Event Marketing Manager - On Tour

Event Marketing Manager - On Tour 

FitXR is a fitness technology company at the forefront of XR, creating a movement for movement.

Founded in 2016 in a garden shed in the UK, FitXR is now one of the top-downloaded apps on the Meta Quest store, having raised nearly $30m from investors like Maveron, Hiro, and BoostVC.

We offer a diverse range of fitness studios, from boxing workouts with Olympian Nicola Adams to immersive Zumba dance classes. While nothing beats experiencing it firsthand, you can check out a trailer here.

FitXR is available on Meta Quest 2 & 3, with over a million downloads worldwide. We've been featured in Forbes, Empire, T3, Washington Post, Men's Health, GQ, and more. In 2022, FitXR ranked 6th in The Information’s 50 Most Promising Startups.

TLDR

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Event Marketing Manager to join our team for an exciting temporary on-tour opportunity. Starting in Austin, TX, and culminating in San Francisco, CA, you will play a pivotal role in creating buzz, driving engagement, and ensuring successful event execution at every stop of the tour.

If you are passionate about crafting memorable experiences, generating grassroots excitement, and amplifying event impact through strategic marketing efforts, we want to hear from you.

Travel, lodging, and meals will all be fully covered throughout the tour.

Start Date: ASAP (Austin activation begins January 25)
End Date: End of February (San Francisco conclusion)
Location: On tour, traveling to designated cities (travel, lodging, and meals provided)

Where you’ll spend your time 

• Develop and execute social media strategies to promote tour stops and events.

• Create engaging content tailored to each location, including posts, videos, and live updates.

• Partner with influencers and local organizations to expand event reach.

• Cultivate relationships with local communities to build excitement around events.

• Leverage on-the-ground insights to adapt marketing strategies to each city's unique audience.

• Distribute promotional materials and engage with local businesses, organizations, and groups.

• Work with PR teams to pitch stories and secure media coverage for each event.

• Build relationships with local journalists and influencers to highlight the tour’s mission.

• Produce high-quality content, including photos, videos, and written materials, to capture the energy of each event.

• Maintain consistency in branding and messaging across all platforms.

• Share content with internal teams and partners for real-time amplification.

What we would love to see from you

• Proven experience in event marketing, grassroots campaigns, and content creation.

• Strong ability to engage local communities and drive awareness in diverse markets.

• Excellent communication skills, with a talent for storytelling across multiple channels.

• Comfort with fast-paced environments and tight timelines.

• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.

What you’ll find at FitXR 

• 💪 Stronger Together - We work as a team and trust each other to bring our best effort every day. Collaboration is at the core of what we do. We value diverse perspectives, take ownership of our work, and are committed to learning and growing together.

• 🏋️‍♂️ Move What Matters  – We make bold plays to drive meaningful impact for our users. With conviction and commercial acumen, we embrace challenges, use data to make informed decisions, and always keep our community in focus.

• 🚀 Deliver Greatness  – We aim for excellence in everything we deliver. With a solutions mindset and a focus on continuous improvement, we take initiative to generate results and create exceptional experiences at every touchpoint.

• 🌠Remain Nimble – We adapt quickly to new opportunities and prioritize with intent. By challenging conventional thinking, pushing boundaries, and exploring new approaches, we deliver innovative outcomes efficiently and effectively.

Our mission is to make the world healthier with the most loved fitness product, a Movement for Movement. Building inclusive products starts with an inclusive team and her at FitXR, we celebrate and welcome diversity and inclusivity.

Logistics 

At FitXR, we are a remote-first company, embracing the flexibility to move quickly, stay focused, and adapt with ease. While remote work comes with its challenges, we prioritize collaboration and strong communication to ensure our team remains connected and effective.

Our interview process takes place on Google Hangouts and tends to consist of the following stages:

• Initial Screen with Talent Team

• Hiring Manager / Technical Interview

• Collaborative Task

• Founder Interview

Some roles may involve additional stages, and the full process will be shared with you at screen stage.