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Job Description Director of Performance Growth Marketing One River School of Art + Design Founded in 2012 “one river” west of New York City, One River School is on a mission to “transform art education” in America. With 15 schools across six states and national expansion ahead, we offer innovative programs that make learning contemporary art and design fun and accessible for all ages. Position Summary The Director of Performance Growth Marketing serves as a senior leader and creative strategist, driving One River School’s brand visibility, enrollment growth, and storytelling. Reporting to the CEO, this individual will lead all national and local marketing initiatives across digital, print, social, and experiential channels - building campaigns that inspire new students to join while deepening loyalty among current members. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and creative executor - someone who can balance data-driven decision-making with artistic sensibility and an instinct for powerful storytelling. This is a key leadership role in shaping One River’s evolution into a national, technology-forward, and culturally influential brand. Responsibilities * Brand Strategy and Growth * Drive the development of brand strategy initiatives in collaboration with the leadership team * Develop and execute local and national marketing plans that drive enrollment, awareness, and retention across multiple customer segments (Kids, Teens, Adults) * Oversee integrated advertising campaigns (Google, Meta, Streaming, Print and Events) * Manage the marketing budget, media buys, and creative production calendar * Communications and Content * Oversee all content creation across web, social, video, and email, ensuring a unified brand voice and compelling storytelling * Develop brand campaigns that tell the story of how One River School is “transforming art education” * Lead a social media and community engagement strategy to grow organic reach and elevate One River’s role as a thought leader in art education * Collaborate with PR partners on media, events, and influencer relationships * Oversee website, SEO, CRM, and digital communications to ensure a seamless user experience and strong conversion funnel * Data, Analytics, and Performance * Build a culture of data-driven marketing; analyze results to continuously improve campaigns and test new formats * Create dashboards and KPI reporting for enrollment, lead generation, and ROI * Use insights to refine pricing, promotions, loyalty programs, and membership offers * Team Leadership and Collaboration * Lead and mentor a small, high-performing marketing team and external creative partners * Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, education, technology, and franchise development teams * Act as brand ambassador across all schools and ensure marketing excellence and alignment at every level Qualifications * 8+ years of marketing leadership experience, preferably in multi-unit retail, member-based businesses, for-profit education, or lifestyle brands * Experience managing creative production and brand storytelling * Proven success in developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that drive measurable growth * Strong understanding of digital advertising, SEO/SEM, and social media ecosystems * Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills * Creative thinker with analytical rigor * Proficiency with Google Ads, Meta Business Suite, CRM systems, and Adobe Creative Suite * Passionate about visual arts and art education Compensation & Benefits: * $120,000-$130,000 plus competitive performance-based bonus * Long term incentive plan * Health, Dental and Vision insurance * Paid Time Off * Professional development support * Creative, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment * Hybrid schedule with in person work at our Englewood, NJ office How to Apply: Submit your resume and a cover letter. One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Vice President Marketing Vice President of Marketing is responsible for developing a 360-marketing plan and leading and leading a marketing team that supports growth of the retail, shop-at-home, and trade business units. He/she is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that builds new customers and drives sales across all channels. He/she must have keen insight of Blinds to Go business and brand strategy and be able to balance short-term results with long-term brand positioning. He/she must be a hands-on manager, an astute analyst and good strategist. He/she must have relevant experience in a multi-location retail or service business with knowledge of lever to drive store traffic and shop at home leads. Responsibilities: · Direct and a manage internal marketing team that includes digital marketing manager and analyst, social media team, creative team, web development team, and regional marketing managers · Develop a 360-marketing plan and calendar that drive business short-term and build brand · Monitor competitive activity and develop counter programs to ensure pre-eminence of the BTG brand online · Develop and sustain a culture that values analytical problem-solving, collaboration, ownership and accountability · Work with other department to lead programs and activities that contribute to growth of business and brand Requirements: · Bachelor’s or master’s degree in marketing, communications, or cognitive sciences, mathematics, statistics, sciences or engineering · 10+ years experience in digital marketing in retail, or consumer product/service business · Multi-channel marketing experience · Experience with SEO, PPC, content marketing, paid search and social marketing · 5+ years management and leadership experience · Working knowledge of database marketing, email marketing, statistical analysis · Strong analytical, problem-solving, data manipulation and planning skills · Strong computer skills including (Excel, Google Analytics, relational databases etc.) · Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and able to work independently · High level of self-motivation and intellectual curiosity · Good oral and written communication skills We will invest 6-9 month onboarding this senior manager to ensure their long-term success at Blinds to Go. He/she Will develop a strong knowledge of sales, business and marketing process and relationships and strong instincts for the brand and business. Development plan will be individualized, but will include time in stores understanding the customer, how product is sold, and BTG’s competitive advantage and mentoring from business owners.

Job Description Hi, we're Nuts.com! Nuts.com is a self-funded, profitable, rapidly growing multi-channel DTC specialty food and wellness company with over 550 people on our team. We're changing the landscape of snacking on nuts, dried fruit, chocolate and more! We planted our roots in Newark, New Jersey during the Great Depression, selling premium nuts on Mulberry Street's open-air market. We've come quite a long way since then, taking our multi-generational family business online in 1999. Even after 96 years, we continue to pride ourselves in expertly sourcing the highest quality foods and treating our customers like family. What's our team like? We're driven, collaborative and entrepreneurial. Energy and passion power our business and we look for candidates who share in that excitement to help us continue to build something special. The role: Nuts.com is seeking a Brand and Creative Director to lead the creative and strategic vision that drives growth, loyalty, and storytelling across all touchpoints. This leader will oversee Nuts.com's customer-centric brand strategy, creative direction, and the performance-driven creative assets that fuel our advertising engine. This role sits at the intersection of brand building and performance marketing, balancing creative excellence with measurable business outcomes. Reporting to the Chief Strategy & Sales Officer, you'll shape how Nuts.com shows up in the world, from upper-funnel brand campaigns to the iterative, data-driven ad creative that powers our digital channels. You'll guide a multidisciplinary team of creatives, strategists, and producers in creating work that's bold, smart, and high-performing, spanning DTC, B2B, Retail, and Amazon. What you'll do: Brand Strategy & Leadership • Develop and execute a unified brand strategy that aligns with company goals, customer insights, and market trends., • Lead brand positioning, architecture, and messaging frameworks to ensure consistency across all customer touchpoints., • Partner cross-functionally to embed brand thinking across the business: marketing, product innovation / merchandising, e-commerce, retail, B2B, and customer experience., • Translate brand values into compelling campaigns and narratives that deepen customer connection and drive business growth around a clear and distinct value proposition.Creative Direction & Execution, • Oversee all creative development, from campaign concepts to day-to-day content, ensuring a cohesive and inspiring brand identity., • Collaborate with the Creative Manager (Art & Copy) and design team to produce assets for digital, social, video, and packaging., • Provide art direction and storytelling guidance that elevates creative quality while maintaining alignment with brand voice and tone., • Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies (when needed) to deliver on-time, on-brief creative work that meets performance and brand goals.Performance Creative, • Build and lead a nimble "creative studio" function that operates on speed, experimentation, and data-driven iteration., • Establish creative testing frameworks that incorporate rapid concepting, A/B testing, and insights application., • Oversee end-to-end creative production for paid channels (Meta, TikTok, Google, YouTube, Display), ensuring output volume and quality., • Oversee TV creative, • Oversee email & retention assets, • Partner with the Creative Performance Strategist and Growth Marketing teams to review creative results, identify winning themes, and scale what performs., • Manage external freelance talent and production partners to expand creative capacity as needed.Cross-Functional Collaboration, • Collaborate closely with Growth, Product, CX, Operations, and E-commerce teams to ensure brand and creative strategies support broader business priorities., • Partner with the Chief Strategy & Sales Officer to translate strategic goals into creative initiatives that drive measurable impact., • Ensure creative alignment across DTC, Retail, B2B, and Amazon channels for a consistent customer experience.Market Insights & Innovation, • Drive and leverage consumer insights, testing data, and competitive analysis to inform creative and brand strategies., • Identify cultural and category trends to ensure the brand remains fresh, relevant, and differentiated., • Drive new product storytelling and go-to-market creative strategies in partnership with product and merchandising teams.Performance Tracking & Optimization, • Define KPIs and dashboards for creative and brand performance., • Use data-driven insights to continually refine messaging, creative direction, and channel mix., • Foster a test-and-learn culture that rewards curiosity, agility, and smart risk-taking.Team Leadership & Development, • Lead, mentor, and inspire a cross-functional creative team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and growth., • Provide clear direction, feedback, and development opportunities to elevate creative craft and strategic thinking., • 10+ years of experience in brand and creative leadership, ideally within DTC, CPG, or digitally native consumer brands., • Analytical and data oriented., • Deep understanding of both brand storytelling and performance creative optimization., • Proven track record of developing and scaling creative that drives measurable results across Meta, TikTok, Google, and emerging platforms., • Experience leading multidisciplinary creative teams and collaborating cross-functionally., • Exceptional communication, presentation, planning and leadership skills., • Strong understanding of creative production, design systems, and digital marketing principles., • A high-growth and rewarding role in a foundationally strong and rapidly evolving business, • Annual Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000 plus annual bonus, • Excellent benefits including a 401K Match, • Paid Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave EEO STATEMENT Nuts.com is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, immigration status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should reach out to us at .

Job Description VP of Marketing One River School of Art + Design Founded in 2012 “one river” west of New York City, One River School is on a mission to “transform art education” in America. With 15 schools across six states and national expansion ahead, we offer innovative programs that make learning contemporary art and design fun and accessible for all ages. Position Summary The VP of Marketing serves as a senior leader and creative strategist, driving One River School’s brand visibility, enrollment growth, and storytelling. Reporting to the CEO, this individual will lead all national and local marketing initiatives across digital, print, social, and experiential channels - building campaigns that inspire new students to join while deepening loyalty among current members. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and creative executor - someone who can balance data-driven decision-making with artistic sensibility and an instinct for powerful storytelling. This is a key leadership role in shaping One River’s evolution into a national, technology-forward, and culturally influential brand. Responsibilities * Brand Strategy and Growth * Drive the development of brand strategy initiatives in collaboration with the leadership team * Develop and execute local and national marketing plans that drive enrollment, awareness, and retention across multiple customer segments (Kids, Teens, Adults) * Oversee integrated advertising campaigns (Google, Meta, Streaming, Print and Events) * Manage the marketing budget, media buys, and creative production calendar * Communications and Content * Oversee all content creation across web, social, video, and email, ensuring a unified brand voice and compelling storytelling * Develop brand campaigns that tell the story of how One River School is “transforming art education” * Lead a social media and community engagement strategy to grow organic reach and elevate One River’s role as a thought leader in art education * Collaborate with PR partners on media, events, and influencer relationships * Oversee website, SEO, CRM, and digital communications to ensure a seamless user experience and strong conversion funnel * Data, Analytics, and Performance * Build a culture of data-driven marketing; analyze results to continuously improve campaigns and test new formats * Create dashboards and KPI reporting for enrollment, lead generation, and ROI * Use insights to refine pricing, promotions, loyalty programs, and membership offers * Team Leadership and Collaboration * Lead and mentor a small, high-performing marketing team and external creative partners * Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, education, technology, and franchise development teams * Act as brand ambassador across all schools and ensure marketing excellence and alignment at every level Qualifications * 8+ years of marketing leadership experience, preferably in multi-unit retail, member-based businesses, for-profit education, or lifestyle brands * Experience managing creative production and brand storytelling * Proven success in developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that drive measurable growth * Strong understanding of digital advertising, SEO/SEM, and social media ecosystems * Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills * Creative thinker with analytical rigor * Proficiency with Google Ads, Meta Business Suite, CRM systems, and Adobe Creative Suite * Passionate about visual arts and art education Compensation & Benefits: * $150,000 plus competitive performance-based bonus * Long term incentive plan * Health, Dental and Vision insurance * Paid Time Off * Professional development support * Creative, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment * Hybrid schedule with in person work at our Englewood, NJ office How to Apply: Submit your resume and a cover letter. One River is an Equal Opportunity Employer institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, pregnancy or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.