Local Brand Ambassador

$29,120 - $29,120/Yr

Go Ape USA - Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Kansas City, MO

About the position

As a Local Brand Ambassador at Go Ape, you will play a crucial role in driving the success of our events and enhancing the visibility of the Go Ape brand within the community. This position is not just about social media; it’s about creating memorable experiences that resonate with our guests. You will be responsible for attending local marketing events, collaborating with various partners, and ensuring that every interaction reflects the Go Ape ethos. Your efforts will directly contribute to increasing guest visitation and brand awareness in the local area. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the marketing department to research and identify local events that align with our brand values. You will set up and dismantle event equipment, ensuring that everything is in line with our marketing specifications. A deep understanding of local activities will be essential, as you will need to effectively showcase our courses and engage with potential guests. You will embody the Go Ape brand, prioritizing guest satisfaction and creating a WOW experience in every interaction. Your responsibilities will also include boosting our social media presence, particularly on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, as well as increasing our email subscriber base through impactful local events. You will craft social media content that aligns with the goals set by your manager and the marketing team. Additionally, you will distribute brochures to local businesses to enhance regional awareness and ensure that promotional materials are always available at locations carrying Go Ape literature. Identifying and partnering with new businesses will be a key part of your role, as you work to drive community exposure and participation. Building positive relationships with local businesses will enable co-branded events and marketing opportunities, further supporting our marketing and sales initiatives. You will also conduct local market research to identify potential partners, groups, or sales leads, and regularly report project updates to your site manager, marketing liaison, and/or sales representative. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to perform other duties as requested.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the marketing department to research and attend local events, enhancing guest visitation.
• Set up and dismantle event equipment with flair, aligning with marketing specifications.
• Develop a deep understanding of local activities to effectively showcase our courses.
• Be the embodiment of the Go Ape brand, prioritizing Guest WOW in all interactions.
• Boost social media followers (i.e., Instagram and TikTok) along with email subscribers through impactful local events.
• Craft social media content aligned with Manager and marketing goals.
• Distribute brochures to local businesses for heightened regional awareness.
• Ensure continuous availability of promotional materials at businesses carrying Go Ape literature.
• Identify and partner with new businesses to drive community exposure and participation.
• Foster positive relationships with businesses for co-branded events and marketing opportunities.
• Support marketing and sales initiatives with a focus on brand awareness.
• Conduct local market research to identify potential partners, groups, or sales leads.
• Regularly report project updates to site manager, marketing liaison, and/or sales representative.
• Embrace flexibility to perform other duties as required or requested.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with guests and local businesses.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in marketing, event planning, or brand promotion is preferred.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and events.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in community engagement or local marketing initiatives.
• Knowledge of outdoor activities and adventure sports.
• Creative mindset for crafting engaging social media content.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Commission Program
• On demand pay (Instant Pay)
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Unlimited admission
• Discounted merchandise and tickets
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral bonuses
• Employee reward programs
• 401(k)
• Access to our Adventure Fund