Manager, Experiential Marketing

Aquent; San Francisco (CA); Teletrabalho; USD 42 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Aquent is seeking a Manager, Experiential Marketing for a remote, beauty retail client. You will lead the end-to-end development and execution of a signature proprietary event, collaborating with internal teams, brand partners, and vendors to deliver an unparalleled experiential journey.

The role requires 6–7 years in event management, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong cross-functional leadership, and the ability to travel 30-40% including select weekends to support events.

Qualificações

• 6-7+ years of robust event management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in event management, experiential marketing, hospitality, marketing, or a related field.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and influence leaders in cross-functional environments.
• Proven expertise in event marketing, planning, execution, and evaluation within tight deadlines.
• Strong client and vendor relationship management.
• Creative, proactive, self-starting mindset with flexibility in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to travel 30-40% including select weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Lead complex logistical elements for experiential programs including in-person event management, production, brand and talent coordination, ticketing, tech integration, and vendor oversight.
• Develop and implement event activities and marketing plans across channels ensuring brand consistency and impactful messaging.
• Contribute to the experiential vision for each event environment aligning with business goals and marketing initiatives.
• Translate business priorities and consumer insights into actionable experiential strategies briefing internal teams and external agencies.
• Coordinate post-event analysis including attendance feedback and ROI metrics for future strategies.

Conhecimentos

Event management

Vendor management

Stakeholder collaboration

Project planning

Travel readiness

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Manager, Experiential Marketing

Client Location: Remote

Starting: 11/06/2026

Maximum Pay (per hour): 37.33

Duration: 12 months

Job Description:

Aquent is partnering with a beauty retail industry leader in the beauty sector, renowned for its innovative approach to connecting with clients and shaping the future of beauty retail. This dynamic organization thrives on creativity, strategic thinking, and a commitment to making the beauty world accessible and inspiring for everyone. As part of a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment, you will have the unique opportunity to drive impactful experiences that resonate deeply with consumers and reinforce the company's position at the forefront of the industry.

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role where your expertise in experiential marketing will directly shape how consumers interact with a beloved brand. As a key player on the marketing team, you will be instrumental in bringing strategic visions to life, particularly through the end-to-end development and execution of a signature proprietary event. This is your chance to craft memorable experiences that not only captivate audiences but also powerfully convey the company's core values, fostering strong consumer relationships and driving business objectives. You'll collaborate with diverse internal teams, external brand partners, and vendors, ensuring every detail contributes to an unparalleled experiential journey.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex logistical elements for experiential programs, including in-person event management, production, brand and talent coordination, ticketing, technology integration, and vendor oversight.
• Develop and implement comprehensive event activities, elements, and marketing plans across various channels such as creative, digital, in-store, and customer service, ensuring brand consistency and impactful messaging.
• Contribute significantly to the experiential vision for each event environment, aligning creative execution with business goals, company culture, and overarching marketing initiatives.
• Translate business priorities and consumer insights into actionable experiential marketing strategies, briefing internal teams and external agencies to develop compelling visual creative and marketing messages.
• Coordinate and participate in thorough post-event analysis, including attendance feedback, internal partner insights, and other key ROI metrics, to inform future strategies and company records.

What You'll Bring

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Minimum 6-7 years of robust event management experience.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in event management, experiential marketing, hospitality, marketing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and influence leaders at various levels, cultivating strong relationships within complex, cross-functional, and matrixed environments.
• Proven expertise in event marketing, including sourcing, meticulous planning, flawless execution, and comprehensive evaluation of programs within tight deadlines.
• Superior capabilities in managing client and vendor relationships.
• A creative, self-starting mindset with a positive, can-do attitude and a proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves approach to challenges.
• A personable and flexible demeanor, capable of adapting to demands and changes in an extremely fast-moving business environment.
• Ability to travel approximately 30-40% of the time, including select weekends, to support event execution.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in an agency setting.
• Background in the beauty, fashion, and/or retail industries.