NinjaTrader is hiring: Content Marketing Associate in Chicago

Job Overview

Join NinjaTrader as a Content Marketing Associate to amplify our live trading platform across social channels. This role drives brand awareness, community engagement, and content coordination for NinjaTrader Live.

What You’ll Do

• Promote NinjaTrader Live’s daily schedule and upcoming shows.
• Extend live content with real‑time posts, highlight clips, quotes, and recaps.
• Act quickly on market news and in‑show moments to turn them into shareable, real‑time content.
• Amplify contributors, guests, and partners to broaden reach.
• Maintain a timely, consistent voice that captures NinjaTrader Live’s energy.
• Spark dialogue and spotlight community voices beyond streaming hours.
• Respond authentically to comments and mentions.
• Highlight standout moments from contributors and audience to build connection.
• Balance energy with credibility by maintaining a voice that’s engaging, transparent, and compliant with financial guidelines.
• Partner with the Creative Content Editor to brief asset needs.
• Manage a clear, organized content calendar.
• Ensure brand consistency across visuals and messaging.
• Track KPIs: engagement, reach, impressions, follower growth, attribution.
• Deliver weekly and monthly reports with insights and recommendations.
• Test and refine content strategies for awareness, reach, and retention.
• Stay ahead of platform updates and trends.

What You’ll Need

• 2–4 years of experience in content marketing, social media, or digital marketing—preferably in media, sports, entertainment, or finance.
• Proven ability to execute platform‑specific content strategies that drive audience growth and engagement.
• Strong editorial and copywriting skills—able to turn market moments into compelling headlines and social content.
• Skilled at managing content calendars, coordinating assets, and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, live‑event‑driven environment.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and consistency.

Bonus Points

• Knowledge of the Futures space.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000 USD
Annual Target Bonus: 6% of base (performance‑based).
Benefits include 401(k) with 3.5% match, 18 days PTO, 7 paid holidays, health/dental/vision coverage, paid parental leave, life & disability coverage.

Location & Work Schedule

This role is based in Chicago, IL. Hybrid schedule: In‑office Tuesday‑Thursday, remote Monday & Friday, plus 20 additional flex remote days annually.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender or gender identity, or veteran status.