Company Name: Collectors
Location: California, United States (Remote)
Type: Full Time
Job Description:
We are seeking a creative and results-driven Event Marketing Manager to take the lead on planning and executing some of our biggest events of the year for our TCG & Pop Culture division of PSA. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in event management, exceptional organizational skills, a passion for TCG, Pop Culture and non-sports collectibles, the hobby, and experience in managing large flagship events along with a diverse portfolio of smaller events at scale. Creatively evolving our brand experience, event production and how we activate at industry events will be a big part of this role.
You’ll report to the Senior Manager of Event Marketing and work from our Santa Ana, CA or Jersey City, NJ office. Remote or hybrid candidates will also be considered. We believe that there is significant value in in-person collaboration. If you live within a 1 hour commuting distance to one of our offices, you will be required to be onsite most of the time. This will be discussed further as part of the recruiting process.
What You’ll Do
- Event Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive events strategy aligned with Collectors’ and PSA’s objectives, including large flagship events with significant brand presence, a long tail of smaller events, and local drop-off events, all at scale
- Partnership Collaboration: Work closely with PSA and other strategic partners to co-create and coordinate events that maximize brand exposure, foster industry relationships, and drive customer engagement on a global scale
- Event Planning: Oversee end-to-end event planning, including budgeting, logistics, venue selection, vendor management, and the development of event timelines for a wide range of events
- Marketing Integration: Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure event marketing plans are aligned with overall marketing strategies, encompassing pre-event, on-site, and post-event efforts across international markets
- Sponsorship Management: Identify and secure event sponsorships, partnerships, and exhibitors that enhance event offerings and generate revenue across various event types and locations
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, industry experts, collectors, and the Operations and Customer Care teams to ensure the successful execution of events worldwide
- Metrics and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for your events and provide regular reports on event success, ROI, and attendee feedback
- Innovation and Trends: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging event technologies to continuously enhance event experiences and maintain our leadership position on a global scale
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field
- Proven experience (5+ years) in event management, including significant exposure to trade shows and conventions
- Ability to manage and work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
- A creative thinker and problem solver with a ‘try new things’ mindset
- Exceptional organizational and project management capabilities
- Ability to use data to inform investment and strategy
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A passion for collectibles and an understanding of the PSA and PCGS authentication and grading process is a plus
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $105,661-$139,700
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support.
