Marketing Manager Contractor

Contract Position: March-December 2026
Hours and Salary: $35-38/hr, 35-40 hours per week during the contract period
Start Date: March 1, 2026
Reports to: VP of Marketing and Communications
Open to applicants in the USA only

Position Overview

Adventure Cycling seeks a versatile, detail-oriented marketing professional to execute across multiple marketing channels during a transition period. This role focuses on social media management, email marketing, blog editing/writing, public relations, and ambassador relationship management. The ideal candidate is comfortable wearing many hats and can confidently shift between different marketing disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Social Media Management: Publish, curate, and manage content across social platforms. Source user-generated content, engage with our community, and monitor social trends relevant to our audience.
  • Content Creation & Editing: Write or edit engaging blog posts, social copy, email campaigns, and marketing materials. Edit long-form content for brand consistency and clarity. Liaise with external writers.
  • Email Marketing: Develop and execute email campaigns including newsletters, promotional emails, and targeted communications to members and supporters.
  • Public Relations: Draft press releases, pitch stories to media outlets, and manage media relationships to secure coverage of our programs and impact.
  • Ambassador & Partner Relations: Develop and maintain relationships with influencers, ambassadors, and brand partners. Coordinate ambassador programs, content partnerships, social media collaborations, and giveaways.
  • Community Management: Respond to brand and hashtag mentions, engage with followers, and foster an inclusive online community aligned with our organizational values.
  • Asset Curation: Collect and curate organizational and user-generated photos and videos for Adventure Cycling’s asset library, including light editing and applying metadata.
  • Analytics & Reporting: Track KPIs, analyze campaign performance, and provide regular reports with actionable insights to leadership.
  • Collaboration: Partner closely with the marketing team and program teams to align marketing efforts with organizational priorities.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience managing social media channels with demonstrated success growing and engaging online communities
  • Excellent writing and editing skills across formats (social posts, blog articles, emails, press releases)
  • Comfortable working in multiple marketing areas including social, email, blog, PR, and partnerships
  • Data-driven with ability to analyze metrics and translate insights into strategy
  • Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
  • Experience with project management tools, Asana a plus.
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and building a diverse community

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience building relationships with influencers and content creators
  • Background in public relations or journalism
  • Familiarity with design principles and ability to provide creative direction
  • Track record of generating earned media coverage
  • Passion for cycling and/or outdoor recreation

Contract Details

  • Duration: March-December 2026
  • Hours: 35-40/week, must be available during weekday business hours M-F
  • Location: Remote; Open to applicants in the USA only, must have own computer
  • Compensation: $35-38/hour

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Application window will close Feb 15th.

There will be two interviews total and a short writing or editing test for applicants who progress through the first interview.

Please submit a resume and cover letter through this Submittable link.