Open Source Marketing Specialist - Contractor

Linux Foundation; United States; Remote; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Linux Foundation is seeking a Marketing Contractor to lead data-driven content development and integrated campaigns for open source projects on a flexible deliverable-driven basis.

The independent contractor role requires 5+ years in marketing execution within technical or open source environments, with HubSpot and AI-driven martech proficiency, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally. This position supports remote, global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field.
• 5+ years in marketing execution, campaigns, or project coordination in technical/open source contexts.
• Familiarity with open source ecosystems and Linux Foundation projects.
• Proficiency in HubSpot, social media tools, Google Workspace, and AI martech.
• Strong ability to analyze campaign data and present insights.
• Experience building AI agents to run marketing workflows.
• Ability to work independently in a global remote environment and manage cross-functional priorities.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead data-driven content development for open source projects.
• Run integrated digital campaigns across email, social, and ads.
• Partner with project directors to steer cross-functional marketing initiatives.
• Represent strategy in stakeholder meetings with clear action plans.
• Manage content calendars and measure campaign performance.
• Promote project presence at industry events for brand visibility.
• Lead virtual global teams and drive agile decision-making.
• Provide executive-level reporting and stakeholder coordination.
• Leverage AI tools to improve marketing efficiency.

Skills

Marketing execution

Campaign management

Project coordination

Analytical skills

AI marketing

Remote work

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

HubSpot

Social media management

Google Workspace

AI martech tools

AI platforms

Job description

Open Source Marketing Specialist

Statement of Work — Independent Contractor

Company Description

The Linux Foundation is a 501(c)(6) non-profit that provides a neutral, trusted hub for developers and organizations to code, manage, and scale open technology projects and ecosystems.

Overview

The Linux Foundation is seeking a Marketing Contractor to lead data-driven content development, integrated digital campaigns, and strategic marketing initiatives across open source projects on a flexible, deliverable-driven basis.

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor / Statement of Work

Description of Services & Key Deliverables

Program Leadership & Strategic Collaboration

• Lead data-driven content development and integrated marketing efforts for open source projects, ensuring alignment with organizational and project-level goals

• Act as a strategic partner to Project Directors, steering cross-functional initiatives and facilitating the implementation of key marketing decisions

• Represent project and marketing strategy in stakeholder meetings, synthesizing insights and guiding action plans with clarity and confidence

Marketing Operations & Content Performance

• Manage content calendars mapped to campaign milestones and stakeholder engagement objectives

• Execute digital marketing activities — including email marketing, digital advertising, and social media campaigns — using HubSpot, Sprout Social, and other modern martech platforms

• Monitor and analyze channel performance metrics across all marketing activities; optimize workflows and deliver detailed engagement reports

Event Promotion & Brand Visibility

• Drive project presence at key industry and community events, providing strategic recommendations to maximize event ROI

• Align promotional content and assets with event schedules, product launches, and technical milestones to build awareness and drive engagement

Team Leadership & Operational Development

• Lead and facilitate meetings across virtual global teams, encouraging agile decision-making and solution-oriented approaches

• Promote a culture of excellence, positivity, and continuous improvement within team and cross-functional engagements

• Leverage AI tools and emerging marketing tech to drive efficiency, productivity, and innovation across marketing operations

Budget & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain clear, regular communication with clients, sponsors, and project committees while providing executive-level reporting and cross-functional coordination

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in marketing execution, campaign management, or project coordination within technical or open source environments

• Familiarity with open source ecosystems, technical communities, and Linux Foundation projects

• Proficiency in HubSpot, social media management software, Google Workspace, and modern martech tools including AI platforms

• Strong analytical skills with proven capability to pull, interpret, and present campaign performance data

• Experience building AI agents to run marketing workflows

• Ability to work independently in a global remote environment and manage cross-functional priorities with meticulous attention to detail

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Additional Information

Pay $8,000 - $10,000 per month

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.