POSITION OBJECTIVE
Responsible for supporting the transformation of anime and entertainment IP into compelling real-world fan experiences that increase brand awareness, fan engagement, merchandise sales and long-term commercial value.
POSITION DESCRIPTIONWe are seeking a highly organized, creative and hands-on Events & Experiential Marketing Coordinator to help plan and execute anime, entertainment and pop-culture experiences. The ideal candidate combines a marketing education, project-management discipline, design capabilities and real-world restaurant and retail experience with a genuine working knowledge of anime and fan culture. The successful candidate will be comfortable moving between creative development, budgeting, vendors, retail merchandising, hospitality operations and on-site event execution. Projects may include major fan conventions, trade shows, anime and entertainment pop-up stores, retail installations, restaurant activations, product launches, and other experiential marketing programs. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SPECIAL SKILLS:a. Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field preferred.
b. Minimum 3 years’ desktop applications and internet experience with demonstrated skill in graphic design.
c. Restaurant and retail experience required, preferably involving pop culture specialty retail merchandising.
d. Formal project-management training, coursework or certification preferred.
e. Willingness to work evenings and weekends when required by events. Ability to travel frequently in US, with occasional international travel possible.
Status: Full-time Independent Contractor
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Flexible schedule
Work Location: Remote