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Director of Marketing, Events

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $59,500.00 - $120,300.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k)
Flexible PTO
Professional Development
Leadership-level salary
Access to events

Job Description

Funatix Events is a rapidly growing live events, sports, and experiential entertainment company headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. Known for producing and managing some of the region's most iconic and high-impact events, Funatix Events has earned a reputation for delivering unforgettable experiences that engage communities and create lasting memories. The company’s portfolio includes a diverse array of popular events such as Mandan Rodeo Days, The Bismarck Marathon, Red, White & Boom, many corporate festivals, statewide celebrations like the North Dakota Governors' Cup, and a wide range of immersive community activations at the historic Bismarck Depot. These events not only entertain... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field
  • 5+ years of marketing leadership experience
  • proven track record in event or experiential marketing
  • strong leadership and team management skills
  • expertise in digital marketing and paid media platforms
  • excellent communication and creative skills
  • proficiency in analytics and reporting tools
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • availability to attend events during nights and weekends as needed
  • strong strategic and organizational abilities
  • familiarity with CRM and automation tools

Job Qualifications

  • 5+ years in marketing leadership (events, sports, entertainment, tourism, or consumer brands preferred)
  • proven success driving ticket sales, digital engagement, and measurable audience growth
  • direct experience managing people, delegating effectively, and developing talent
  • strong command of CRM/email platforms, segmentation, and automation
  • expertise in paid media (Meta, Google, TikTok, display)
  • strong writing, creative direction, and storytelling ability
  • high-level proficiency with analytics tools and performance reporting
  • knowledge of AI platforms and automations
  • Adobe Creative Suite and Canva experience is a plus
  • ability to work fast, adapt quickly, and manage multiple deadlines

Job Duties

  • Lead and mentor the marketing and communications team
  • drive clarity and accountability within the marketing department
  • align marketing strategy with company goals, leadership priorities, and revenue targets
  • collaborate cross-functionally with Sponsorship, Ticketing, Operations, and Executive Leadership
  • own all ticketing-related marketing strategy for 30+ annual events
  • develop segmentation strategies and targeted campaigns
  • create and optimize promotional offers, group packages, and value-driven fan experiences
  • build annual marketing calendars and event-specific launch plans
  • oversee all email, SMS, digital advertising, geotargeting, retargeting, and paid social
  • manage creative direction and asset briefs for design and video teams
  • ensure unified brand voice across social, web, advertising, and on-site channels
  • build and improve the digital customer journey
  • develop and maintain a strong, cohesive brand identity
  • oversee messaging, tone, creative storytelling, and content production
  • direct public communications and event messaging
  • manage digital platforms, website updates, UX flow, and event landing pages
  • ensure accurate, up-to-date, conversion-optimized event information
  • maintain clean, organized customer databases with effective tagging and segmentation
  • track, measure, and report on campaign performance and ROI
  • use analytics tools to drive decisions
  • forecast attendance trends and provide recommendations
  • attend and support major Funatix events
  • represent the brand publicly at events, media engagements, and community partnerships

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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