Live Events Marketing Manager, Merchandise (Contract Role)
About The Position
Live events are at the core of Niantic products and highlight our real-world social experience at its best. Niantic is seeking a Live Events Marketing Manager, Merchandise for a 6-month fixed-term contract role . to aid in the coordination and implementation of real-world events for Pokémon GO. An outstanding candidate will possess a deep passion for crafting and delivering unforgettable experiences that resonate with fans long after the event. As someone who will work under tight timelines with internal and external teams (agencies, vendors, and partners), the ideal candidate is an organized collaborator skilled in aligning partners to achieve shared goals efficiently. Join the team and make a positive impact on millions of Trainers around the world!
Requirements
- 3+ years experience producing live events and/or leading complex marketing projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Strong project management and interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication.
- Willingness to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for Pokémon GO and the Pokémon franchise.
- Experience with tools such as Asana and Jira.
- Experienced with AI tools such as ChatGPT and Windsurf/Codex.
- Proficiency in G Suite.
Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of our live events marketing calendar.
- Assist in managing the end-to-end operation of retail activations, working with support agencies to oversee site build-out, merchandising, and on-site operations.
- Maintain accurate inventory records by conducting audits, and tracking stock levels across warehouses and event locations.
- Oversee the approval workflow for all marketing assets, ensuring creative materials are accurate, on-brand, and legally compliant before release.
- Collaborate with project leads to effectively own key workstreams, including drafting copy, building decks, updating key documents, and managing key vendor relationships.
- Develop and track against detailed workback schedules, ensuring key achievements are met on time and deadlines are not missed.
- Comfortable working with AI tools to deliver on core job functions: outlining concepts, color matching, iterating on creative with agencies.
Benefits
- healthcare benefits
- retirement benefits
- pet insurance
- paid holidays
- paid Scopely free days
- unlimited paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
