Director of Community Engagement

Horizon Hobby•Champaign, IL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring for a Director of Community Engagement! This is a full-time, on-site position at our Champaign, IL location. Working hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Typical pay for this position is $100,000-$115,000. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected. This position may also be eligible for a bonus not included in the base pay range. Build the Future of Enthusiast Performance. There are brands that participate in communities. Then there are brands that create them. We are seeking an exceptional leader to help define the next chapter of our community, competitive, and experiential marketing strategy. As the Director Community Engagement, you will be responsible for transforming a category leading brand into a mainstream enthusiast movement. You will create and execute a national vision that inspires participation, fuels competition, cultivates loyalty, and creates unforgettable moments where customers engage with our brand. This is an opportunity to shape the future of one of the most passionate enthusiast communities in the world while building strategic partnerships with some of the most recognizable organizations in motorsports, aviation, and outdoor recreation.

Requirements

Is already a hobby enthusiast and is active in the RC community.
Will have a strong sense of community engagement.
Has previous hands-on experience with loyalty/reward programs and ambassador programs.
The passion to encourage new consumers and grow excitement in the RC world!

Responsibilities

Architect a National Community Movement: Develop the long-term vision for community engagement across aviation, surface, marine, and emerging enthusiast categories. Create scalable programs that drive participation at local, regional, and national levels. Build a connected ecosystem of clubs, tracks, flying fields, ambassadors, influencers, retailers, and enthusiasts. Establish signature company-owned events that become destination experiences for hobbyists and families alike.
Create the Future of Competition: Design and launch national driving and flying programs that increase participation and elevate competitive engagement at a grassroots level. Create structured pathways that encourage new hobbyists to enter and advance through the community. Position the company as the undisputed leader in organized RC competition.
Drive Customer Loyalty and Lifetime Engagement: Partner with eCommerce, CRM, and marketing leadership to create compelling customer value propositions, including: Loyalty and rewards programs, Premium membership experiences, Branded financial products, Community recognition initiatives, Exclusive event access, Brand ambassador programs. You'll help transform customers from purchasers into lifelong members of our community.