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Event Marketing Manager
$80k – $95k/yr New York, US hybrid full time mid Apr 22, 2026
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About this role
About Wunderkind:
Wunderkind is a performance marketing solution that uses AI and data to help brands acquire and retain customers through one-to-one, personalized messages across websites, email, text, and ads, guaranteeing a lift in revenue. Founded in 2010, Our goal is to scale a brand’s ability to create and grow customer relationships through websites, email, text, and ads. We believe individuals should have the freedom to choose the kind of internet they want. An internet that fosters genuine relationships with brands. An internet that treats humans like real people instead of “web traffic.” We also believe in empowering brands to treat their customers as individuals, satisfying their unique needs with tailored experiences and thoughtful communication. By expertly personalizing, automating, and scaling beautiful one-to-one experiences, Wunderkind helps brands acquire new customers at scale and keep them loyal for life.
About the Role:
Wunderkind is looking for an Event Marketing Manager to own and execute our US event strategy, with a strong focus on onsite, face-to-face marketing that drives pipeline and demand generation. The role is hybrid, based in our New York City office.
This individual will be based in New York City and act as the primary event lead in the US—working directly with the VP of Marketing to shape strategy, while independently executing high-impact experiences on the ground.
If you’re an organized, creative, and data-driven marketer who thrives in both planning and execution—and you’re motivated by building experiences that drive real business outcomes—this is a high-impact opportunity to take full ownership of a critical marketing channel.
Role & Responsibilities
Own and execute Wunderkind’s US event program across key channels, including:
Third-party conferences & Tradeshow
Owned events (executive dinners, hosted experiences)
Strategy & Planning
Partner directly with the VP of Marketing to define the US event roadmap, ensuring alignment with pipeline and revenue goals
Identify high-impact opportunities to engage target accounts and key prospects
End-to-End Event Execution
Lead all aspects of event planning and execution, including venue sourcing, vendor management, timelines, speaker coordination, and onsite management
Run point on logistics for executive hospitality events, trade shows, and conferences (third-party and owned)
Sales & Stakeholder Partnership
Act as the primary point of contact for Sales and Client Partnerships teams for all event-related initiatives
Collaborate closely with sales to ensure strong account targeting, attendance, and post-event follow-up
Budget Management
Manage elements of the event marketing budget and reconcile monthly expense reports
Make informed decisions on spend based on expected impact
Campaign & Communications Management
Own pre- and post-event communications, including email campaigns, outreach, invitations, and follow-ups
Partner with internal teams to develop and deploy outreach materials that support pipeline generation
Operational Excellence
Ensure all events and materials are tracked and organized across internal tools (Google Drive, project management platforms, CRM, etc.)
Manage third-party vendors and external partners effectively
Lead Management & Pipeline Contribution
Partner with Campaigns and Operations teams to ensure all leads are captured, uploaded to CRM, and properly nurtured
Track and report on event performance, including pipeline contribution and ROI
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in event marketing, preferably in a B2B or tech environment
Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously across different scales and formats
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working cross-functionally with sales teams on shared revenue goals
Strong vendor and stakeholder management experience
Experience managing budgets and reporting on performance
Nice to Have
Experience with event tools (e.g., Splash)
Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
Experience in a high-growth technology company
How You Will Be Measured
Creation of qualified pipeline in partnership with Business Development and Sales teams
Contribution to sales opportunities generated through event programs
Quality and consistency of engagement with target accounts and decision-makers
Execution of high-quality events that run smoothly and reflect Wunderkind’s standards
Clear reporting on event performance and ongoing optimization of the program
The base salary range for this role is $80,000.00 to $95,000.00. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each specific candidate; including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, applicable certifications, and geographic work location. This may vary depending on living location and market rate.
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