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Marketing Manager

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EXTREME is a fast moving and entrepreneurial company. We’re growing rapidly and are looking for an experienced, highly pro-active, positive marketing manager who wants to join the team. 

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Established in 1995, EXTREME is a uniquely positioned brand and community that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. We have been providing inspiring entertainment, experiences, and activations through the world of action and adventure sports for over 25 years. Headquartered in London, and with bases in Dubai, Riyadh and NYC, EXTREME serves its clients with a multinational presence. Passionate and independent, our diverse and talented team use their deep knowledge and key relationships to design, develop and deliver some of the world's most innovative destinations, spectacular events, awesome content, and captivating brand campaigns. 

The Role: 

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We are seeking a passionate and motivated global marketing manager to drive our central brand marketing plan and deliver it. You will help develop and define the messaging and communications strategy and then drive it to increase awareness and affinity for the EXTREME brand and business pillars. The department oversees all external communication and partners to share and amplify the key messages of our brand, with the development and execution of PR communications and campaigns that align to the initiatives. 

About the role 

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The job responsibilities of the Marketing Manager include: 

• Working with the wider team Setting the strategy, planning and delivery of our central brand marketing plan covering both B2C and B2B 

• Execution of major campaigns, from ideation through to execution

• Working closely with the Creative, Business Development & Social teams to drive all campaign & marketing activity 

• Calendar management and project management, balancing global calendars with regional, across all brand divisions 

• Work with the creative team to produce marketing assets that are on brand regionally and in line with global brand direction

• Digital marketing, social media & communications support 

• Event marketing 

• Athlete and ambassador marketing  

• Seasonal marketing & brand presentations 

• Budget management and ROI reporting 

• Strong creative and art direction. 

What We’re Looking For 

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• Minimum 4 years in a full time Marketing Role 

• Exceptional project management & organisation 

• Understanding of both consumers and trends - the diverse action and adventure sports lifestyle and sports media landscape 

• Customer centric and commercially minded with a drive for tangible results 

• Exceptional visual communication skills 

• Strong Office 365/Microsoft Office skills 

• Highly collaborative and a true team player 

• Experience with CRM and partnership programs 

• Experience project managing campaigns from initial concept development through to execution and reporting 

• Strong background in marketing, campaign and media planning, creative production processes across offline and online 

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to nuance messaging of complex topics for different audiences 

• Be a good problem solver, with passion for storytelling and innovation 

• Strong budgeting and reporting experience 

• Passion for action sports and adventure. 

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If this sounds like you, please apply today and send your CV along with a covering letter as to why you are the right person for the job. 

Producer

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Established in 1995, EXTREME is a uniquely positioned brand and community that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. We have been providing inspiring entertainment, experiences, and activations through the world of action and adventure sports for over 25 years. Headquartered in London, and with bases in Dubai, Riyadh and NYC, EXTREME serves its clients with a multinational presence. Passionate and independent, our diverse and talented team use their deep knowledge and key relationships to design, develop and deliver some of the world's most innovative destinations, spectacular events, awesome content, and captivating brand campaigns.

Our content offering is diverse, ranging from live and delayed compilations of influencer content for social media to high-end broadcast productions. We are looking for an experienced, highly pro-active, producer who wants to join the team to bring the best content to life.  

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The Role: 

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As a producer at EXTREME you will drive the production arm of EXTREME forwards. Working closely with the creative manager you will lead the design, development, and creation of content from concept to final delivery – working across multiple projects at any given time.  

As a proactive team member, you will also create and look for opportunities for the business. We’re a tight nit team that work closely together to create entertaining content, inspiring campaigns, events and destinations that we can all be proud of. And we may even dabble in a few extreme and adventure sports along the way. 

Responsibilities of the job include: 

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• Drive and develop the production arm of EXTREME 

• Creating compelling production project proposals 

• Overseeing production processes 

• Planning and organising production schedules 

• Assessing and managing project resource requirements 

• Estimating, negotiating and agreeing budgets and timescales with clients and suppliers 

• Ensuring that health and safety regulations are met 

• Determining quality control standards 

• Selecting, ordering and purchasing materials 

• Organising relevant training sessions 

• Building quotes for production projects  

• Helping to spot and create content opportunities 

• Working across the team to build the understanding of production processes.  

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Key skills for producers

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• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience (must include experience in a video production environment) 

• Knowledge of shooting and editing techniques  

• Extensive knowledge of video production equipment 

• Excellent organisation, planning, and communication skills 

• A collaborative mindset and ability to work with varying and changing needs 

• Ability to work independently 

• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously and meet deadlines 

• Dedication to meeting deadlines and budgets and going the extra mile to do so 

• Self-shooter and editor are a bonus 

• Proposal development 

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Passion for action sports and adventure.

Digital Media Network Editorial Manager

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Established in 1995, EXTREME is a uniquely positioned brand and community that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. We have been providing inspiring entertainment, experiences, and activations through the world of action and adventure sports for over 25 years. Headquartered in London, and with bases in Dubai, Riyadh and NYC, EXTREME serves its clients with a multinational presence. Passionate and independent, our diverse and talented team use their deep knowledge and key relationships to design, develop and deliver some of the world's most innovative destinations, spectacular events, awesome content, and captivating brand campaigns. 

Driven by our vision to build our brand and inspire a highly engaged community through our global media we create, curate, and distribute thousands of hours of highly entertaining content when, where and how today’s audiences want it. Focusing on what’s relevant and what’s now we deliver scripted and unscripted programming, events, and podcasts across all the social, audio, and streaming platforms that matter most. For brands, content creators and media partners, we help them activate and engage consumers across our network.  

We are looking for someone to oversee and manage the editorial side of our digital media network. The ideal candidate will be experienced in overseeing an editorial team capable of delivering outstanding content on a daily basis. The success of EXTREME originates from its pioneering approach and quick action finger on the pulse. 

Responsible for working on the brand positioning, sourcing and posting viral news and videos from around the world. EXTREME aims to tell stories that are mind blowing, entertaining and informative while championing everyday heroes.  

Whether it’s a major story or crazy video, the aim is to be across everything extreme sports, action and lifestyle and create an engaged community of likeminded passion-led friends. Working to targets, the content team are on duty seven days a week, 365 days a year, and remain on call for 24 hours a day for major breaking news. 

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You'll be driving and leading the vision and overall performance running both staff, freelance subs and interns, to produce a polished product on time and in budget and in return, you can look forward to all of the responsibility and involvement providing you with a rewarding and fast paced career with excellent progression opportunities.  

If this sounds like a role for you then keep reading...  

Main Responsibilities  

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• Setting the highest of editorial standards for you and the team to follow  

• Ensure all facts are checked and that all grammar, punctuation, spelling etc are on point 

• Be the curator of the house style guide and making sure it is adhered to  

• Write authentic heads and sells, clever captions and picking the most engaging pull quotes  

• Create a production schedule to ensure smooth production of content  

• Chase clients, commissioning editors and contributors when necessary to ensure the schedule is adhered to  

• Book freelance subs as necessary, while staying within budget  

• Lead the writing and editing as required working across creative, copy writing, scheduling and reporting  

• Send pdfs to partners and liaising with them about any changes 

• Liaise with the business development team and advertising department.  

The Ideal Candidate: 

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• Demonstrate significant sub-editor experience of a global lifestyle network  

• Experience of digital publishing/editorial is also highly desirable 

• Demonstrable competence in independent writing and editing  

• Strong people and performance management skills with a proven track record  

• Demonstrate complete understanding of business plans and goals and proven ability to make a serious contribution to the business future  

• Excellent understanding of the extreme and adventure sports market  

• Competent in playing a leading role within the company  

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal  

• Excellent design, typography and layout skills

• Proven journalistic skills in spotting and developing stories/themes.  

Education and Qualifications: 

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or equivalent 

• Minimum 4 years in a full time Editorial Role  

Personal Characteristics: 

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• Strong team-builder and team-leader, with proven management skills and ability to lead from the front  

• The ability to interact with internal and external peers at all levels  

• The ability to manage budgets, control costs and deliver strong ROI  

• Maintains strong contacts in media & journalism  

• Dedicated to delivering the EXTREME vision & a true extreme sports enthusiast  

• Understanding of  both consumers and trends - the diverse action and adventure sports lifestyle and sports media landscape  

• Strong Office 365/Microsoft Office skills  

• Be a good problem solver, with a passion for storytelling and innovation  

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to nuance messaging of complex topics for different audiences 

• A change agent who will challenge the existing team to enable and support a new publishing proposition 

Passion for action sports and adventure.

Action and Adventure Sports Park and Resorts Development Manager

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The role and purpose of the position:

As part of EXTREME's Destinations development division, you will play a lead strategic and managerial role in driving specific projects forwards from the initial concept stage through design and planning and across the construction and operations. You will be responsible for the collaborative destination planning and development with partner developers, local and national governments, suppliers and contractors. Reporting to the Managing Director of EXTREME Destinations, you will be responsible for managing developments through the various project stages, on a worldwide basis and supporting in the evaluation of project opportunities.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing and implementing strategies coherent with overall business objectives, capabilities and brand guidelines;

• Ensuring qualitative development processes and outcomes;

• Presenting to and negotiating with senior personnel (CEO's/Board Level);

• Liaising with designers, engineers, architects, business planning team and consultants;

• Managing resources, budgets, communication and creative assets;

• Collaborating closely with various departments and associates;

• Writing detailed proposals;

• Reviewing and analysing project documents, studies and feasibility plans;

• Negotiating, managing and monitoring contracts;

• Evaluating contractor performance and approving or terminating contracts;

• Working with, consulting and providing direction/advice to senior management team and other internal stakeholders;

• Developing and managing the implementation of the destination with government, regional, community and industry stakeholders;

• Representing EXTREME at meetings and events as appropriate.

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EXPERIENCE

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• Minimum 8 years’ experience in development and/or operations of active leisure and entertainment destinations, facilities, resorts or parks;

• Education in business, tourism or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience;

• Demonstrate experience in developing and managing program and project budgets and organisational resources to deliver on goals;

• Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple, simultaneous complex issues while still delivering results;

• Passion, participation, interest and knowledge of action and adventure sports;

• Confidence at presenting to senior personnel (CEO’s, board level); 

• Pro-active business development skill set, selling to and presenting to potential partners, writing detailed proposals based on the project and partners requirements;

• Ability to project manage and liaise with designers, engineers, architects, business planning team and consultants. 

COMPETENCIES

• Willingness for extensive travel;

• Have excellent interpersonal skills;

• Have a strong commitment, responsibility and reliability towards the project, team and company;

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal);

• Result driven;

• Vision setting;

• Be a positive and energetic team player – be someone we would want to go on a road trip with across Europe; hang out at a mountain bike park with; and spend a day surfing with!

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If you are interested and you meet the selection criteria please respond to with a short cover letter outlining why you are interested in joining the EXTREME team; what excites you about the opportunity; how you fit with the specific role; and don’t forget your CV.