Remote Sports Marketing Specialist
Gqeberha, Port Elizabeth, 6000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing
About the Role
Our client is seeking a creative and results-driven Remote Sports Marketing Specialist to lead brand building and promotional efforts for their diverse portfolio of sports properties. In this fully remote role, you will develop and execute innovative marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels to increase brand awareness, drive fan engagement, and support ticket sales and merchandise revenue. You will work closely with various internal teams, including content creators, social media managers, and sales departments, to ensure cohesive brand messaging and maximize campaign impact.
This is an exciting opportunity for a marketing professional with a passion for sports to shape brand narratives and connect with audiences globally.
- Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies and campaigns for sports events, teams, and athletes.
- Manage and grow social media presence across relevant platforms, creating engaging content and fostering community interaction.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and optimize marketing efforts.
- Collaborate with design and content teams to create compelling marketing collateral, advertisements, and promotional materials.
- Measure and report on the performance of marketing campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Manage relationships with external agencies, media partners, and influencers to amplify brand reach.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in sports marketing, with a strong understanding of the sports industry landscape.
- Proven ability to develop and execute successful digital marketing campaigns (SEO, SEM, social media, email).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for creative storytelling.
- Proficiency in marketing analytics tools and reporting.
- Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote team environment.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
- Opportunity to work with high-profile sports brands and events.
- Professional development budget for conferences and training.
- Collaborative and dynamic virtual work culture.
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