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Overview
Director of Digital Marketing Cruise Direct has helped over 500,000 clients and welcomed more than 33 million visitors in our 15+ years of serving global travelers. As an Inc. 5000 award-winning online travel company, we specialize in making vacation planning frictionless, fun, and unforgettable. From bucket list adventures to last-minute getaways, we power dream vacations daily. We are building the future of online cruise booking—and looking for a relentless, results-obsessed digital marketing leader to help us win. The
Director of Digital Marketing
is a strategic yet scrappy executor who can scale campaigns, pitch new ideas, and lead a high-performing team. This role isn’t for spectators. We are looking for someone with the drive of an elite athlete, the creativity of an entrepreneur, and the precision of a data analyst. They oversee multi-channel marketing efforts, optimize every step of the funnel, and help shape the future of our brand. They are a builder—of campaigns, systems, teams, and momentum. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and know how to pitch, persuade, negotiate, and win, this is your seat. Key Responsibilities
Own and execute the digital marketing strategy aligned to business goals Oversee paid media, SEO, social, affiliate, email, and emerging channels Lead and grow a small, focused team of in-house marketers and agencies Design a data-driven, customer-first marketing engine to maximize ROI Build and optimize campaigns in Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, and others Collaborate with product, design, and engineering to enhance user experience and conversion Innovate relentlessly: test, iterate, and launch creative campaigns and tools Drive strategic partnerships with travel brands, influencers, and affiliates Analyze performance across channels, delivering insights and forecasts Negotiate media buys, contracts, and vendor terms with confidence Foster a high-performance culture focused on ownership, learning, and results About You
Preferred location:
Florida (Eastern Time Zone) Open to:
Hybrid/remote roles with travel Experience:
5+ years leading digital marketing in fast-paced environment Expertise:
Proven success in performance marketing, including SEM, paid social, email, and SEO Industry background:
Strong experience in the travel, preferably cruise Communication skills:
Demonstrated ability to pitch ideas, present strategy, and close opportunities Track record:
History of winning—whether in sports, sales, or scaling startups Leadership:
Confident decision-maker who thrives under pressure and leads with clarity Collaboration:
Great communicator and negotiator who knows how to rally stakeholders Technical skills:
Hands-on experience with GA4, HubSpot, paid media platforms, and CRO tools Innovation:
Familiar with integrating AI tools into marketing workflows Bonus:
HTML/CSS knowledge and creative skills (Photoshop, Canva) You’ll Fit Right In If You…
Are an idea machine and a finisher Know how to sell, not just market Build “A teams” and develop talent Embrace innovation, experimentation, and constant learning Compete with heart—and play to win
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Director of Digital Marketing Cruise Direct has helped over 500,000 clients and welcomed more than 33 million visitors in our 15+ years of serving global travelers. As an Inc. 5000 award-winning online travel company, we specialize in making vacation planning frictionless, fun, and unforgettable. From bucket list adventures to last-minute getaways, we power dream vacations daily. We are building the future of online cruise booking—and looking for a relentless, results-obsessed digital marketing leader to help us win. The
Director of Digital Marketing
is a strategic yet scrappy executor who can scale campaigns, pitch new ideas, and lead a high-performing team. This role isn’t for spectators. We are looking for someone with the drive of an elite athlete, the creativity of an entrepreneur, and the precision of a data analyst. They oversee multi-channel marketing efforts, optimize every step of the funnel, and help shape the future of our brand. They are a builder—of campaigns, systems, teams, and momentum. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and know how to pitch, persuade, negotiate, and win, this is your seat. Key Responsibilities
Own and execute the digital marketing strategy aligned to business goals Oversee paid media, SEO, social, affiliate, email, and emerging channels Lead and grow a small, focused team of in-house marketers and agencies Design a data-driven, customer-first marketing engine to maximize ROI Build and optimize campaigns in Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, and others Collaborate with product, design, and engineering to enhance user experience and conversion Innovate relentlessly: test, iterate, and launch creative campaigns and tools Drive strategic partnerships with travel brands, influencers, and affiliates Analyze performance across channels, delivering insights and forecasts Negotiate media buys, contracts, and vendor terms with confidence Foster a high-performance culture focused on ownership, learning, and results About You
Preferred location:
Florida (Eastern Time Zone) Open to:
Hybrid/remote roles with travel Experience:
5+ years leading digital marketing in fast-paced environment Expertise:
Proven success in performance marketing, including SEM, paid social, email, and SEO Industry background:
Strong experience in the travel, preferably cruise Communication skills:
Demonstrated ability to pitch ideas, present strategy, and close opportunities Track record:
History of winning—whether in sports, sales, or scaling startups Leadership:
Confident decision-maker who thrives under pressure and leads with clarity Collaboration:
Great communicator and negotiator who knows how to rally stakeholders Technical skills:
Hands-on experience with GA4, HubSpot, paid media platforms, and CRO tools Innovation:
Familiar with integrating AI tools into marketing workflows Bonus:
HTML/CSS knowledge and creative skills (Photoshop, Canva) You’ll Fit Right In If You…
Are an idea machine and a finisher Know how to sell, not just market Build “A teams” and develop talent Embrace innovation, experimentation, and constant learning Compete with heart—and play to win
#J-18808-Ljbffr