Marketing Manager

About Jazz Cafe and Role Overview

Jazz Cafe has been a cornerstone of London's live music scene for over three decades, celebrated for hosting iconic artists and emerging talents alike. As part of The Columbo Group, an independent hospitality and entertainment company that includes venues and festivals like Phonox, Maiden Voyage Festival, and Eastern Electrics Festival, it offers a vibrant, culturally rich environment.

We are seeking a hands-on Marketing Manager to spearhead the promotion of Jazz Cafe's live music calendar. This role demands a passion for music, expertise in ticket sales strategies, and the ability to craft engaging campaigns that resonate with audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead marketing and promotional activities for Jazz Cafe's live music events.
• Design and execute multi-channel campaigns targeting ticket sales growth.
• Manage paid social media advertising using Meta Business Manager.
• Develop engaging copy for emails, social media, websites, and other advertising media.
• Collaborate closely with event promoters, artists, and management teams.
• Coordinate briefs for photographers, videographers, and designers to produce high-quality creative content.
• Analyze campaign results to continuously optimize marketing effectiveness.
• Stay informed on current music trends, cultural developments, and audience preferences to keep marketing efforts fresh and relevant.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum two years experience marketing and promoting live music events.
• Proven ability to sell tickets through innovative and successful marketing campaigns.
• Strong passion for music with broad knowledge across diverse genres.
• Comprehensive understanding of contemporary social media platforms and trends.
• Skilled in running paid campaigns via Meta Business Manager.
• Exceptional copywriting skills with an ability to establish a unique voice.
• Experience briefing and collaborating effectively with creative professionals like photographers and videographers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-standard creative settings.

What We Offer

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Dynamic and fast-moving workplace with varied daily tasks.
• Opportunity to gain insights from a seasoned Promotions team active across London's prominent music venues.
• Significant responsibilities from the outset with room for career growth within the company.

Employee Benefits

• Unlimited guest list access and complimentary tickets to Columbo events.
• Half-price discount on food and beverages at all venues.
• Frequent team social activities.
• Enrollment in company pension plan.
• Standard working hours from 10am to 6pm, with remote work on Wednesdays.
• Creative office space located above Jazz Cafe in Camden surrounded by passionate music enthusiasts.