
Director of Marketing
- Dallas, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement the annual marketing business plan aligned with the hotel’s revenue goals and hotel / brand vision.
- Ensure brand consistency across all channels and touchpoints.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operational departments including Revenue, Sales, Catering, Rooms, Spa, and F&B to align messaging and strategic efforts.
- Work closely with corporate marketing to align local, regional and national efforts.
- Create and present marketing reports highlight campaign performance, market trends, guest engagement, and ROI to key stakeholders and ownership groups.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing marketing team including a Digital Marketing Manager, Brand Marketing Manager and Social Marketing Coordinator.
- Foster a collaborative environment that encourages growth, creativity, and accountability.
- Lead the Hotels digital presence including SEO, paid media, website optimization, email marketing, and social media.
- Lead CRM and loyalty strategy including targeted guest communications.
- Analyze online traffic, conversion metrics, and guest engagement to drive booking performance.
- Partner with PR agencies to pitch stories, manage media visits, and drive earned media placement.
- Oversee the creation and distribution of press releases, media kits, and promotional content.
- Manage crisis communication and reputation strategy when needed.
- Direct the development of photo, video, and written content to showcase the hotel offerings.
- Oversee brand photography and videography production, managing the digital asset library for consistent visual storytelling.
- Maintain a content calendar that supports seasonal campaigns, packages, and promotions.
- Design and execute marketing plans for hotel activations, holiday campaigns, and large-scale events.
- Develop and lead demand-driving initiatives that attract new audiences and drive visibility across key segments.
- Cultivate partnerships with local organizations, tourism boards, and lifestyle brands to expand reach and guest engagement.
- Identify, secure, and activate strategic sponsorships to support event programming and hotel exposure.
- Partner with sales, revenue, and operations teams to support demand generation and maximize profitability.
- Develop promotional strategies for need dates and shoulder seasons.
- Manage the hotels marketing budget including forecasting, reporting, and ROI evaluation.
- Oversee external agency and vendor relationships, including PR firms, advertising agencies, and production partners
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field.
- 8–10 years of progressive marketing experience in hospitality or luxury lifestyle brands, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record in digital marketing, branding, and ROI-driven campaigns.
- Strong leadership, project management, and budget oversight skills.
- Experience with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, STR reports, CRM platforms).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Passion for travel, hospitality, and exceptional guest experiences.
- Previous marketing leadership at a convention or luxury resort hotel preferred.
- Experience working with marketing agencies, photographers, and creative teams preferred.