEBSITE

The best way to assess our track record is to browse our Elance portfolio. It provides clear, concrete examples of what we have accomplished in the past and what we can accomplish for you in the future. If you want even more proof of our expertise and achievements visit our large 70 plus page website. There you can explore our online Marketing Portfolio with over a hundred images, read our Client Testimonials, or listen to our free online Audio Marketing Seminar.

OUR PROFILE AT IFREELANCE.COM

While Marketing Marksman is fairly new to Elance and only began active pursuing project just recently, we have been a member of iFreelance since February 10, 2007. In that time, we have become their most successful marketing provider with the most completed projects, the most reviews, and the most hits to our Profile Page. As of October 1, 2008: we have 14 successfully completed projects, 8 reviews average 9.8 out of 10, and over twenty-two thousands hit to our Profile page.

> see it for yourself right now at http://www.ifreelance.com/pro/18311

ARRANGE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION

We offer a completely free Marketing Consultation that is 100% no-pressure and no- obligation. We can discuss one-on-one how Marketing Marksman can help you achieve your business objectives. Don't delay, contact me right now to schedule your free consultation. I look forward to helping your business become a phenomenal success, Andrew!

Payment Terms

2008 STANDARD SERVICE RATE

Marketing Marksman's 2008 Standard Service Rate for Elance clients is $50.00 per hour Canadian Dollars (CAD). This equates to approximately $50 United States Dollars (USD) and approximately 32 Euros depending on current currency exchange rates (Source XE Online Converter).

For comprehensive Currency Conversation of over 200 international monies visit XE.COM Online Currency Converter (http://www.xe.com/ucc/full).


POTENTIAL SERVICE DISCOUNTS

In some circumstances, Marketing Marksman offers discount to qualifying marketing projects:

Discounts may be available for Large Projects or especially interesting marketing challenges. Discounts may also be available for Non-Profit Organizations, charities, and other humanitarian businesses. Payment partly by Hourly Fee and partly by percentage of Gross Revenue may also be negotiable for products with a great potential for long-term success.

MARKETING PROJECTS PAID FOR IN-FULL AND IN-ADVANCE OF THEIR START DATE ALWAYS RECEIVE A 20% DISCOUNT!!!

For More Info See > http://www.marketingmarksman.com/HighRes/promotion.htm


METHODS OF PAYMENT

Payments can be made to Marketing Marksman with cash, cheque, and money order such as Western Union or MoneyGram. Marketing Marksman can also accept payments with credit card or debit card online through (via) PayPal or Moneybookers in the UK. We also accept Interac Email Money Transfers.


PAYMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS

- For Projects Under $1000.00 (CAD) standard policy is a 50% down payment and 50% upon completion of the project.

- For Projects $1000.00 (CAD) or Greater standard policy is a minimum of 20% down payment, the remainder in equal weekly installments as the work progresses.

- For Example, standard policy for a $10,000 project performed over 8 weeks would be a $2000 down payment with the remaining $8000 paid at $1000 per week for the next 8 week.

- Please make Cheques Payable to "Marketing Marksman".

- International Clients are required to pay in Canadian (CAD) or American (USD) dollars unless otherwise negotiated.

- Currency Conversation Service Charges will apply to payments made in currencies other than Canadian (CAD) or American (USD) dollars.

- Normal ongoing Office & Administration expenses are included in the quoted Hourly Rated and not charged extra.

- All applicable Project Related Expenses (if any) are extra and not included in the quoted Hourly Rate, such as travel.

- The Client's Approval will be obtained in writing before any Project Related Expenses are incurred on the client's behalf.

- Canadian Clients are required to pay the applicable GST and PST sales taxes for their Province or Territory.

- International Clients are not required to pay Canada Sales Taxes according to present Canadian Law.

- Interest will be charged on any amount unpaid after the 'Payment Due Date' at 18% per annum, which is calculated daily, and both compounded and billed to the Client monthly at the end of each month.

- If any Amount Goes Unpaid for three consecutive calendar months Marketing Marksman may terminate any further work on the project, confiscate and/or destroy work done, and recruit a lawyer or collection agency to assist in securing payment.

- We reserve the right to require proof of Credit Worthiness before offering a payment plan and to refuse to offer finance.


FOR MORE PURCHASE & PAYMENT INFORMATION

For your convenience, the PURCHASE & PAYMENT section of our website describes in comprehensive detail our ordering policies, procedures, and options:

Services Rates > www.marketingmarksman.com/HighRes/purchase.htm

Payment Terms > www.marketingmarksman.com/HighRes/payment.htm

Using PayPal > www.marketingmarksman.com/HighRes/paypal.htm

Feel free to call or email us if you have any questions.

These Services Rates, Discounts, and Terms are valid for the year 2008 Exclusively and may be amended without prior notification.

Detailed Service Description

In many industries, for many goods and services we have created marketing that stands out, seizes interest, and stimulates sales.

These industries including education, health and fitness, home furnishings, legal services, luxury goods, office equipment, personal development, pet supplies, photography, sporting goods, technology, travel and tourism ... you name it ... and we probably have already successfully marketed it.

The main marketing services we provide are Marketing Research & Strategy, Product Positioning, Marketing Materials Design including website and graphics design, and Marketing Campaign Planning and Execution.

Some popular services include: Ad Campaigns, Branding, Direct Response Marketing, Event Marketing, Internet Marketing, Lead Generation, New Product Launching, Outdoor Marketing, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Tradeshow Exhibition ... you name it ... and we probably can do it.

... But you don't have to take our word for it ...

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS & OUR PROVEN TRACK RECORD

After over 15 years of helping companies achieve their marketing objectives, here is what business owners are saying about Marketing Marksman:

"Outstanding knowledge and service. Top of his field. Thanks Andrew!"
Associative Creative, Woodstock, Ontario, Canada (2008)

"Working with Marketing Marksman was truly an enjoyable and educational experience, and they are the best at what they do. They are very professional with a passion for marketing that makes their clients money. They intuitively understood our target market and exactly what image we wanted to convey with our new, modern and up-to-date company logo. We are all thrilled with the final logo design. We will not hesitate to use Marketing Marksman again in the future or recommend them to others!"
G. R. Edwards Systems, Manhattan, New York, USA (2008)

"We were so impressed with Andrew's work on the Introduction Letter project we advertised for that we asked him to create fifteen pages of new content for our website. Andrew did a fantastic job on our project. We would highly recommend him, & will use him again in the future. He really investigated the topic & it showed in his work. The effort & detail was what really impressed us. Thanks again Andrew."
Long Life Images, Victoria, Australia (2007)

"Marketing Marksman identified the most profitable way to position our product in the way that our customers should choose our product among any other alternative ... Marketing Marksman proved to be an excellent branding specialist."
Umnitsa Co., Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation (2007)

"Marketing Marksman conducted sweeping research, and wrote a critical audit of our current marketing strategy and an all new Marketing Action Plan for our brand that encompassed changing product positioning, pricing and packaging, marketing materials and website revisions ... Andrew's astute counsel helped put us on the right track and we are happy with his work."
Amerax European Imports (Self-Regulatory-Organization), Europe (2006)

Marketing Marksman "created very good promotional materials for me based on a no quick fix image as a way of standing apart from the overwhelming competition most of whom claim you can achieve fantastic result with no effort or will power ... Using Marketing Marksman's promotional materials have had good sales results and I would enthusiastically recommend Andrew to anybody."
Fitness Freedom, Vancouver, BC, Canada (1998)

EVEN MORE TESTIMONIALS & LETTERS OF REFERENCE ARE AVAILABLE AT...

> http://www.marketingmarksman.com/HighRes/testimonials.htm

> http://www.ifreelance.com/provider/detail.aspx?providerid=18311

HIT THE TARGET EVERY TIME WITH MARKETING MARKSMAN!

Copyright © 2006: All Rights Reserved. This text is reprinted at Elance from the Marketing Marksman website with permission. For copyright / trademark information & inquires, see: http://www.marketingmarksman.com/legal.htm

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The University of Calgary, Bachelor of Commerce
Awarded: 1995
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