Case Study

Mountain Dew: Always On Gaming 2024

Overview

Mtn Dew and Gamers have a long history of partnering to level up their gaming experience. In 2024 Mtn Dew wanted to go bigger and ensure their loyal Gamers fans had the opportunity to take advantage of the rewards and offers that can only come from the Mtn Dew team. Launching in Feb 2024, fans of Mtn Dew could find alphanumeric Unique Codes on participating Mtn Dew and Sodastream Products, visit MtnDewGaming.com, and enter their unique codes to earn points and redeem for exclusive gear and in-game rewards. Not only that, but each month Dew opened up the Vault and released exclusive gear for a limited time. Mtn Dew knows that driving consumer engagement and repeat purchase is key to helping stay competitive and continually reach their sales targets, and drawing from past experience, no other tactic has shown more success for both consumers and Mtn Dew than on-pack unique code programs. Gamers love them, feel immersed in the program, and can see the results and impact of their purchase – not to mention and use their points to collect their favorite gear, upgrade their gameplay, and level up in-game faster.

On-pack Unique Code Generation, Security, Distribution, and Validation

MRi’s Director of Digital Strategy and Software Development says it best when it comes to on-pack unique code programs, “Generating high volumes of unique data, without duplication, and organized into smaller segments, with formats specific to each supplier and vendor, takes careful planning and consideration…otherwise you open up your brand to errors and, ultimately, a poor consumer experience…”  PepsiCo and Mtn Dew know this, and have long-established and strict standards for how games and on-pack unique codes are managed in their system, with MRi acting as the trusted and most reliable company to help them maintain their standards over an entire supply chain. These programs are more than just generating unique codes – it relies on an entire system, created with a high level of security and oversight, to ensure Mtn Dew brands, suppliers, and most importantly their consumers, are receiving exactly what they are promised. 

Year-Long Production Planning

MRi team has deep experience when it comes to managing a long-running on-pack unique code program. Even more so than a standard promotion, quality and consistency must be maintained over many months and different production runs. As part of our process, we work closely with Mtn Dew brand and procurement teams, and their production suppliers, to understand and communicate how orders and production will take place, and ensure that each supplier receives their data and unique code file on-time to avoid any downtime in production or stoppage. This consistency and planning gives the Mtn Dew brand piece of mind and allows them to focus on the consumer experience and program success.

MRi SERVICES:

  • Unique Code Generation of over 1.1 BILLION Codes across multiple SKUs
  • Distribution to 20+ production suppliers
  • Security of unique codes through MRi’s proprietary system
  • Product and Sample reviews to ensure quality during program
  • Reporting and Analysis of program redemption

Program live at www.mtndewgaming.com. Results coming in January 2025!

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Systems and Network Administrator

About Us

Marketing Resources, Inc. is a leading promotional marketing agency that specializes in purpose-driven promotions. With over 25 years in the business, MRi helps brands Identify, Develop, Execute, and Analyze promotions and marketing projects that consumers love. We’re a team full of committed, passionate, solutions-driven, hands-on, and innovative individuals who collaborate to bring success to our client’s programs.

Overview

The System and Network Administrator plays a critical role on the MRi Digital team, and overall in the success of our company. They are responsible for the day-to-day administration and technical support of complex Linux servers, Virtual Infrastructure and Systems Management, and maintenance and support of end-user systems. You’ll be working closely with our teams on client projects and making sure our internal systems are updated and secure. 

Our ideal candidate will be proactive, have great organizational skills, not shy away from communication with our teams, think through and help solve different problems, and gain an understanding of our business to help our team achieve amazing results.

In this role, we’re looking for that person who does not accept average.

You will help us create the best digital, promotions, products, and campaigns to achieve our client’s marketing goals. MRi takes pride in our ability to constantly push the boundaries of development in the digital promotions space, and you will take an active role in working closely with our client services, business development, creative, and project management team to guide, develop, and deliver exceptional work for our clients and partners.

Our ideal candidate will be proactive, have great organizational skills, not shy away from communication with our teams, think through and help solve different problems, and gain an understanding of our business to help our team achieve amazing results.

Responsibilities May Include

  • Design, install, configure, upgrade, maintain, monitor, and tune performance of Linux-based servers and infrastructure, both internal and client-related promotions.
  • Provide support for problems and issues that come up from our clients, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Examine and audit various server logs and determine if any corrective action is required.
  • Review releases of new operating systems and evaluate the implementation in the enterprise.
  • Install, configure, and maintain server firewall and other security software.
  • Identify and provide technical resolution for potential security breaches, then establish and monitor security and apply appropriate fixes.
  • Implement and maintain technical solutions for disaster recovery and business continuity of enterprise and client systems.
  • Select the ideal server hardware for the company’s needs and administer physical server hardware, including repair and replacement of parts as necessary.
  • Monitor and maintain proper end-user system security by ensuring operating systems and software are up-to-date and applying patches as necessary.
  • Maintenance and support of all end-user service accounts including Office365, Google Workspace, hosted VoIP accounts.

The Essentials

  • 1-2 years of experience in Linux server administration in a small to midsize environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree or minimum 4 years of related work experience.
  • Able to effectively plan, deploy and administer Linux servers in an enterprise environment.
  • Strong familiarity with Linux OS, Windows, macOS, application, and hardware troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with VMware ESXi and XenServer/XCP-NG, DigitalOcean, Amazon AWS, and Docker.
  • Networking and Storage – Familiarity with pfSense (*BSD pf) firewalls, Ubiquiti network gear, Synology NAS equipment, iSCSI, NFS, SMB, and AFP file protocols.  TCP/IP, UDP, and VLAN. configurations to manage networking and storage.  
  • Ability to compose thorough and clear documentation on routine tasks, standard operating procedures, and other documents beneficial to team members.

You’ll stand out if you have experience with

  • Debian-based Linux or Ubuntu operating systems, roles, services, concepts, security, permissions, middleware, and facilities required. (e.g. SMTP, NFS, SMB, iptables, LVM, LUKS).
  • Amazon AWS S3, EC2, and ElasticBeanstalk required.
  • Samba4 as an Active Directory Domain Controller, Administering Active Directory through. the use of GPOs and OUs.
  • Supporting Windows and macOS systems.
  • Scripting concepts and methods with competence in at least one relevant language (e.g. Bash, Python, Perl, etc.)
  • Internet clients/servers/protocols, including HTTPS, SSH, MTAs (e.g. Postfix).
  • An ability to explain complex technical processes in a more simplified version to team members, clients, and partners.
  • Experience with IT project management practices and techniques.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

The Perks

  • Medical insurance options
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(K) plan with company match
  • Flexible remote work policy
  • Paid sick days
  • Generous vacation and paid holidays

Interested in applying?

Send Resumes to resumes@marketingresources.com