Event & Community Marketing Manager

Department: Marketing / Brand MarketingLocation: New York, NY (Manhattan HQ)Type: Full-TimeReports to: Senior Brand Marketing ManagerWHO WE AREVenum is the #1 combat sports brand in the world, trusted by elite athletes and worn across the UFC, boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, BJJ, and training communities worldwide. Our products are built for performance, authenticity, and athletes who live the fight game. As Venum expands its North American headquarters in New York, we are building a strong grassroots marketing engine that connects the brand directly with athletes, gyms, communities, and fans across the country. Our strategy focuses on authentic engagement within combat sports while supporting the brand’s growth into Team Sports, Football, and other performance categories. The Event & Community Marketing Manager will play a critical role in ensuring that Venum remains deeply connected to the communities that define the brand. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe are hiring an Event & Community Marketing Manager to lead Venum’s grassroots marketing initiatives across North America. This role will manage event activations, community engagement programs, athlete appearances, and partnerships with gyms, tournaments, and organizations within the combat sports ecosystem. experiences. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-driven, and passionate about building strong communities around sport and performance. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ONEvent Marketing & ActivationsPlan and execute brand activations at key events including:Fight weeks and major boxing or MMA eventsAmateur tournaments and competitionsTrade shows and industry eventsCommunity-based sports eventsManage logistics, vendor coordination, event planning, and on-site execution. Ensure Venum maintains a strong and professional presence at events through brand displays, athlete appearances, product showcases, and fan engagement activities. Community Engagement & Grassroots MarketingDevelop and manage programs that strengthen Venum’s relationships with:Combat sports gymsCoaches and trainersAmateur athletes and rising prospectsLocal sports communitiesSupport initiatives that expand the brand’s grassroots presence across boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, BJJ, and emerging sports categories. Identify opportunities for Venum to engage with communities through sponsorships, partnerships, and events. Athlete & Ambassador SupportWork with the Partnerships and Brand teams to support athlete appearances and community activations. Coordinate athlete participation at events, gyms, training camps, and promotional opportunities. Help amplify athlete partnerships through on-the-ground activations and content opportunities. Brand Experience & StorytellingEnsure every Venum event or community activation reflects the brand’s values of authenticity, performance, and athlete-first culture. Collaborate with the content and marketing teams to capture event content for social media, marketing campaigns, and brand storytelling. Event Planning & Budget ManagementManage event planning timelines and budgets for community activations. Track event performance and ensure initiatives are aligned with brand and commercial objectives. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and maximize impact across events. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHSenior Brand Marketing ManagerDigital Marketing ManagerProduct Marketing ManagerE-Commerce Director North AmericaCreative and Content teamsPartnerships and athlete management teamsExternal event partners, gyms, promoters, and community organizationsWHAT YOU BRING4–6+ years of experience in event marketing, sports marketing, community marketing, or brand activations. Experience working within sports, fitness, or lifestyle brands preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple events and activations simultaneously. Strong relationship-building skills with athletes, coaches, partners, and community leaders. Passion for combat sports and understanding of the culture surrounding MMA, boxing, BJJ, and related disciplines. Ability to travel frequently for events and activations. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKEVenum has a strong presence at key industry events, fight weeks, and tournaments. Community engagement initiatives strengthen the brand’s connection with gyms and athletes. Events consistently deliver memorable brand experiences and generate meaningful engagement. Athlete activations and community partnerships reinforce Venum’s leadership in combat sports. Grassroots marketing initiatives help drive brand awareness and support product growth across categories. WHY VENUMWork for the #1 combat sports brand in the worldBe part of building Venum’s North American headquarters in New YorkWork closely with elite athletes, gyms, and communitiesPlay a key role in strengthening the brand’s grassroots presence and cultural impactCOMPENSATION & BENEFITSThis role will be compensated with a good-faith pay range of $90,000–$110,000. qualifications, relevant experience, education, certifications or professional licenses, and overall performance throughout the interview process. benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance and a 401(k)-matching program. This role may also be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus award. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. Venum offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. responsibilities, or reporting relationships, and may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the role or the needs of the business.