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Marketing Manager | Full-Time | Palm Springs Plaza Theatre

Oakview Group, Palm Springs, California, United States, 92292

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Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. We offer an unmatched, 360‑degree solution set for a collection of world‑class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest‑attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary The

Marketing Manager

will develop and implement all marketing efforts at the Plaza Theatre, including advertising, media buying, interactive media, ticketing analysis, social media, promotions, public relations, and grassroots initiatives. The role builds digital marketing campaigns (email, social strategy) and creates/maintains relationships with media, promotional partners, and clients. The Marketing Manager reports directly to the venue Director of Marketing.

This role offers an annual salary of $75,000–$80,000.

Benefits for Full‑Time roles Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, 11 holidays).

Availability This position will remain open until April 24, 2026.

About the Venue The Historic

Palm Springs Plaza Theatre

is located in the heart of Downtown Palm Springs, California. After a $34 million restoration, it re‑opened on December 1, 2025. The theatre hosts 120+ events per year, including the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Palm Springs Symphony, Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus, Modern Men: Coachella Valley Men’s Chorus, Palm Springs Pops Orchestra, Modernism Week, Palm Springs Jazz Festival, and many national touring acts. It seats 700.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and coordinate event and facility advertising programs and opportunities

Prepare clear and concise advertising/marketing/sponsorship inventory reports

Implement and administer public relations model; plan, organize, and coordinate all public relations efforts for the facility and its events

Manage social media sites on an on‑going, daily basis and engage in conversations across social channels with guests, artists, local media, etc. while building followers and engagement

Assist in creating basic venue graphics along with the Director of Marketing and vendors

Monitor the venue’s website and make updates and edits as required

Execute successful email campaigns including creation, editing, and pulling statistics

Serve as on‑site marketing department representative for designated events, with duties including but not limited to: social media tasks, serving as the venue PR representative, media coordination and escorting, house photographer coordination and escorting, etc.

Engage in pre‑event advance conversations with promoters or artist media teams to prepare for all event marketing needs

Coordinate, purchase, and prepare promotional items such as nightly brochures, giveaways, etc.

Coordinate, purchase, and prepare gifts for artists, promoters, partners, etc.

Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co‑workers, part‑time staff, contractors, patrons/public and municipal officials

Work a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed

Create and maintain detailed media budgets, settlement documents, and recap summaries for facility events

Coordinate, execute and participate in community events and outreach programs

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

3–5 years of marketing experience, preferably in a theatre, convention center, stadium, arena, or public assembly facility setting

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in marketing, communications, business, or related field, or equivalent career experience

Bi‑lingual a plus

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and Internet

Experience in digital creative programs such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid drivers’ license

Friendly, can‑do attitude and flexibility

Knowledge of operational characteristics of events

Familiarity with terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settings

Ability to work both indoors and outdoors as required by event

Ability to work extended periods of time both walking and/or standing

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Our Commitment to Inclusion At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We believe inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to, veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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