Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Dave & Buster's Inc.
Job overview
The Brand Manager at Dave & Buster's Inc. leads marketing strategies and campaign execution for the Main Event brand, impacting brand growth and customer engagement across 61 centers.
Responsibilities and impact
The Brand Manager is responsible for planning and executing national marketing campaigns, managing agency relationships, collaborating cross-functionally, overseeing creative development, budgeting, and supporting new product rollouts to drive traffic and sales.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $72,000 to $96,000 with benefits including PTO, company holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k with company match, employee discounts, and wellness programs.
Experience and skills
Requires minimum 3+ years in brand/marketing with strong strategic thinking, communication, creative feedback, collaboration skills, agency management, business acumen, and KPI tracking experience.
Work environment and culture
Dave & Buster's fosters a fun, creative, and dynamic culture focused on innovative entertainment experiences and employee well-being.
Company information
Dave & Buster's Inc. is a dynamic entertainment company known for its innovative experiences combining games, activities, and food across multiple brands including Main Event.
Team overview
The Brand Manager reports to the Director of Brand Marketing and works closely with agency partners and cross-functional teams including culinary, IT, finance, and operations.
Unique job features
This role offers unique opportunities to work on integrated 360 marketing campaigns and collaborate with culinary teams to align menu innovations with brand strategy.
Company overview
Dave & Buster's is a restaurant and entertainment business that combines dining with arcade games, sports viewing, and event hosting. They generate revenue through food and beverage sales, game play, and special events. Founded in 1982 by David Corriveau and James "Buster" Corley, the company has grown to over 140 locations across North America. Known for its unique blend of dining and entertainment, Dave & Buster's has become a popular destination for both families and adults seeking a fun night out.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in brand and marketing management, emphasizing your skills in campaign development, calendar planning, and project management as these are critical for the Brand Manager role at Dave & Buster's Main Event.
Focus on showcasing your ability to lead integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels, your experience managing agency relationships, and your collaboration with cross-functional teams including culinary, finance, and operations.
Apply through multiple online platforms such as the Dave & Buster's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this position.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the Brand Marketing or Main Event divisions at Dave & Buster's, using ice breakers like referencing recent campaigns they launched or expressing enthusiasm for their innovative entertainment approach.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'campaign development,' 'calendar planning,' 'project management,' 'agency management,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes initial screening.
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