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Brand Manager

Premier Talent Partners, Chicago, IL, United States


Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite – Chicago Board of Trade Building)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, onsite

Compensation: $85,000 – $95,000 base salary depending on experience

Discretionary year-end bonus

50% employer-covered health and dental insurance

Strong growth and compensation upside based on performance

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end brand strategy, content creation, and execution across all channels

Develop and implement brand positioning, voice, and messaging aligned with business goals

Manage and grow multi-channel content distribution (YouTube, Instagram, X, partner platforms, email)

Oversee daily content publishing and HubSpot/email distribution workflows

Drive creative direction and storytelling, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints

Analyze performance metrics (engagement, growth, reach) and optimize content strategy

Conduct market and audience research to inform brand and campaign decisions

Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives

Act as the sole owner of the brand/media function, operating with high autonomy and accountability

Experience

4+ years of experience in brand management, marketing, content, or a similar role

Proven ability to own both strategy and execution in a hands‑on environment

Experience managing multi-channel content and brand presence

Strong understanding of digital marketing, social media growth, and audience engagement

Ability to balance creative thinking with operational execution (posting, scheduling, distribution)

Self‑starter with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment

Strong communication and organizational skills with a high level of ownership

Tools & Technology

Analytics and reporting tools (platform‑native or similar)

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Lean, collaborative team (~12 employees)

High‑visibility role with direct impact on brand growth and business performance

Fast‑moving, entrepreneurial culture requiring initiative and adaptability

Opportunity to build and shape the brand function from the ground up

Benefits: Eligible employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to eligibility requirements. (If this is a contract role: This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits unless otherwise required by law.)

We do consider applications from qualified candidates with prior arrests and conviction records, in accordance with applicable regulations.

Work authorization: At this time, we are unable to offer employment sponsorship.

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