Billboard: Marketing Manager, Presale Strategy

Penske Media Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PMC healthcare (family coverage)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with employer match

Employee discounts and perks

Flexible Vacation Policy

Job summary

Billboard, part of Penske Media Corporation, in NYC, is hiring a Marketing Manager, Presale Strategy to develop strategic and creative proposals that include branded content, experiential activations/sponsorships, and digital media. You will work across internal teams to brainstorm multi-platform concepts and assist the sales team on external pitches that drive revenue.

You’ll present visually compelling materials, tailor offerings to client needs and KPIs, and help manage the pre-sale process.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in a creative/marketing strategy role
• Experience responding to RFPs or developing client-facing materials/business proposals
• Strong knowledge of Keynote with proficient presentation design
• Excellent creative writing skills
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal communication in a collaborative setting
• Enthusiasm for music, entertainment and pop culture trends

Responsibilities

• Communicate Billboard’s strategic offerings and brand ethos in visually impactful client materials
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, branded content, editorial) to ideate integrated offerings for brand partners
• Tailor offerings to client needs and KPIs; manage pre-sale P&L to ensure profitability
• Pull audience research and insights to formulate data-based recommendations
• Assist sales with client pitches and external communications
• Become an expert on the Billboard brand and editorial content, events, and offerings
• Collaborate with post-sale teams to create case studies and measure success

Skills

Proposals & pitches

Keynote presentation design

Creative writing

Cross-team collaboration

Multi-project management

Verbal communication

Music/entertainment knowledge

Job description

Billboard is adding to our Pre-Sale Strategy team in NYC and hiring a Marketing Manager, Presale Strategy who is experienced in developing strategic and creative marketing proposals that include branded content, experiential activations/sponsorships, and digital media. The Marketing Manager will work across internal teams to brainstorm multi-platform creative concepts, create presentations, and assist the sales team on external pitches that ultimately drive revenue for Billboard.

Responsibilities Include

• Effectively communicate Billboard’s strategic offerings and brand ethos into visually impactful presentations and client-facing materials
• Work directly with internal teams (sales, branded content, editorial, etc.) to ideate strategic and integrated offerings for brand partners across all consumer categories and verticals
• Tailor Billboard offerings and strategic concepts to best meet client needs and KPIs Manage a P&L production budget throughout the pre-sale process to ensure all offerings are profitable prior to sale
• Pull audience research and industry insights to formulate data-based recommendations
• Assist the sales team with client pitches, external communications, and feedback
• Become an expert of the Billboard brand, with strong understanding of editorial content, event tentpoles, offerings and more
• Collaborate with post-sale teams to understand the success of programs to create case study materials

Must-Have Requirements

• At least 2-4 years of experience in a creative/marketing strategy role
• Experience in responding to RFPs or developing client-facing materials/business proposals
• Strong knowledge of Keynote with a proficient level of presentation design
• Excellent creative writing skills
• Comfortable working at a fast pace with ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Thrives in a collaborative environment which requires excellent verbal communication
• A music, entertainment and pop culture enthusiast on top of latest industry trends

As PMC values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

A good faith estimate of the salary range is $76k - $85k upon hire. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

It’s All About You…

• We offer PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• PMC also offers Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• an Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• a 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match.
• Employees are also eligible to take advantage of company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials.
• As part of PMC's dedication to consistently meet employee’s needs, we have launched a new Flexible Vacation Policy.

At PMC, we believe working in a highly collaborative, office-first environment that fosters real-time communication, spontaneous idea sharing, and stronger interpersonal relationships that drive innovation and team cohesion.

About Billboard

Billboard is the world's most influential music publication, providing breaking news, charts, reviews, and insights that define the music industry. For over 130 years, Billboard has been the definitive source for music industry professionals, artists, and fans worldwide. As part of Penske Media Corporation's portfolio, Billboard combines its rich editorial heritage with cutting-edge digital innovation, reaching millions of readers across multiple platforms. Billboard's iconic charts, including the Billboard Hot 100, remain the global standard for measuring commercial music success, while its editorial content shapes conversations about music culture, business, and artistry.

About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and owns over 300 live events, while reaching audiences across all screens. Penske Media is recognized, as one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America.

Our Companies & Brands

• Iconic Media Brands (PMX): Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ARTFORUM, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, The Dodo, and more.
• Live Events & Experiences: The Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW London, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week.
• Data & Analytics: Luminate, the premier music and entertainment data and analytics company.

Global Footprint

PMC and its subsidiaries are co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, with additional offices spanning 14 countries worldwide.

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