POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Chicago Bulls, one of the most iconic and well-known global sports brands, are building a future-looking marketing capability that applies a combination of data-driven insight and creativity to drive fan development and support organizational growth. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Executive Director, Brand & Fan Marketing to help lead the vision, planning, and execution of initiatives that build brand equity, deepen fan loyalty, and grow our fanbase across key audiences and channels. Reporting to the Vice President of Fan Development and Growth Marketing, this individual will oversee two teams – Integrated Marketing and Brand & Fan Development – that are charged with cultivating our fanbase to support future org-wide growth, ensuring our org-wide efforts are aligned and consistent, and driving maximum, measurable impact.
The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic brand marketing expertise, fan-centric innovation, and proven leadership in managing teams that deliver culturally relevant, insight-driven initiatives and campaigns. This individual will be a strong leader who will take ownership of projects and work effectively as part of cross-functional teams focusing on the goals of driving fan engagement, growing revenue, and moving the brand forward.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An ideal candidate will have high degrees of professionalism, sensitivity, and integrity, combined with excellent attention to detail and organizational and interpersonal skills (oral and written). You should have a strong mix of the following:

• A minimum of 10 years of proven experience in marketing, brand strategy, or a related field. Experience in sports or entertainment is a plus
• Proven experience managing multiple full-time staff team members
• Experience handling large budgets and departmental operations
• Working familiarity with data capture, digital channels, creative development, and events
• A strategic thinker who is equally comfortable in high-level planning and hands-on execution, with keen attention to detail and timelines
• Profound understanding of marketing principles and standard methodologies
• Strong ability to adapt to changing timelines and ad hoc requests
• A supportive, motivated, experienced team leader that inspires others towards continuous learning and success
• Excellent teammate, with positive energy and proven ability to collaborate with internal departments and external partners
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized and motivated both individually and as a team member in a fast-paced and performance-based environment
• Possess an uncompromised ability to protect the confidentiality/privacy of others and company documents and records
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of influencing cross-functional stakeholders and senior leaders
• Ability to contribute to and build a balanced, productive work environment with positive relationships, and follow through on duties as assigned
• Initiative and dedication to challenge self and continually strive for improvement