POSITION TITLE Marketing Manager, Campaigns
FLSA STATUS Full Time Regular Exempt
REPORTS TO Director of Marketing and Communications
DEPARTMENT Marketing
LOCATION Office is in downtown San Diego. Currently working remotely and will move to
in-office or hybrid in due course.
ORGANIZATION
San Diego Repertory Theatre (The REP) produces intimate, provocative, inclusive theatre. We are downtown San
Diego’s resident professional theatre, currently celebrating our 46th season.
As the resident and managing company of the Lyceum Theatres, we produce and host over 550 events and
performances a year. We promote an interconnected community through vivid works that nourish progressive
political and social values and celebrate the multiple voices of our region.
We produce an eclectic mix of world premieres, brilliant contemporary plays and re-imagined classics. To enhance
the theatre experience and encourage dialogue, over 60 surround events are offered free of charge throughout the
season—a diverse assortment of salons, mini concerts, and forums with scholars and artists.
We are committed to diversity both on-stage and among our staff and invite interested applicants to review our EDI
statement, posted on our website. We encourage applications from marginalized communities including black,
indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA , women, neurodiverse, and people with disabilities.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Marketing Manager, Campaigns translates the REP’s vision and mission into the planning and execution of
single ticket and subscription marketing campaigns to achieve revenue, attendance and positioning goals. This is a
great opportunity to make your mark on a well-established company that makes acclaimed work going through an
exciting period of change and growth.
The Marketing Manager, Campaigns works closely with the Director of Marketing to develop strategy, and manages
marketing activity for the REP’s annual season of performances, festivals and events. The role manages the
relationship with external designers; artwork and design traffic, briefings and revision process, as well as production
management of campaign collateral and advertising materials. The role also delivers marketing services to support
internal departments.
Maintenance of strict schedules for design deliverables are managed through this position for both print and digital
needs. This role requires the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with meticulous attention to detail and
a high level of accuracy. An individual with excellent organization skills and energy will thrive in this multi-faceted
role and fast-paced environment.
The Marketing Manager, Campaigns works as part of the Marketing team and is a member of several cross-
departmental teams. Great interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude are essential for success, as this role
collaborates with numerous departments across the company including Artistic, Box Office, PR, FOH, Community
Engagement and Production.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Revenue and Yield
Manage single ticket and subscription marketing campaigns to deliver revenue, ticket and positioning goals
Analyze sales reports to identify gaps in sales driving activities and in response, revise campaign in a timely
manner as required
Manage and implement other strategic marketing activity e.g. brand awareness, student tickets, tourism,
engagement events
Work closely with Marketing, PR, Box Office colleagues and external consultants to optimize yield
Manage marketing support projects for internal departments
Marketing Campaigns and Projects
In collaboration with the Director of Marketing, translate The REP’s work into marketable
language/concepts/imagery for existing and new audiences; create and develop strategic subscription and
single ticket campaigns
Act as key point of contact for media relationships, and design and delivery of all advertising
Management of design schedule; including completion of artwork briefs, briefing designers,
ensuring that no deadlines are missed
Maintain tasks using the project management software (Asana) including design jobs and other general
marketing deliverables
Ensure adherence to brand guidelines, proof read and review all campaign assets for quality control and
consistency
Writing, edit and proof-read copy for marketing materials and scripts for telemarketing campaigns
Manage the approval and proofing process for marketing collateral. Work with Development department to
ensure correct donor and funder acknowledgments are included
Coordinate mailing projects as part of subscriptions and singe ticket marketing campaigns, working with
internal team members, external printers and mailing houses
Negotiate and source quotes to ensure effective budget spending, quality of projects and attentiveness to
timelines/deadlines
Contribute ideas and expertize to the creation of content to represent The REP’s work and support effective
marketing campaigns
General
Processing of invoices for the departmental expenses and track expenditures against budget.
Maintain and update the organization of internal asset management files and keep the filing archives
accurate and up to date at all times.
Adhere to brand guidelines as outlined in various marketing strategies for all communications.
Develop Tessitura skills, be an active contributor to Tessitura business requirements as they relate to
marketing and ensure the team is trained and using Tessitura in work practice
Deliver post campaign reporting.
Work with Director of Marketing on research projects as required
Be an active participant in agreed cross-departmental teams
Other reasonable duties as required
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS
Essential
Minimum 3 to 5 years marketing experience. Knowledge of and interest in theatre and arts is a plus.
Proven experience running successful marketing campaigns.
Proven experience in briefing and project managing design deliverables and advertising collateral
Advanced traffic management skills, including proofing and print production.
Excellent copywriting skills.
Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
A keen eye for detail and enjoys working as part of a team in a busy arts environment.
Excellent organizational & multi-tasking skills, with the ability to prioritize & meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to deal with a wide variety of
stakeholders internally and externally.
Experience in handling agency and supplier relationships.
Excellent PC IT skills including advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
(e.g. Asana) and an ability to learn new programs if required. Adobe Suite and Tessitura is a plus.
Ability to work some nights and weekends as needed when shows or events are in season.
EDUCATION
Relevant qualifications in Communications, Marketing or a similar discipline, or equivalent work history.
COMPENSATION
This full time exempt position will receive compensation of $55,000-65,000 per year plus benefits, including paid
vacation, employer sponsored health insurance, employee-paid dental and vision insurance, and participation in
403b and FSA plans.
TO APPLY
Please email the following to szappala@sdrep.org.
Resume
Cover letter that addresses the experience and skills required for this role (as listed above)
Two examples of marketing copywriting from campaigns you have worked on
Please note: Form letters or resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. No agencies or phone calls,
please. This job description describes the broad scope of the role and is not an exhaustive list. It may also change
from time to time with due consultation to meet the changing needs of the business.
The REP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed,
color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, gender identity,
genetic information, sex or sexual orientation, or any other protected category in its hiring and employment
practices, or in any other aspect of the employment relationship.
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