Marketing Manager at Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Now Hiring! Marketing Manager.

Schedule: Monday through Friday/Hybrid.

Salary: $80k-$90k.

Location: Dania Beach, FL.

Summary:

Drone Nerds, LLC., a subsidiary of XTI Aerospace, Inc. [Nasdaq: XTIA], provides comprehensive drone solutions for enterprise, private, and recreational needs. Established in 2014, Drone Nerds focuses on ensuring that its customers have the right UAS solution for their unique operational needs. With its proprietary Always Flying™ program, Drone Nerds delivers enhanced reliability and assurance for enterprise implementations across industry verticals, including public safety, government, agriculture, construction, insurance, energy, inspection, and more. For more information, visit www.dronenerds.com. We also host ElevateUAV Summit (www.elevateuavsummit.com), the premier event that brings together drone industry leaders, manufacturers, and professionals for two days of education, collaboration, and innovation.

What’s in it for you?

Be part of a high-performing, collaborative, & innovative team - enjoy work each day.Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.Professional development opportunities and access to industry certifications.A full suite of traditional benefits (Health, Vision, Dental).PTO (Paid Time-off).401(k).Employee discounts on drone products and accessories.

Position Overview

The Marketing Manager, Content & Events, will lead and execute the marketing, digital experience, and operational strategy for Drone Nerds’ events portfolio, including the annual ElevateUAV Summit and other industry conferences, webinars, and speaking engagements. This role combines creative marketing strategy, hands-on campaign and event execution, and digital experience management to ensure cohesive storytelling, audience engagement, and revenue growth across every channel and event touchpoint. The ideal candidate is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to build, deploy, and optimize content and event assets end-to-end.

Key Responsibilities

ElevateUAV Summit Management

Oversee the planning and directly execute all marketing and operational aspects of ElevateUAV Summit, including branding, digital campaigns, website management, email automation, ticketing strategy, and on-site experience. Develop and manage annual advertising plans across paid media, retargeting, email, organic social, PR, and other channels. Manage the event website content to ensure an engaging, user-friendly, and conversion-optimized experience. Partner with internal teams and vendors on logistics, registration, exhibitor and sponsor deliverables, signage, and technology support such as AV, event apps, and hybrid platforms. Track event ROI and KPIs, including attendee growth, engagement, sponsor satisfaction, and post-event conversions.

Conferences & Events Portfolio

Lead and execute the marketing strategy for Drone Nerds’ participation in industry conferences and trade shows beyond ElevateUAV. Collaborate with the sales team to maximize brand visibility, booth traffic, and lead generation opportunities. Create post-event reporting frameworks and develop scalable processes for follow-up campaigns and ROI measurement. Identify new event opportunities that align with brand objectives and revenue potential. Lead and execute all on-the-ground event setup and operations, ensuring every detail is implemented (booth preparation, swag and materials distribution, registration flow, team coordination, vendor alignment, and overall event floor readiness).

Thought Leadership & Content Marketing

Manage the thought leadership program, including conference speaking sessions, webinars, and educational initiatives. Coordinate webinar planning, speaker recruitment, promotion, and post-event marketing to drive leads and engagement. Develop blogs, eBooks, whitepapers, and infographics aligned with Drone Nerds’ brand voice and target industries. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure content supports SEO, lead generation, and sales enablement goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, or related field.

Required:

5+ years of experience in event marketing and conference management, preferably in a B2B environment.Strong background in digital marketing and content marketing.Proven experience managing complex events from concept to completion, including logistics and vendor coordination. Excellent organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail. Creative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred: Knowledge in website management (WordPress), paid media, email automation (HubSpot), and analytics. Experience in technology, aviation, or the drone industry is a plus. Availability to travel 20% or more of the time for conferences and trade shows.

Why Join Drone Nerds

Be part of a rapidly growing leader in drone technology and innovation. Take ownership of high-visibility projects such as the ElevateUAV Summit that impact an entire industry. Collaborate with passionate teams shaping the future of unmanned systems. Competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a culture of curiosity and collaboration.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.