Experiential Marketing Manager

Ad Talent; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A wellness-driven organization in Cape Town is seeking a strategic and creative experiential marketer to manage national on-site events. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in experiential marketing, strong communication skills, and a passion for community engagement. Responsibilities include designing immersive brand experiences, managing partnerships, and tracking KPIs to enhance engagement and retention.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in customer-facing environments with expertise in experiential marketing.
• Background in retail or hospitality creating brand-led experiences.
• Ability to work flexibly and travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a national calendar of on-site events and activations.
• Design brand interventions to engage and retain members.
• Connect in-person experiences with digital tools.

Skills

Experiential marketing

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Strong communication

Creativity

Education

Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Job description

Who are we

We are a wellness-driven organization creating inspiring spaces where fitness meets community and personal growth.

Who are we looking for

We’re looking for a strategic and creative experiential marketer with strong activations experience—someone who thrives in dynamic, premium environments and has a passion for delivering memorable, on-the-ground brand experiences. You’ll be the vital link between marketing, customer strategy, and operations, bringing our brand promise to life in physical spaces and ensuring consistency and excellence throughout the network.

What will you do

• Build and manage a national calendar of on-site events and activations that bring the “social wellness” ethos to life
• Design brand interventions that give members more reasons to visit, engage, and return
• Create blueprints for immersive experiences that reinforce our positioning as a premium wellness offering
• Connect in-person experiences with digital tools to encourage habit formation and sustained engagement
• Act as the liaison between the marketing team and site managers to ensure alignment, communication, and brand consistency
• Manage supplier and distribution partners to deliver all campaign materials on time and on budget
• Conduct site visits to support key activations, monitor standards, and strengthen engagement
• Track and report on KPIs such as participation rates, app usage, and campaign success
• Codify learnings and share best practices across locations to enable innovation and continuous improvement

What do you need

• A diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• At least 7 years of experience in customer-facing environments, with proven expertise in experiential marketing and activations
• Background in retail or hospitality spaces with a focus on creating engaging, brand-led experiences
• Strong communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Comfort working in fast-paced environments with the ability to travel frequently and work flexibly
• A passion for wellness, creativity, and community-building
• High emotional intelligence and a collaborative spirit