Head of Marketing and Advertising

Marketing Manager
BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.
BlackSky is looking for a Marketing Manager to create and manage corporate marketing programs. This role is responsible for developing compelling narratives and marketing resources that position BlackSky as a leader in space-based intelligence. On a day-to-day basis, you will interface with internal and external stakeholders, while creating materials to arm employees and marketing stakeholders with the right messaging, content and competitive insights. As part of the Marketing function, you will be responsible for building brand awareness with memorable tactics that reach target customers and industry influencers. This hybrid position is based in Herndon, Virginia, and be responsible for occasionally traveling to support BlackSky engagements in the greater Washington D.Build and execute a corporate marketing and brand awareness plan with business growth and awareness goals.
Shape the positioning and messaging resources that drive wider adoption of our brand's value proposition.
Develop and maintain BlackSky corporate assets, including briefing materials, one-pagers, videos, website content and messaging guides.
Manage marketing deliverables for key corporate programs, including satellite launches, investor materials, strategic partner enablement and major advertising campaigns.
Work closely with broader GTM teams to execute top-of-funnel marketing campaigns.
Ideate corporate website, social media and thought-leadership.
Manage relationships with external agencies and vendors.
Support internal communications and employer branding in a competitive talent market.
Track emerging trends and competitive activity in the space industry to inform brand positioning and messaging strategy.
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
A minimum of 7 years of relevant marketing experience, including past success in brand identity management.
Experience in B2B and/or B2G marketing and brand work.
Familiarity with marketing tools (HubSpot, Adobe Creative Suite, analytics platforms).
Exceptional attention to detail, even when managing multiple deadlines.
Strong research skills and willingness to take initiative on projects.
Experience marketing to military, intelligence community or government agency audiences.
Strong understanding of the government procurement landscape and customer base.
Life at BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible employees includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
• 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.