Senior Director, Experiential & Industry Marketing

New York, USA (On-site)

$170K/yr – $190K/yrSenior Level15+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive Zeta's industry presence and executive experiences through experiential marketing and partnerships to accelerate growth.

  • Own end-to-end industry experiences from strategy through measurement at tentpole events and partnerships.
  • Must-have: 15+ years in experiential marketing or related fields in B2B tech.
  • Standout: Established industry connections and executive-visibility track record.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own Zeta’s industry presence across tentpole events, high-end C-Suite experiences, and strategic partnerships, from strategy through execution and measurement .
  • Define the “why” behind every moment : target audience, connection to brand and business priorities, experience design, and success metrics.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team , providing clear direction, mentorship, and operational rigor while fostering creativity and ownership.
  • Lead and orchestrate production for on-site industry experiences, managing internal teams, external agencies, and partners to deliver high-quality, on-brand execution.
  • Leverage partners to secure high-impact speaking opportunities , visibility , and thought leadership platforms for Zeta executives at industry tentpoles.
  • Drive premium CMO and executive experiences and thought leadership in close alignment with Sales and leadership to deepen relationships that accelerate growth.
  • Serve as a key partner for Zeta Live, Zeta’s flagship conference, incl uding partner with Sales on audience strategy and communications, work with Marketing on executing the integrated marketing plan in relation to the conference , and be available to support Zeta Live team needs.
  • Set priorities, make tradeoffs, and ensure experiences reflect Zeta’s brand differentiation and growth goals.
  • Measure and report impact , partnering with Marketing Operations to track brand lift, relationship depth, and pipeline influence tied to experiential and partnership investments.

Requirements

  • 15+ years in experiential marketing, integrated marketing, partnerships, or field marketing within B2B tech, SaaS, data, media, or marketing ecosystems .
  • Proven in-house experience using industry events, executive experiences, and partnerships as strategic growth drivers, not just executional programs.
  • Deep understanding of industry ecosystems (CMOs, agencies, holding companies , partners, platforms) and how influence and visibility are built within them.
  • Established connections to industry partners in the marketing, advertising, AI and SaaS space .
  • Strong executive presence, judgment, and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-stakes environments with competing priorities.

    Benefits

    • Unlimited PTO
    • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
    • Employee Equity
    • Employee Discounts, Virtual Wellness Classes, and Pet Insurance And more!!
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    Zeta Global

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    At Zeta Global (NYSE: ZETA), we help enterprise brands and agencies Achieve the ImpossibleTM by transforming marketing challenges into measurable success. With the power of advanced AI and real-time proprietary data, we empower CMOs and marketers to turn ambitious goals into remarkable results and business growth. Our Zeta Marketing Platform (ZMP) redefines what’s possible in marketing. By unifying Identity, Intelligence and omnichannel Activation in a single platform, Zeta empowers marketers to deliver personalized experiences at scale and create more efficiencies to increase value. At Zeta, our culture fuels our success. We believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation, collaboration, and drive toward success. With over 2,000 global employees, we’ve built a team that is customer-centric, thrives on solving challenges, and supports one another so everyone can excel. Founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley (former Apple CEO & Pepsi President), Zeta Global is headquartered in New York City. Learn how we help brands Achieve the Impossible at www.zetaglobal.com.

    Founded in 2007
    New York, New York, USA
    2.4K employees (304 in marketing)
    63% recommend to a friend
    74% CEO approval

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    210.3K
    Monthly Google Ads Budget
    $14.1K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    36.4%
    Direct
    49%
    Referral
    7.4%
    Social
    6.2%
    Paid
    0.9%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~2.4K

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    248 (10% of company)
    Median Career Experience
    15 years
    Median Tenure
    3.6 years
    Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
    5

    Funding

    Total Funding
    $1.5B
    Last Raise
    $105.3M
    Post IPO Equity, 2 years ago

    Funding History

    • Sep 2024
      Post IPO Secondary • $105.3M
    • Sep 2024
      Post IPO Equity • $204.9M
    • Sep 2024
      Post IPO Debt • $550M

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