Manager, Marketing & Media Strategy

Socket.dev; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

401K eligibility

Priority access to event presales

Tickets to events (when available)

Job summary

The Nashville Predators are seeking a Manager of Marketing & Media Strategy to lead advertising plans and media buying for the team and Bridgestone Arena. You will oversee strategy coordinators, develop annual plans, and drive email, SMS, and paid campaigns to grow tickets, fan engagement, and merchandise revenue.

Ideal candidates have a marketing or business background, 2–3 years in advertising, and strong analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Management.
• 2–3 years in Marketing and Advertising or related fields.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Outlook.
• Experience with media buying software and digital channels.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creation and execution of all organization marketing plans.
• Oversee growth and development of marketing strategy coordinators.
• Develop the annual advertising and media buying plan for the Nashville Predators hockey season.
• Develop and execute the annual email marketing strategy to drive ticket sales, fan engagement, merchandise revenue, and partner activations.
• Manage the organization's SMS marketing strategy, including audience targeting, campaigns and compliance.
• Develop, execute and optimize paid social campaigns across platforms to maximize reach and conversions.
• Manage digital advertising campaigns across search, display, video, and programmatic channels.
• Oversee trafficking and distribution of advertising assets per media plans.
• Use research and analytics to refine advertising and media buying strategies.
• Implement new marketing technologies to improve data collection and utilization.
• Manage media schedules, invoices, settlement info, and payments.
• Coordinate promotional deliverables to support campaigns.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with media partners and vendors.
• Assist in negotiations and evaluation of media partnerships.
• Support strategic planning to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Provide creative leadership and ensure brand messaging accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written & verbal

Team player

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Outlook

Media buying software

Google Ads

Meta Ads

Job description

Nashville Predators Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Marketing & Media Strategy

Department: Marketing

Job Reports To: Director, Marketing

Status: Exempt

Overview: The Marketing & Media Strategy Manager is responsible for the placement, implementation and evaluation of the various advertising/media buying plans for the Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena. The primary goal for the Marketing & Media Strategy Manager is to lead the planning, execution and placement of advertising to create more efficient and effective campaigns to drive revenue, extend the brand and minimize expenses.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Oversee creation and execution of all organization marketing plans.
• Oversee growth and development of marketing strategy coordinators.
• Develop the annual advertising and media buying plan for the Nashville Predators hockey season.
• Develop and execute the annual email marketing strategy for the Nashville Predators to drive ticket sales, fan engagement, merchandise revenue, and partner activations.
• Manage the organization's SMS marketing strategy, including audience targeting, campaign execution, automation, and compliance to deliver timely, personalized fan communications.
• Develop, execute, and optimize paid social advertising campaigns across multiple platforms to maximize audience reach, conversions, and return on advertising spend.
• Develop and manage digital advertising campaigns across search, display, video, and programmatic channels to achieve marketing and revenue objectives.
• Oversee the trafficking and distribution of television, print, radio, billboard, and other advertising assets in accordance with approved media plans.
• Utilize research, analytics, and consumer insights to develop efficient and effective advertising and media buying strategies.
• Implement new marketing technologies to enhance consumer communications and improve audience data collection and utilization.
• Manage media schedules, invoices, settlement information, and payment processing.
• Coordinate promotional deliverables, including tickets, meet-and-greets, and other assets, to support advertising and promotional campaigns.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with media partners and vendors.
• Assist in the negotiation, implementation, and evaluation of media and promotional partnerships.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives to support sales objectives and maximize revenue opportunities.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, providing creative ideas, leadership, and strategic guidance.
• Serve as the primary editor for all Nashville Predators advertising creative to ensure brand consistency and messaging accuracy.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Management required.

• 2-3 years Marketing and Advertising or related experience.

• Media Buying experience preferred.
• Prior sports, live events and/or venue experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Microsoft Outlook.
• Experience in various media buying related software.
• Basic knowledge of Google, Meta, and media buying related social channels.
• Ability to work both independently and in team-oriented environments.
• Detail oriented w/ excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to make sound business decisions.
• Creative and proactive problem solver.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic.

• The selected candidate must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, possess a suitable driving history and be insurable by our insurance carrier (without conditions).
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history check, driving history and character references.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical activities include sitting, walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, as well as bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, balancing and handling of materials.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, dust, and loud noise.

• Lifting requirements – must be able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs.
• High finger dexterity.
• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.

Equipment Used:

• General Office Equipment (e.g. PC, copier, scanner, facsimile machine, calculator).

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instruction or assignments.

Preds Perks: In addition to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, all full-time employees of the Nashville Predators and entities are eligible for Preds Perks. These currently include the following: Competitive pay, referral bonuses, 401K eligibility, priority access to event presales, tickets to events (when available), Nashville Locker Room (pro shop) discount, premium pay for overnight shifts, 19+ days of paid time off each year, Ford Ice Center programming discount, on demand pay, and bonus potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nashville Predators is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.