Manager, Marketing Operations [6-month contract with potential to become fulltime]

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

Reports to: VP, Marketing

About Viva Pictures

Viva Pictures is a leading independent entertainment company and all rights distributor specializing in animated and family films. Our growing slate includes theatrical and streaming releases such as The Pout Pout Fish, Charlie the Wonderdog, Pets on a Train, Night of the Zoopocalypse, and HitPig. We partner closely with exhibitors, creative agencies, and digital platforms to deliver bold, heartwarming stories that delight audiences worldwide.

Position Overview

The Manager, Marketing Operations plays a central role in the execution and delivery of Viva’s marketing campaigns across theatrical, home entertainment, and streaming platforms. This role ensures seamless coordination across creative production, vendor management, exhibitor programs, and promotional initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple projects, and takes pride in turning strategy into impactful campaigns that connect families to Viva’s films.

Key Responsibilities

· Campaign Operations & Execution

o Oversee timelines, deliverables, and budgets for theatrical, home entertainment, and platform campaigns.

o Manage production and trafficking of creative assets including trailers, TV spots, digital ads, and social creative.

o Coordinate day-to-day campaign execution with internal teams and external partners.

o Ensure all assets are approved, versioned, localized, and delivered on schedule.

· Exhibitor & Promotional Marketing

o Lead execution of exhibitor marketing initiatives including standee distribution, lobby displays, and on-site activations.

o Develop and manage ticket promotion programs with third-party retailers, family brands, and schools to drive attendance and community engagement.

o Partner with exhibitors and marketing partners on family events, sweepstakes, and screenings.

o Coordinate fulfillment of promotional materials and communication with theater chains (AMC, Cinemark etc.).

· Vendor & Partner Management

o Source, brief, and oversee select vendors from concept through delivery.

o Partner with Finance and Legal to process contracts and invoices.

o Maintain strong relationships with exhibitor and agency partners to ensure timely, high-quality execution.

· Asset Management & Reporting

o Maintain a centralized campaign tracker and our digital asset library.

o Collaborate on wrap reports and recaps summarizing performance and learnings.

o Support internal and external presentations, sizzle reels, and deck updates with current creative and metrics.

Qualifications

o 4–6 years of marketing experience, ideally from a studio in film, entertainment, or consumer marketing.

o Experience managing vendors, partners, and complex campaign timelines.

o Strong understanding of exhibitor and promotional marketing programs.

o Knowledge of digital amplification, media performance, and audience insights a plus.

o Exceptional organization, communication, and project management skills.

o Proficiency in Google Workspace, Airtable, PowerPoint, and asset management tools.

o Passion for storytelling and connecting audiences through joyful, family-focused entertainment.

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

o Love bringing campaigns to life from concept to execution.

o Excel at logistics, coordination, and creative problem-solving.

o Enjoy partnering with exhibitors, brands, and schools to reach families where they are.

o Take pride in operational excellence and measurable campaign impact.

Benefits

Salary range $45,000 / 6-month contract
Hybrid work environment
Flexible schedule
Work/Life Balance

Marketing Operations Manager

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