PEOPLE LIKE WHAT WE DO
‘Thanks again for this week. So much fun. What a great vibe. Compliments to all the staff. They are so friendly and professional.’ September 2022 — Arjen Lubach
‘If you don’t turn down the volume, I’m calling the police’ — Bitchy Neighbor
Location: Amsterdam
Type: Full-time, 40 hrs
Start Date: As soon as you’re ready to make some noise!
Boom Chicago is an Amsterdam-based creative institution known for sharp comedy and bold ideas on stage and beyond. We market and promote many shows in our two biggest theaters (350 and 130 seats), plus innovative community shows in the Attic Theater (35 seats). We promote our own improv and sketch comedy shows, Comedy Embassy stand up shows, custom corporate content, visiting comedians and LGBTQ events.
We also promote unexpected events like professional wrestling, country nights, immersive theater, burlesque shows and Magic Brunch at the Prins & Aap. We make people laugh, think, and have a great time. That’s what we want in our marketing. That’s where you come in.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Marketing Manager who can think strategically and creatively. You can imagine and execute clever campaigns. This is a leadership role for someone who can both think big and get things done.
You’ll lead and manage a team of marketing specialists. You will oversee their work, support their development, and ensure their work integrates with our goals.
You will create and execute innovative marketing campaigns whose costs can be associated with an increase in ticket sales and other revenue.
Working in a office and a venue with a bar is not the right answer for everyone. For you it’s probably a plus.
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Leading Boom Chicago’s evolving marketing strategy across B2C (live shows, events, classes) and B2B (corporate shows, training, media projects).
- Managing and overseeing our digital channels—email, social, paid media, SEO/SEM—with an eye for performance and personality.
- Managing campaigns for show launches, partnerships, and special events.
- Collaborating with our creative, sales, front of house and production teams.
- Tracking metrics, analyzing performance, and constantly testing new ideas.
We’re Looking for Someone Who
- Has 5+ years of experience in marketing, ideally in entertainment, live events, media, or a fast-moving creative environment.
- Thinks strategically and executes with flair. What fills the house not only today, but every day?
- Knows how to connect with audiences and turn insights into action.
- Is a natural leader who can manage teams, freelancers, and agency partners with ease.
- Has direct experience managing a team of specialists.
- Understands the power of comedy and creative risk.
- Writes well in both English and Dutch (and ideally, with wit).
- Thrives in an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment.
- Is a dick. No wait. Works well in teams. We meant works well in teams
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with CRM, analytics, and CMS tools.
- A love of performance, culture, and maybe even improv.
- Someone excitied to work with Freddy the Boom Chicago puppy.
What You’ll Get
- A creative, fun, and fast-paced workplace where no two days are the same.
- The chance to shape Boom Chicago’s future and your own.
- A diverse team of marketing specialists that values humor, collaboration, and bold ideas.
- Tickets to shows (obviously), plus access to unique events and opportunities.
Ready to join the Boom?
Apply with your resume and a short note that tells us who you are, what you’ve done, and why you’re the right person to lead the charge. Please send your application to [email protected].