AceBounce Marketing Manager

State of Play Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Play Hospitality seeks a Marketing Manager for AceBounce in Chicago. The role focuses on executing marketing initiatives, managing budgets, and enhancing brand visibility in the dynamic hospitality sector. Ideal candidates are experienced in brand marketing with a passion for creativity and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in brand marketing, preferably in hospitality.
• Proven track record in executing successful marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee local venue marketing budget.
• Lead the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and product launches.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Storytelling Expertise

Problem-Solving Skills

Fast-Paced Execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

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Company Overview

State of Play Hospitality is a highly innovative creator and operator of technology-enabled experiential leisure concepts. For a decade since launching its first concept, Bounce, in London in 2012, the State of Play team has gone on to create, launch and operate several more industry-leading experiential brands.

Title: Marketing Manager, AceBounce

Department: Marketing

Reports to: Director of Brand Marketing

Position Type: Salary

Company Overview

State of Play Hospitality is a highly innovative creator and operator of technology-enabled experiential leisure concepts. For a decade since launching its first concept, Bounce, in London in 2012, the State of Play team has gone on to create, launch and operate several more industry-leading experiential brands.

Operating in multiple cities across the UK and US all of our concepts offer a highly immersive, tech-enhanced take on long-established, much-loved activities. The engaging nature of the gameplay and the quality of the venues combine to create truly playful and memorable social environments. Curating a state of play for our guests is at the very core of our DNA and what our amazing teams deliver every day.

AceBounce is a ground-breaking social entertainment brand. Since its launch in 2012, the AceBounce concept has been widely regarded by the industry as a game-changer in social entertainment venues, which combines three elements of hospitality: bar, restaurant and entertainment activity - all set against stunning design and the highest standard of finishes.

Position Purpose

As the Marketing Manager at AceBounce, you will play a key role in driving the growth of our dynamic and rapidly expanding brand. You will be responsible for executing a wide range of marketing initiatives, from programming and campaign management to public relations and product. Your focus will be on maximizing revenue opportunities, enhancing brand visibility, and supporting AceBounce’s overall marketing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Marketing Initiatives: Lead the planning and execution of marketing campaigns, product launches, promotions, and collateral to meet sales goals and maximize revenue opportunities.
• Venue Collaboration: Partner with venue leadership to assess marketing readiness, establish support strategies, and set clear expectations for marketing efforts.
• Social Media & Online Presence: Assist with social media management as needed and monitor AceBounce’s online reputation to maintain a positive public image.
• Brand Consistency: Act as the brand guardian, ensuring all marketing materials align with AceBounce’s voice and values.
• Budget Management: Oversee and manage the local venue marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for maximum impact.
• PR Management: Own all PR activities, ensuring clear and consistent communication to the media and public.
• Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery of marketing initiatives aligned with venue-specific strategies.
• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with peers to generate local marketing ideas, gather feedback, and provide “boots-on-the-ground” support.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as required by leadership to support business objectives and brand growth.
  
  

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years in brand marketing, with a strong preference for experience in “eatertainment” or similar hospitality industries.
• Proven Success: A demonstrated track record of developing and executing marketing strategies that achieve measurable results (KPIs).
• Fast-Paced Execution: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex business needs and translate them into actionable marketing solutions.
• Storytelling Expertise: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Budget Management: Proven experience in managing marketing budgets, ensuring efficient and impactful spending.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong critical thinking abilities to solve complex marketing challenges.
• Cultural Fit: A passion for fun and creativity
  
  

The Company reserves the right in its absolute discretion to add to your duties or amend this job description at any time. In addition to the above duties, you will carry out such other duties as the Company reasonably directs from time to time.

Equal Opportunity Statement: State of Play Hospitality is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Hospitality

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