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Highgate

Hospitality and travel-focused venture capital

Director of Marketing & Public Relations

Marketing Generalist & ManagementUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeMiami, FL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in Marketing and Communications, with hospitality industry experience essential.
  • A proven track record in developing and implementing marketing strategies for individual hotels, including measuring return on investment and key performance indicator performance.
  • Proficiency in creative tools such as Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Premiere, and After Effects.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including the General Manager, Director of Sales, Director of Revenue, and Regional Team, and external partners, including media representatives and public relations firms.
  • Expertise in social media marketing and content creation across multiple platforms.
  • Ability to create newsworthy events, develop compelling story ideas, and execute successful media pitches.
  • Ability to organize exclusive, brand-aligned events.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail and follow-up.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and engage effectively at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines and deliver results.

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute integrated marketing, communications, and social media programs that capitalize on newsworthy opportunities and amplify brand visibility.
  • Develop and manage quarterly marketing goals, integrated strategies, and calendars focused on expanding brand awareness, driving engagement, and increasing bookings.
  • Develop an event strategy aligned with quarterly objectives, combining local programming and strategic brand partnerships to deepen audience affinity.
  • Build and maintain relationships with media and community leaders; host press visits, assist with photo shoots, and serve as the hotel spokesperson when appropriate.
  • Create and execute a content strategy across property websites, social channels, advertising, and email campaigns, including organic and paid initiatives.
  • Monitor market trends and implement changes to keep the property relevant and competitive.
  • Partner with department heads and business leaders to align marketing and programming recommendations with operational goals.
  • Work with Food and Beverage teams to drive traffic to outlets through targeted campaigns and activations.
  • Forge alliances with local brands and businesses that complement the hotel's luxury positioning.
  • Ensure communications reflect and reinforce the property's brand identity and luxury lifestyle.
  • Monitor public sentiment, manage communications issues, and lead crisis response when necessary.
  • Oversee corporate social responsibility initiatives, internal communications, and VIP guest activities with a strategic, brand-aligned approach.
  • Collaborate with corporate eCommerce teams to plan and execute paid social campaigns targeting global guests and local audiences.
  • Organize and oversee photography and videography sessions to create premium assets for media, digital platforms, and collateral.
  • Maintain regular contact with past guests through email marketing and customer relationship management tools in coordination with corporate teams.
  • Ensure websites, microsites, and landing pages are current and aligned with business objectives.
  • Partner with Sales leaders to develop awareness campaigns and sales materials.
  • Oversee the marketing budget in collaboration with the Director of Sales and Marketing, ensuring optimal return on investment.
  • Build and maintain a roster of influencers, brand ambassadors, and content creators, and identify hosting opportunities aligned with quarterly goals.
  • Deliver monthly reports on marketing plans, campaigns, and key performance indicators to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Assist with activations and special events that reinforce the property's luxury positioning.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as requested by management to support the success of the property.

About the Company

Highgate

Hospitality and travel-focused venture capital

HTV is the venture capital arm of Highgate, funding early-stage and growth-stage technology companies that serve the hospitality and travel industries, with a focus on Seed and Series A rounds in North America and Europe. It backs startups in areas like revenue management, B2B marketplaces, business intelligence, alternative accommodations, and restaurant tech, providing capital and strategic support to help them scale. HTV stands out by combining hospitality domain expertise with venture funding, leveraging Highgate’s asset base of over 500 owned or managed hotels, 84,000+ rooms, and more than $20 billion in assets under management to accelerate portfolio growth. Its goal is to grow tech-enabled hospitality and travel ecosystems by aligning portfolio company success with Highgate’s network, resources, and strategic interests.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
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