Marketing Manager (Contractor/Part Time)

Menlo Micro; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Marketing Manager (Contractor) to support event execution and digital marketing initiatives. Responsibilities include managing logistics for events and overseeing content development for newsletters and campaigns. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in event management, a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related field, and proficiency in marketing tools like HubSpot and Google Analytics. This position offers a dynamic role in a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in event management, ideally in the technology industry.
• Proven track record of managing corporate events and customer seminars.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of event and digital marketing initiatives.
• Manage logistics and marketing support for internal and external events.
• Oversee content development for newsletters and digital campaigns.

Skills

Event management

Digital marketing

Content development

Data analytics

Marketing automation tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

HubSpot

Google Analytics

Tableau

Job description

Marketing Manager (Contractor)

Irvine, CA

About Us

Menlo Micro has reinvented one of the most fundamental building blocks of electronic systems – the electronic switch. Menlo Micro’s technology creates a new switch category that eliminates compromises and tradeoffs by combining the benefits of electromechanical and solid‑state switches into the best of both worlds with its “Ideal Switch.”

Role Summary and Purpose

The Marketing Manager (Contractor) will support the execution of event and digital marketing initiatives, reporting directly to the VP of Marketing. This role includes managing logistics and marketing support for internal and external events, including co‑marketing with distribution partners, as well as overseeing content development for newsletters, social media, digital campaigns, and website updates.

Responsibilities

• 1. Event Management & Execution – Support execution of events such as European Microwave Week, Association of Old Crows, Applied Power Electronics Conference, IEEE MTT‑S International Microwave Symposium, DesignCon; coordinate event logistics (booth materials, shipping, vendor management, on‑site setup/tear‑down); manage co‑marketing activities with distributors and third parties; prepare event marketing materials and support lead capture and post‑event follow‑up aligned with Sales; track event outcomes and assist in ROI analysis.
• 2. Digital Marketing & Content & Asset Development – Support e‑newsletter content aligned to corporate messaging and campaign objectives; support social media content for Menlo’s Social Media Strategy; support execution of digital marketing campaigns (e.g., email, paid social, remarketing) by coordinating assets and timelines; develop and build creative assets (graphics, visuals, multimedia) to support articles, website updates, PR activities, and digital campaigns; maintain a digital content calendar and ensure consistent, on‑brand execution across platforms; coordinate joint marketing efforts with partners and distributors; collaborate with the other marketing staff member for handoffs, alignment, and continuity; align with the VP of Marketing to execute the marketing plan.
• 3. Performance Tracking & Reporting – Track key KPIs for events and digital campaigns, based on the Marketing Performance Metric Framework for FY26, including social media followers, reach & engagement, and campaign performance metrics with customer endorsement.
• Manage joint projects with other marketing staff, ensuring clear handovers and shared documentation to enable coordinated delivery.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in event management, ideally in the technology industry.
• Proven track record of managing corporate events and customer seminars.
• International event experience is valued.
• Proficiency in marketing automation tools (HubSpot).
• Knowledge of data analytics tools to evaluate event performance (Google Analytics, Tableau).
• Ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary team environment.

Desired Certifications

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
• Digital Event Strategist (DES)

Menlo Microsystems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.