Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager

Reports to: Co-Founders Classification: Full Time Salary: $45,000 - $52,000 annually

Danger Boat Productions creates innovative and engaging shows, such as The Theater of Public Policy, that entertain and inspire thoughtful conversations about significant ideas and issues. Since its founding in 2011, the company has delivered over 900 live events nationwide, building a reputation for blending humor with meaningful dialogue. The company is growing quickly, with major statewide and national projects already teed up for 2026.

DBP is seeking a talented self‑starter who can help the organization level up.

This senior‑level role is an exciting opportunity to help communicate for one of the most dynamic theater and creative production companies in Minnesota. We’re looking for a creative, organized, and audience‑focused Marketing Manager to lead all marketing and communications efforts and help shape the voice of Danger Boat. This role will drive two primary goals: generating B2B sales for our product offerings and building audience attendance for our live engagements.

The successful candidate will have proficiencies:

• Communicating across a variety of platforms to general audience to drive attendance
• Drafting different digital and print marketing materials with strong calls to action
• Proactively building systems and solving organizational bottlenecks
• Understanding the needs of multiple different client industries including government, nonprofit, healthcare, Foundations, and corporations.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a small, mission‑driven organization, balancing strategy with hands‑on execution across digital, social, email, and traditional marketing channels.

This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with a flexible work schedule. It’s a unique opportunity for a self‑directed individual who loves creative, thought‑provoking work with high community impact, working alongside some of the most fun people in Minnesota.

• Manage organizational newsletters and email marketing campaigns using Mailchimp
• Track performance using Google Analytics, CRM tools, and social platform insights
• Provide actionable analysis of campaign results and audience engagement
• Support SEO and website updates for ongoing visibility and discoverability

• Plan, develop, and execute a multi‑channel content calendar for Instagram, Facebook, Linked In, You Tube, and emerging platforms
• Write captions, apply SEO/hashtag strategies, and tailor content per platform
• Create or coordinate reels, shorts, graphics, and other visual assets
• Monitor, engage, and grow our online community

• Write and edit accurate, engaging content aligned with our brand tone and mission
• Collaborate with co‑founders on messaging and editorial strategy
• Produce short‑form videos highlighting our work; script, film, and edit
• Ensure all content meets accessibility and editorial standards

• Create targeted outreach campaigns for prospective organizational clients
• Develop compelling proposals, decks, and presentations to drive workshop sales
• Support lead generation and nurturing through email, Linked In, and digital tools

• Cultivate media relationships and pitch stories about our work
• Draft and distribute press releases and outreach materials
• Maintain press kits and contact lists

• Design graphics for internal and external promotion, including events, social media, and email
• Maintain consistent branding across all materials
• Coordinate photo/video shoots as needed

Required:

• 2–5 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Mailchimp, Canva, Google Workspace, and major social platforms
• Experience creating social media content including video
• Basic familiarity with analytics tools and SEO
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred:

• Experience marketing in the arts, entertainment, or nonprofit…