Full-Time

Director – Brand

Posted on 6/20/2024

Fellow

Fellow

51-200 employees

Designs and sells premium coffee brewing equipment

Design
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$170k - $185kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence in San Francisco for three days per week.

Category
Brand & Creative Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Product Management
Branding/Brand Strategy
Requirements
  • 10+ years of consumer marketing experience
  • Master storyteller who brings passion, energy and inspiration to the forefront
  • Experience across brand strategy, creative development, multi-channel execution, social platforms, influencer strategies, retail marketing, community building and PR — has executed these at scale, driving both business results and brand equity
  • Experience leading or participating in user research studies
  • Seasoned people leader; someone who people want to learn from, work with, and are inspired by
  • Effective cross-functional leader and adept at working across product, merchandising, and growth
  • Meticulous planner, able to manage complexity in both products and channels
  • Scrappy with high standards; champagne taste, beer budget
Responsibilities
  • Dream up and execute newsworthy product launches, seasonal, and evergreen marketing campaigns that drive both buzz and sales
  • Drive brand awareness; make Fellow a household name
  • Partner with our creative team to ensure our brand and campaigns connect seamlessly across channels
  • Refine our brand strategy for the next stage of growth
  • Guide user research program that drives deep understanding of customers and centers them in our work
  • Champion our brand internally

Fellow Industries, Inc. designs and sells high-quality coffee brewing equipment and accessories, including electric kettles, coffee grinders, and travel mugs. Their products focus on aesthetics, functionality, and precision to enhance the coffee brewing experience for both individual enthusiasts and professional baristas. Fellow operates primarily through a direct-to-consumer model, selling products via their online store and flagship retail locations in San Francisco and Los Angeles. This approach allows them to maintain control over customer experience and build brand loyalty. Unlike many competitors, Fellow emphasizes innovative product design and customer feedback to continually improve their offerings. The company's goal is to provide premium coffee brewing solutions that cater to the evolving needs of coffee lovers.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$39.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing home coffee brewing trend boosts demand for Fellow's premium products.
  • Fellow's partnerships with influencers like Morgan Drinks Coffee enhance brand visibility.
  • The rise of smart kitchen appliances offers opportunities for IoT integration in products.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging brands with lower prices threaten Fellow's market share.
  • Supply chain issues could delay production and increase costs for premium products.
  • Economic downturns may reduce consumer spending on high-end coffee equipment.

What makes Fellow unique

  • Fellow's Stagg EKG Pro Kettle is a favorite, winning multiple design awards.
  • The Aiden Precision Coffee Maker won the 2024 Good Housekeeping Best Kitchen Gear Award.
  • Fellow's direct-to-consumer model enhances customer experience and brand loyalty.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Company Equity

Employee Discounts

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