Director of Event Marketing

We are Rokt, a hyper-growth ecommerce leader. Rokt is the global leader in ecommerce, unlocking real-time relevance in the moment that matters most. Rokt’s AI Brain and ecommerce Network powers billions of transactions connecting hundreds of millions of customers, and is trusted to do this by the world’s leading companies.

We are a team of builders helping smart businesses find innovative ways to meet customer needs and generate incremental revenue. Leading companies drive 10-50% of additional revenue—and often all their profits—from the extra products or services they sell. This economic edge unleashes a world of possibilities for growth and innovation.

At Rokt, we practice transparency in career paths and compensation.  We believe in transparency, which is why we have a well-defined career ladder with transparent compensation and clear career paths based on competency and ability. Rokt’stars constantly strive to raise the bar, pushing the envelope of what is possible.

We are looking for a Director of Event Marketing

Total compensation ranges from $209,000-$221,000, including a fixed annual salary of $170,000-$182,000, an employee equity plan grant, and world-class benefits.

Equity grants are issued in good faith, subject to company policies, board approval, and individual eligibility.

About the Role :

We’re looking for someone to deliver exceptional event experiences, both for our internal Rokt’stars and external clients & prospects, designed to amplify and advance Rokt’s impact and mission by positioning Rokt as a thought leader in the ecommerce technology industry.

This person should be an experienced Event Marketing professional who understands all aspects of event planning and production for large audiences and intimate gatherings. This person should enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You must have excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, be deadline-driven, and have a creative mind. If you can multi-task, coordinate numerous projects at once, and be willing to own the outcome of your event campaigns, this may be the role for you.

Success in this role will be measured by the overall positive representation of the Rokt brand for both an internal Rokt’star audience (employees) and external clients and business prospects by delivering a flawless and successful experience with a high standard of excellence.

Responsibilities :

• Lead large-scale event sponsorships and activations to improve Rokt’s industry position as a thought leader in ecommerce technology and drive greater awareness of Rokt among key clients and prospects
• Oversee and drive key external event programs that align with Rokt’s overall business objectives, product roadmap, and marketing calendar to drive business revenue
• Manage all event research and coordination with vendors to evaluate sponsorships and speaking engagements
• Work across functions with Rokt’s leadership team, marketing team, creative team, etc., to deliver exceptional, engaging, and meaningful event experiences
• Manage priorities, develop detailed production plans, and partner with leaders across all levels to drive cross-functional event initiatives
• Maintain clear communications with internal and external stakeholders by developing concise and detailed briefs and providing regular updates on planning progress
• Build relationships with external vendors to find ways to consistently raise the bar on our guest experiences at all events and hospitality programs we offer
• Work with third-party vendors, production agencies, and the larger marketing team to determine communication objectives, define approaches, and develop promotional materials for all events
• Allocate resources and manage deadlines to ensure events are executed on time and within budget

Requirements

About You :

Benefits

About Rokt’stars :

As a mission-driven, hyper-growth community of curious explorers, our ambition is to unlock real-time relevancy in ecommerce and beyond. Our bias for action means we are not afraid to quickly venture into uncharted territories, take risks, or challenge the status quo; in doing so we either win or learn. We work together as one aligned team, never letting egos get in the way of brilliant ideas. We value diversity, transparency, and smart humble people who enjoy building a disruptive business together. We pride ourselves on being a force for good as we make the world better.

About the Benefits :

We leverage best-in-class technology and market-leading innovation in AI and ML, with all of that being underlined by building and maintaining a fantastic and inclusive culture where people can be their authentic selves, and offering a great list of perks and benefits to go with it :

We believe we’re better together. We love spending time together and are in the office most days (teams are in the office 4 days per week).

We at Rokt choose to create a company that is as diverse and inclusive as the world we live in by attracting, growing & keeping the best talent. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If this sounds like a role you’d enjoy, apply here, and you’ll hear from our recruiting team.