Event Marketing Manager

Collectors•Santa Ana, CA

5d•$110,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team. Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France. As part of our interview process, we request that candidates have their cameras on during video interviews. This helps foster meaningful conversation and allows us to create an experience that closely resembles our standard working environment. Certain interview steps may take place by phone. For remote roles, and at our discretion, candidates may be asked to participate in an on-site interview as part of the final stages of the process. We understand there may be occasional circumstances requiring accommodation and are happy to discuss them as needed. Your recruiter will be able to clarify expectations and answer any questions you have. We’re looking for an Event Marketing Manager to join our Events team to build and execute the marketing strategy behind our event presence — driving awareness, attendance, and engagement before, during, and after every show, and measuring the return on it.

Requirements

Experienced supporting conventions, trade shows, festivals, sports/collectibles events, gaming events, or experiential activations.
At least 2-3 years’ experience working in a marketing agency.
Experienced using CRM platforms and project management software.
Comfortable working in fast-paced onsite environments with shifting priorities.
Calm under pressure and able to pivot quickly.
Collaborative with other departments and self-directed.
A valid, unexpired passport is required to apply for this position.

Nice To Haves

Photography, video, or social capture experience is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

Create pre-event, live-event, and post-event marketing strategies for each show.
Manage campaign timelines tied to hard event deadlines.
Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, show organizers, and cross-functional teams to promote services and special promotions for each show.
Apply audience segmentation and community engagement to reach the right collectors and hobby audiences.
Plan around onsite execution realities, including signage deadlines, print production, installation schedules, and attendee flow.
Measure KPIs such as engagement, lead generation, traffic, conversion, event attendance, and ROI.
Collect data and apply it to marketing strategy.
Report regularly on methods and results for customer acquisition and retention post show.
Lead by example and be a champion of all company policies, including safety, attendance & security