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Vice President, Marketing

Galileo Learning

Oakland, CA
Full Time
Executive
175k-200k
17 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp dedicated to empowering young innovators to change the world. Since 2002, we've inspired hundreds of thousands of kids across 100+ diverse communities, becoming a leader in the Innovation Education Movement. At Galileo, innovation, purpose, and personal growth come together to create an environment where your unique talents shine, and your impact is celebrated. We're committed to fostering a culture that champions inclusion for all, continually innovating to ensure every voice is heard. We have been named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation four times, including in 2024, and we've made the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area list over 12 times. Come join us for a joy-filled summer in a mission-driven environment where you'll be part of something truly special!

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing media, Field Marketing, and conversion efforts targeting families across approximately 75-100 parent-pay camp locations through an annual launch and promotion plan.
  • Driving acquisition through full-funnel strategies, including traditional performance marketing, zero-click content, social engagement, audience-building, and owned channels.
  • Building brand distinctiveness and salience in target markets through content, engagement, and community presence.
  • Deploying customer and market intelligence to inform new-site acquisition, growth planning, and local tactics.
  • Owning website content and performance (lead generation and enrollment) across B2C and B2B business lines.
  • Managing all critical customer communications including engagement, program logistics, and renewal processes.
  • Supporting the growth of Galileo X, the emerging B2B (school and district) business line, offering summer enrichment and curriculum licensing.
  • Leading a small marketing team (~3-4), a Revenue/Enrollment team (~2-3 plus seasonal staff), and managing external agencies (paid media, web, MarTech).
  • Creating, owning, and improving a holistic marketing plan aligned with organizational growth targets.
  • Defining and managing KPIs that integrate strategy and performance across channels, adjusting as needed.
  • Contributing to organizational leadership as a member of the executive team, influencing strategy, culture, and staff development.
  • Overseeing development of creative content to support marketing and communications priorities.
  • Guiding local engagement efforts in field marketing and community activation to maximize local presence and partnerships.
  • Managing all customer communications from engagement to logistics to renewals, ensuring clarity and delight.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership in B2C marketing roles.
  • At least 3 years at the Senior Director level or higher, managing teams and external agencies.
  • Proven track record of leading full-funnel marketing in a high-growth environment.
  • Expertise in acquisition, conversion optimization, and customer journey management.
  • Strong analytical background with experience building and using KPIs to drive decisions.
  • Demonstrated success in brand-building, content strategy, and community engagement.
  • Familiarity with multi-site and seasonal marketing tactics is a plus.
  • Experience marketing education, travel, or family/kid-related services is a plus.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with multi-site and highly seasonal marketing tactics.
  • Experience marketing education, travel, or other family and kid-related services.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership in B2C marketing roles.
  • At least 3 years at the Senior Director level or higher, managing teams and external agencies.
  • Proven success in full-funnel marketing, brand-building, and community engagement.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in KPI-driven decision making.
  • Experience with multi-site and seasonal marketing tactics is a plus.
  • Experience marketing education, travel, or family/kid-related services is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

  • No-cost medical insurance for employees with options to add dependents at cost.
  • Vision and Dental Insurance.
  • 401k benefits after 1 year of employment.
  • Flexible Paid Time Off with no limits, encouraging employees to rest and recharge.
  • Unlimited free camp for your child(ren) or two free weeks as a gift.
  • Friends and Family Discount for Galileo Camps.
  • Priority scholarship nominations for Galileo Camps.
  • Generous parental leave and extensive support with leave planning.
  • Employee Assistance Program, options for life insurance, and more.
  • Remote work location possible in California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Texas, North Carolina, New York, or Washington.
  • Hybrid office and work-from-home policy for employees in the San Francisco Bay Area.
  • Schedule & Time Commitment: Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week, with some travel and camp site visits during summer.

Working at Galileo Learning

Galileo fosters a mission-driven, inclusive, and innovative culture that champions diversity and personal growth. The organization values collaboration, creativity, resilience, and a customer-oriented approach, emphasizing a joyful, supportive environment where every voice is heard and impact is celebrated.

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Job Details

Posted AtSep 5, 2025
Job CategoryMarketing
Salary175k-200k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceExecutive

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About Galileo Learning

Website

galileo-camps.com

Location

Oakland, CA

Industry

Educational Support Services

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