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GUNNAR Optiks Overview:

GUNNAR glasses eliminate all common causes of digital eye strain and visual fatigue. The result - improved clarity, focus and performance.

Founded in 2006, GUNNAR Optiks designs and engineers Computer Eyewear to protect and enhance vision using revolutionary technology solutions. GUNNAR introduced the Technology Eyewear category in 2008 and pioneered the only patented lens technology to reduce digital eye strain and fatigue issues associated with computer use. GUNNAR is a privately held consumer goods company, headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

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Position Overview:

The Assistant Marketing Manager, Gaming will help lead marketing and product development in the Gaming category. We’re looking for a hands-on individual to join the GUNNAR Marketing Team. Utilizing their marketing expertise and gaming experience this individual will help drive the GUNNAR Optiks’ gaming marketing programs, innovations and plans in North America and in time, international markets. The Assistant Marketing Manager will execute compelling programs across all channels (Gunnar.com, digital, social, etc. ) and geographies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Using his or her gaming experience, the Assistant Marketing Manager will stay up-to-date on industry trends, evaluating new products and competitors. The role’s key focus is in two primary areas:

I. Marketing & Communications

  • Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to develop and oversee the annual integrated marketing calendar.
  • Plan and execute creative promotions to drive sales.
  • Oversee channel-marketing initiatives including: email marketing, social media, blogging, event marketing, advertising, influencer marketing and partnership marketing.
  • Coordinate marketing and creative projects, working with internal staff and agency partners.
  • Collaborate with and support partner departments including: digital, sales, finance, and supply chain.

II. Product Development & Management

  • Monitor production tasks and support the Marketing Manager in decision making and to ensure that the quality and strengths of GUNNAR’s products are not compromised.
  • Guide new product development from conception through production and monitor customer feedback and response.
  • Provide a constant flow of new ideas and insight to fuel the innovation and growth of GUNNAR’s Gaming category.

Embrace the GUNNAR Vision Values…MANDATORY!

T...EAMWORK

R...ESULTS ORIENTED

I…NTEGRITY

I…NNOVATIVE

B…OLDNESS

E…NTHUSIASTIC

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing with increasing responsibility.
  • Experience in and/or knowledge of the gaming and eSports industry.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Experience in Eyewear and/or Premium Consumer goods is a plus.
  • Well-developed integrated marketing, sales, retail and digital skills.
  • Strong entrepreneurial skills and experience working in a fast-paced, team- oriented environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to compile and analyze data and metrics to make campaign decisions.
  • Skilled at managing consumer testimonials and feedback – both positive and negative.
  • Outstanding commitment to customer care.
  • Strong strategic and tactical skills.
  • Experienced in ecommerce and selling on-line.
  • A winner and a charger! Successful experience and proven track record in a fast pace, results oriented environment.

Compensation:

Competitive package including healthcare benefits, paid time off, 401K matching and holidays.