experiential marketing manager

Linkviva

<p>As an Experiential Manager, you ll be the creative and operational driver behind our activations and live event content. You ll work with cross-functional teams to bring ambitious ideas to life , whether that s curating a line-up of performers, designing an immersive brand zone, or producing a high-energy brokers event.</p>
<p>This role is perfect for someone from an agency background with proven experience in experiential, activations, and live event delivery , where  programming  is just one of the tools in your creative toolkit.</p>
<p><b>What You ll Do</b></p>
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<li>Create Impactful Experiences Design and deliver immersive activations, brand experiences, and festival content that brings brands to life.</li>
<li>Be a Natural Storyteller Align creative concepts with client objectives and audience expectations.</li>
<li>Spot &amp; Shape Trends Bring fresh ideas from fashion, design, tech, food culture, and entertainment into projects.</li>
<li>Curate &amp; Collaborate Build strong relationships with performers, vendors, artists, and partners.</li>
<li>Lead On-Site Oversee live delivery, manage talent and suppliers, and ensure flawless execution.</li>
<li>Balance Creativity &amp; Commercials Work within budgets while identifying revenue opportunities.</li>
<li>Work Cross-Functionally Partner with creative, production, sponsorship, and marketing teams to deliver seamless results.</li>
<li>Refine &amp; Improve Contribute to post-event reviews to make each project better than the last.</li>
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<p style=""><b>About You</b></p>
<p style="">You are an experienced events and experiential professional who thrives on creating high-energy, high-impact moments , for diverse audiences and  know how to turn ideas into reality and have the portfolio to prove it.</p>
<p style=""> Agency or Brand-Side Experience in experiential, activations, and live events.</p>
<p style=""> Highly Organised &amp; Proactive able to juggle multiple projects without losing detail.</p>
<p style=""> Commercially Savvy understand budgets, P&amp;L, and sponsorship integration.</p>
<p style=""> Confident Communicator can pitch ideas, win buy-in, and keep stakeholders engaged.</p>
<p style=""><b> Culturally Aware can incorporate UAE and regional nuances into creative execution.</b></p>
<p style=""><b>What You Need to Apply</b></p>
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<li><b>5+ years of event/experiential</b>/activation experience.</li>
<li>Valid driving licence</li>
<li>Fluent in English (spoken &amp; written).</li>
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<li>Have experience in fashion, beauty, retail, F&amp;B, or festivals.</li>
<li>Understand social media integration for live events.</li>
<li>Can stage manage or show call.</li>
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Experience Manager

Prism Consulting

<ul><li>Lead the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution of multiple activation projects simultaneously.</li><li>Source, negotiate with, and manage relationships with vendors, agencies, venues, and talent.</li><li>Oversee all logistical elements, including permits, staffing, transportation, materials, and on-site operations.</li><li>Serve as the lead point of contact during activations, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees, staff, and partners.</li><li>Track KPIs, analyze campaign performance, and provide detailed post-event reports with insights and recommendations for future improvements.</li></ul><p><b>Eligibility Criteria:</b></p><ul><li>3+ years of proven experience in experiential marketing, event management, or as an Activations Manager.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.</li><li>Experienced in managing budgets with a keen eye for cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire teams and build strong relationships.</li><li>Proficient in the use of MS Office.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: Up to Rs95,000.00 per month</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Activations Manager

Invespy

<p>PIXL is a digital-first 360-degree marketing company helping clients with up-to-date marketing tools and tech. We specialize in the Real Estate industry and are currently expanding into other industries.</p><p>As <b>Head of Events</b>, you will own the end-to-end strategy, planning, and delivery of campaigns for PIXL and their clients from brand activations and product launches to large-scale conferences. At the same time, you&rsquo;ll play a key role in driving agency growth by identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and securing event-led partnerships.</p><p>You will combine creative vision, operational excellence, and commercial savvy to build events offering that delivers both unforgettable experiences and measurable business results.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Event Leadership &amp; Delivery</b></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and inspire the events team to achieve creative excellence and operational efficiency.</li><li>Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of events to ensure flawless delivery and client satisfaction.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams (creative, account management, PR, procurement etc) to deliver integrated campaign experiences.</li><li>Establish and maintain vendor and partner relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Stay ahead of trends in experiential marketing and event innovation.</li></ul><p><b>Business Development &amp; Sales</b></p><ul><li>Develop and implement a growth strategy to expand the Company&rsquo;s events business.</li><li>Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and client leads.</li><li>Prepare and deliver compelling pitches and proposals to secure high-value accounts.</li><li>Monitor market trends to position the agency as a thought leader in experiential marketing and events.</li></ul><p><b>Client &amp; Stakeholder Management</b></p><ul><li>Act as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring strategic alignment and consistent communication.</li><li>Build long-term partnerships by understanding client objectives and translating them into engaging event solutions.</li><li>Oversee post-event evaluation to measure ROI, gather insights, and drive continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><b>Financial &amp; Performance Management</b></p><ul><li>Manage the department&rsquo;s P&amp;L, setting revenue targets and monitoring profitability.</li><li>Optimize resource allocation and project budgeting to achieve maximum efficiency.</li><li>Report on departmental performance, pipeline status, and growth opportunities to leadership.</li></ul><p>What are we looking for:</p><ul><li>5+ years&rsquo; experience in event management, experiential marketing, or brand activations within an agency environment.</li><li>Proven track record in business development or sales, with the ability to identify opportunities and close deals.</li><li>Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>A mix of creativity and commercial acumen; ability to balance impactful ideas with bottom-line results.</li><li>Comfortable presenting to clients and collaborating with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Passionate about brand experiences, innovation, and creating moments that matter.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p>

Head of Events

Xsolla

<div><div><b>ABOUT US</b></div><div>
At Xsolla, we believe that great games begin as ideas, driven by the curiosity, dedication, and grit of creators around the world. Our mission is to empower these visionaries by providing the support and resources they need to bring their games to life. We are committed to leveling the playing field, ensuring that every creator has the opportunity to share their passion with the world.</div><div>
Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and beyond, we partner with industry leaders like Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to clear the paths for innovation in gaming. Our global reach spans over 200 geographies, offering more than 700 payment methods in 130+ currencies.</div><div><b>
Longevity Opportunity Vision Enjoy the game!</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
ABOUT YOU</b></div><div>
You&rsquo;re a confident, resourceful, and culturally attuned event professional who thrives on creating impactful experiences that bring brands and communities together. You have a passion for the gaming and tech industries and a proven ability to manage events from concept to completion across diverse markets. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on &mdash; someone who can balance creative vision with operational precision to deliver exceptional results.</div><div>
As the <b>MEA Experiential Marketing Event Manager</b>, you will be at the forefront of Xsolla&rsquo;s regional presence, driving events and activations that engage partners, developers, and industry leaders across the Middle East and Africa. You excel at navigating complex logistics, building strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders, and ensuring every experience reflects Xsolla&rsquo;s innovation and commitment to the gaming ecosystem.</div><div>
You are adaptable, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. Collaboration is your strength &mdash; you communicate effectively across teams, time zones, and languages, bringing together people and ideas to deliver seamless, memorable events that elevate Xsolla&rsquo;s brand worldwide.</div><div>
This role is <b>based in Dubai (or remote within the MEA region)</b> and will require <b>regular travel across key markets</b> to oversee event planning and execution on the ground.</div>
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</b></h3><ul><li>Event Strategy &amp; Delivery: Lead planning and execution of conferences, trade shows, speaking engagements, and networking events across the MEA region.</li><li>
Vendor &amp; Venue Management: Source and negotiate with local vendors, venues, and suppliers. Manage contracts for booth production, branding, AV, photography, and merchandise.</li><li>
Budget Management: Prepare and maintain event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with marketing objectives.</li><li>
Marketing Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to support event-related marketing activities, including landing pages, social media campaigns, email communications, and creative assets.</li><li>
Lead Generation &amp; Reporting: Coordinate with BD, Product, and Funding teams to ensure event goals are achieved. Capture leads, prepare post-event reports, and measure ROI.</li><li>
Onsite Management: Represent Xsolla on-site to oversee event execution, manage logistics, and ensure an exceptional attendee experience.</li><li>
Creative &amp; Content Collaboration<b>:</b> Support speaking engagements by coordinating with internal stakeholders for session content, visuals, and post-event media.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Skills
</b></h3><ul><li>Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken)</li><li>
Experience: Minimum 4&ndash;6 years in event management, preferably in gaming, tech, or software industries</li><li>
Proven expertise in B2B events&mdash;trade shows, conferences, and sponsorship activations</li><li>
Strong understanding of regional market dynamics across MEA</li><li>
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a sharp eye for detail</li><li>
Strong communication and negotiation skills</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and deliver under tight deadlines</li><li>
Familiarity with Atlassian (Jira, Confluence) and Google Workspace tools</li><li>
Willingness to travel across MEA for events and site visits as required</li><li>
Visa or ability to live and work in UEA</li><li>
Creativity, innovation, and a passion for delivering high-impact brand experiences</li></ul><div><b>
Benefits:</b></div><div>
We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off, private health insurance and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we&rsquo;re not just building a business; we&rsquo;re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.</div><div><b>
Equality Opportunity Statement:</b></div><div>
Xsolla is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age, social background or other characteristics.</div><div>
We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process.</div><div><b>
Candidates should be informed of the background check requirement during the hiring process and consent must be obtained</b></div><div>
For the Event Manager - Experiential Marketing - Dubai, we will request a background check.</div><div><b>
Relevance to Job Responsibilities:</b></div><div>
The background check is relevant to this position because of the following role responsibilities outlined above.
</div><div>Handling sensitive financial information/managing budgets/accessing funds</div><div>
Accessing confidential company data</div><div>
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements</div><div><b>
Rights Under the UAE Personal Data Protection Law:</b></div><div>
Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the UAE Personal Data Protection Law. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact careers@xsolla.com</div>
<p>
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</p></div>

Event Manager - Experiential Marketing - Dubai

Nissan

<p><strong>Main Tasks &amp; Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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 <li><strong>Plan and Manage Events:</strong>
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 <li>Plan, execute, and oversee all aspects of brand events, activations, and experiential marketing initiatives across Nissan Middle East markets.</li>
 <li>Maximize budget efficiency &amp; utilization through events planning phase.</li>
 <li>Ensure cross functional alignment is done with all stake holders &amp; deliver local to regional validations.</li>
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 <li><strong>Creative Campaign Development:</strong>
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 <li>Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to conceptualize and develop creative assets for regional campaigns.</li>
 <li>Work on end-to-end creative development from briefing till campaign is dispatched to media, while working with media team to assess assets performance for the models in charge.</li>
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 <li><strong>Innovation &amp; AI Integration:</strong>
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 <li>Proactively explore, test, and recommend innovative marketing tools and technologies particularly AI-driven solutions that can enhance creativity, personalization, and operational efficiency.</li>
 <li>Work on A/B testing opportunities through media campaigns to always test assets efficiency.</li>
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 <li><strong>Project Management:</strong>
 Manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder coordination internally and externally, ensuring seamless execution of the projects handled.</li>
 <li><strong>Agency &amp; Vendor Management:</strong>
 Oversee agency partners, production vendors, and other third-party providers to ensure quality, creativity, and efficiency.</li>
 <li><strong>Performance &amp; Reporting:</strong>
 Generate post-event reports and track creative performance across campaigns.</li>
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<p>KPIs:</p>
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 <li><strong>Event &amp; Activation Delivery:</strong>
 Seamless planning and execution on time and within budget.</li>
 <li><strong>Post Event Satisfaction Score:</strong>
 Achieve an average post-activation satisfaction score of  8/10</li>
 <li><strong>Audience Engagement Impact:</strong>
 Meet or exceed predefined engagement targets (e.g. leads, interactions, impressions) per event.</li>
 <li><strong>Creative Excellence:</strong>
 Assets delivery on time, within budget while meeting or exceeding engagement benchmarks (e.g. CTR, video views, completion rates) per campaign.</li>
 <li><strong>Marketing Innovation Adoption:</strong>
 Pilot and integrate a minimum of 3 new AI or tech-driven marketing tools annually, with at least 1 showing measurable efficiency or creative impact.</li>
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Events & Creative Manager

Guayakí Yerba Mate

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 We're looking for a Project Manager, Events &amp; Shows to lead the planning, logistics, and execution of Yerba Madre's most visible brand moments &mdash; from national trade shows to large-scale sponsored events and festivals. This role is responsible for managing every detail of the event lifecycle, from setup to takedown, ensuring our presence is impactful, on-brand, and commercially effective. Acting as a project manager, cultural steward, and operator, the
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 The pay range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors; actual pay offered may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Sales commissions and/or variable pay plans are also offered depending on the position (ex: monthly, quarterly, annual bonuses). Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package including top-tier benefits, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, employee life and disability, mental health benefits, paid medical leave, paid company holidays, and paid time off, as well as opportunities for career growth and advancement within our team!
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 Yerba Madre&mdash;formerly Guayak&iacute; Yerba Mate&mdash;is the nearly 30-year pioneer of regenerative yerba mate [yer-bah ma-tay] and the category leader in ready-to-drink mate beverages across North America. The name Yerba Madre, meaning "Mother Herb," is a tribute to Mother Earth and the ancestral wisdom of the Indigenous communities who have cultivated yerba mate for generations &mdash;a reflection of the values the brand has championed since day one.
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 Headquartered in Sebastopol and Venice, California, Yerba Madre sources organic, shade-grown yerba mate in direct partnership with 255 family farmers and Indigenous communities across Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Using its Market Driven Regeneration&trade; model, every purchase helps reforest the Atlantic Forest, support fair trade premiums, and build long-term economic resilience for grower communities.
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 As an original founding member of the B Corp community and a founding member of the Purpose Pledge, Yerba Madre is committed to ethical business practices across ten key pillars, including climate positivity, living wages, circularity, and inclusion. Yerba Madre is available in over 45,000 retail locations across the U.S. and Canada. To learn more, visit
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 Yerba Madre is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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Project Manager, Events & Shows

Sentient By Elysian

<p>Business Development Manager Creative Technology | Live Events | Exhibitions | Experience Centers   � Dubai, UAE | Full-Time | On-site  About SBE:   At SBE (Sentient by Elysian), we create immersive, technology-driven experiences that blend art, engineering, and storytelling across exhibitions, live events, and experience centers. Role Overview:   We’re seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive new opportunities, nurture key client relationships, and deliver impactful growth within the experiential and creative technology space. Key Responsibilities:  Identify and develop new business opportunities in experiential marketing and live events. Build and maintain long-term client partnerships. Collaborate with creative and technical teams to craft winning proposals. Stay ahead of trends in AV, XR, AI, and interactive technologies. Achieve revenue targets through strategic planning and execution. Requirements:   Why Join Us:   Be part of a team shaping the future of experiential innovation where technology meets imagination. </p>

Sr Business Development Manager

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