Marketing Manager | Full-Time | Chartway Arena @ Old Dominion University

Oak View Group (OVG) is recognized as the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, offering a comprehensive platform that spans venue development alongside end-to-end capabilities in venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, OVG has quickly established itself as a dominant force in the industry, managing a diverse portfolio comprising seven world-class owned venues and a broad client roster that includes the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions spread across four continents. The Company’s capabilities are anchored by their commitment to providing outstanding event experiences and operational excellence in live entertainment environments.

OVG’s role as a trailblazer means it works closely with a variety of stakeholders in the sports, music, and entertainment industries to elevate the standard of venue management and fan engagements globally. The company blends a deep understanding of entertainment dynamics with innovative technologies and strategic partnerships to deliver highly engaging live experiences. Their methodological approach to venue management highlights operational efficiency, dynamic marketing, superior customer experience, and tailored hospitality offerings.

This Marketing Manager role is based at Chartway Arena, a premier mid-sized arena operated by OVG, located on the campus of Old Dominion University. Chartway Arena boasts over 8,000 seats with capability to expand up to 9,000 for special events, making it a versatile facility for commencements, concerts, family shows, and athletic events such as men’s and women’s basketball. The arena also includes a 9,100 square foot multifunctional room divisible into five banquet areas, accommodating a range of event sizes and types. Aside from venue management, OVG oversees gameday operations for Old Dominion University Football at Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium, reflecting an expanding relationship that integrates the Monarch gameday experience across football and basketball.

The Marketing Manager will play a pivotal role on the Chartway Arena team, leading digital marketing projects, managing social media channels, and overseeing direct marketing campaigns aimed at promoting events and engaging diverse audience segments. This role calls for collaboration with the Director of Ticketing and Director of Marketing to develop creative promotional materials, including web graphics, advertisements, and social media content that elevate the visibility of Chartway Arena events effectively.

With an annual salary range of $56,000 to $60,000, this position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic environment where creativity meets operational execution. Benefits for part-time roles include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off encompassing vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays. The Marketing Manager is tasked with devising innovative marketing strategies that enhance existing initiatives and create new revenue-generating programs, including third-party partnerships and modern media campaigns.

Key duties involve crafting repeatable marketing concepts, managing food and beverage initiatives with venue leadership, interpreting customer experience feedback to improve guest satisfaction, and serving as a press contact by issuing press releases. The manager will also design venue collateral materials such as print and digital ads, posters, schedules, and brochures from concept to completion, utilizing tools like Adobe Photoshop and CANVA. The position demands management of all social media platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Snapchat, and requires familiarity with automated ticketing system tools to create targeted email campaigns such as presales, post-event surveys, and cart abandonment outreach.

This role additionally involves collaborating with athletic and university marketing departments, coordinating payment and non-paid social promotions, and staying informed on evolving social media trends and platforms. Participation in event and game-day activities further enriches the role, requiring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a team-oriented mindset. The Marketing Manager at Chartway Arena is essential to driving engagement, increasing event attendance, and enhancing the overall entertainment experience at a leading collegiate venue managed by a global leader in live entertainment infrastructure.