Marketing Manager - SCRUFF

Accountabilities:: Research, identify, negotiate, and manage influencer partnerships to increase brand awareness and audience engagement across relevant social media platforms. Identify, develop, and coordinate event partnerships throughout the United States and Canada, managing both remote and in-person activations. Plan and oversee event marketing initiatives, ensuring smooth execution, strong brand representation, and memorable audience experiences. Build and maintain relationships with event organizers, vendors, influencers, and community partners. Explore and manage non-event partnership opportunities, including television sponsorships, original content collaborations, charitable initiatives, and sports partnerships. Research, evaluate, and recommend paid digital marketing opportunities aligned with brand objectives and target audiences. Collaborate with the global marketing team to develop innovative campaigns and creative strategies that strengthen brand visibility across North America. Identify emerging trends, cultural opportunities, and relevant community initiatives to inspire authentic marketing activations. Source and assess vendors for branded merchandise and promotional materials, evaluating production methods, pricing, quality, and delivery logistics. Coordinate partnership and event projects independently, managing timelines, budgets, resources, and operational requirements. Resolve unexpected challenges during live events and partnership activations, ensuring effective and timely solutions. Represent the brand professionally at events and through external partnerships, building positive relationships with community members and stakeholders. Requirements: Approximately 4–5 years of experience in marketing, particularly within events, nightlife, experiential marketing, or community-focused initiatives. Strong understanding of LGBTQ+ culture, communities, and emerging queer trends, with the ability to translate cultural insights into relevant and authentic marketing initiatives. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator for creating and supporting marketing and promotional materials. Demonstrated experience researching, negotiating, and managing influencer, sponsorship, or brand partnership opportunities. Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to independently coordinate multiple initiatives and deliver projects on schedule. Proven ability to manage event activations and respond effectively to unexpected challenges in fast-paced, live environments. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with confidence engaging external partners, vendors, and diverse communities. Creative mindset with a strong point of view and the ability to develop distinctive, unexpected, and authentic marketing ideas. Strong research and sourcing capabilities, including identifying vendors, comparing production options, evaluating costs, and coordinating delivery logistics. Self-motivated, resourceful, and dependable, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a globally distributed team. Friendly, outgoing, and professional personality, with the confidence and enthusiasm to act as a brand ambassador. Flexibility to travel occasionally for events and partnership activities across the United States and Canada. Benefits: Fully remote working environment: Work remotely as part of a globally distributed team operating across more than 18 cities and 12 countries. Paid holidays: Enjoy 10 paid holidays annually. Additional time off: Benefit from a dedicated paid week off at mid-year through the company's Summer Refresh Week. Home office support: Receive a home office stipend to purchase furniture and improve your remote working setup. Paid parental leave: Access paid parental leave to support important family milestones. Global collaboration: Work alongside an international team with diverse perspectives and experiences. Creative opportunities: Contribute to innovative marketing campaigns, meaningful partnerships, and community-driven initiatives. Inclusive culture: Join an organization committed to equal employment opportunities and a respectful, diverse, and inclusive workplace.