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The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold billions of video games and hundreds of millions of hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™, and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas.

Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

  • Responsible for all elements of execution for national experiential events, including:

  • Achieving maximum market impact/exposure by integrating all marketing teams (retail marketing, advertising, public relations, digital) into program execution

  • Collaborating with internal teams and external agencies/brand partners to ensure flawless execution across all operations and logistics (staffing, product training, security, purchasing, fulfillment, legal, sales administration, digital integrations and shipping, etc.)

  • Managing graphic design and production of all event elements (design requests, conceptual review and approvals, brand standards, proofing, production and delivery)

  • Organizing and coordinating required training for internal product demonstrators by working cross-functionally with other departments

  • Representing Nintendo of America (NOA) at various events by providing product knowledge and product demonstration

  • Working with selected vendors on initial quotes and negotiating final pricing of all onsite operational needs

  • Providing vendors with proper instruction as to build requirements for displays, kiosks, props

  • Inventory & warehouse management, tracking and shipping of Nintendo assets and event properties, both pre and post-event.

  • Coordinating transportation/shipment of goods including selecting which methods, timing of shipment and/or amend shipments to meet arrival dates and obtain the best price.

  • Onsite set up and tear down including oversight of temporary event labor, technical and logistic troubleshooting and proper set up of displays and kiosks

  • Keeping all projects on strategy, on time and on budget

  • Delivers communication to key internal stakeholders on event activity including:

  • Pre-program executive approvals: contributes support materials and information to senior leadership for program execution and funding (including concept write-ups, consumer insights, cost estimates, timelines, and projected results)

  • Program status updates during development and execution: develops, maintains and shares recaps and analysis (including budgets, timing, photos, collateral, and other materials for reference)

  • Post program: executes and reports thorough ROI analysis, key learning and results

  • On-Going: Seeks out and shares best in class event practices, new technologies, and industry benchmarks to ensure world class event execution

  • Significant travel (including weekends) to oversee event execution and gain insights/learning for current or future programs

  • Support Experiential Marketing with other event related special projects as assigned.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum of three years of experience in experiential event marketing or related experience in creative execution of national consumer marketing campaigns

  • Agency or corporate marketing background with an emphasis in consumer experiential events is strongly preferred

  • Proven record of executing successful, fully-integrated national event or consumer marketing programs with significant market/consumer impact while staying on-time and on-budget

  • Strong executional understanding of experiential strategies/tactics to ensure feasibility of core ideas and to troubleshoot during fast pace execution

  • Excellent project management skills and organizational skills required

  • Experience with sound systems, A/V equipment and show production preferred

  • Ability to manage large inventory of assets and maintain high quality control

  • PC skills (MS Office) required. Visio, SketchUp or CAD experience helpful

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration or equivalent experience

This position includes a base salary range of $67,730 - $101,595 annually, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.