Senior Director of Marketing

Gala

Gala is creating entertainment that empowers on the blockchain. Across our family of brands, including Games, Music, Film, and VOX, we're empowering creators and fans to build the future of entertainment.

Powered by talent from around the globe, we believe in making bold moves to create products that have never been seen in the marketplace. Gala was founded by Eric Schiermeyer (gaming legend and co-founder of Zynga) and Michael McCarthy (the Creative Director behind viral gaming hits such as Farmville 2). Since then, Gala has grown to be a leader in Web3 entertainment.

Under the Gala brand, we have a growing roster of reputable partners across Gaming and Entertainment, including DreamWorks, AMC, and NBCU. Plus, legendary game developers Peter Molyneux and Will Wright and music greats like Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Kings of Leon, and BT.

Our values are based on openness and ownership and the ability to deliver games, experiences, and opportunities to people worldwide. We are breaking down barriers to bring our communities joy, entertainment, and real-world value.

At Gala, we work with flexibility; we have a great time with our colleagues and love getting things done. While working here, you'll imagine and create new and exciting things for the world to enjoy. Your talents and efforts will improve our audiences' lives in the real world.

And this is just the beginning...

The Role

With a portfolio of diverse tech products, Gala is at the forefront of revolutionizing various industries by leveraging blockchain technology to create innovative and engaging experiences for our customers. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Marketing to lead our marketing efforts and drive customer engagement for our suite of products.

As the Director of Marketing, you will be pivotal in shaping the marketing strategy and driving marketing initiatives to promote our blockchain solutions, gaming platforms, and entertainment products. You will work closely with product owners and cross-functional teams to understand our target audience, develop go-to-market strategies, and create compelling marketing campaigns that resonate with our customers.

You will be a part of a company of super-achievers who work together to bring forth the evolution of entertainment. The ideal candidate has prior blockchain, experience, excellent people skills, business acumen, and an exemplary work ethic. We want someone with experience and passion for web3, cryptocurrency, and NFTs. We would love someone with a deep passion for games, strong product management skills, and an impressive track record for working in a fast-paced, evolving, creative-minded environment.
Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies to drive awareness, engagement, and adoption of our blockchain, gaming, and entertainment products.
• Plan and execute digital marketing strategies, including SEO/SEM, email, social media, and display advertising campaigns.
• Design social media strategies to build and maintain our social media presence.
• Measure and report the performance of all digital marketing campaigns and assess against goals (ROI and KPIs)
• Collaborate with product owners to understand product features, benefits, and target audience to tailor marketing messaging and campaigns accordingly.
• Lead the development of creative marketing assets, including website content, blog posts, social media content, videos, email campaigns, and advertising materials.
• Manage and optimize digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing, and display advertising, to maximize customer acquisition and retention.
• Analyze marketing performance metrics and KPIs to track campaign effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and optimize marketing spend.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in blockchain, gaming, and entertainment to inform marketing strategies and tactics.
• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, industry influencers, and strategic partners to enhance brand visibility and drive business growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing marketing team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in marketing roles with a focus on blockchain technology, gaming, or entertainment industries.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing strategies and campaigns that drive customer engagement and business growth.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, gaming mechanics, and entertainment trends, with the ability to translate technical concepts into compelling marketing messaging.
• Hands-on experience with digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing, and advertising platforms.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, extract insights, and make data-driven decisions to optimize marketing performance.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Creative thinker with a passion for innovation, customer-centricity, and driving results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, stellar work ethic, fun collaborator
• Excited by problem-solving
• Fearless

Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications

• Driven and motivated by innovation

#LI-Onsite

Gala is an equal-opportunity employer and adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Working Hours
• Unlimited PTO
• US Based Employees 100% covered for employees (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program and several more

NEXT STEPS

If you have the experience, passion, and drive to join our team, then please submit a resume by clicking the apply button below!

Gala does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including, and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Gala will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.