Marketing Manager at Climbing Business Journal

Marketing Manager — High Point Climbing And Fitness (Company-Wide)

• Accepting Applications Through January 31, 2026
• First Round Interviews Conducted January 5 through January 14.
• Desired Start date on or before February 9th.
  
  

High Point Climbing And Fitness is one of the nation’s largest and most recognized climbing gym organizations, serving vibrant communities across Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida. We’re looking for a highly creative, organized, and self-driven Marketing Manager to help elevate member engagement, grow program participation, drive sales, and support the graphics and marketing needs of all eight High Point locations.

This role is central to how our community sees, hears, and connects with High Point. It is fast-paced, creative, and ideal for someone who loves visual design, storytelling, outdoor culture, and bringing bold ideas to life.

The Marketing Manager will report directly to the Marketing Director.

Key Responsibilities

DIGITAL GRAPHIC DESIGN (TOP PRIORITY)

• Design promotional graphics for email campaigns, social media, events, programs, and in-facility signage.
• Maintain brand consistency across all eight facilities.
• Collaborate with photographers and videographers to produce high-quality content.
  
  

EMAIL MARKETING (TOP PRIORITY)

• Create and distribute monthly email newsletters for all High Point locations.
• Build targeted and segmented email campaigns to promote youth programs, adult programs, events, camps, clubs, teams, and membership sales.
• Maintain email list segmentation, scheduling, and performance tracking.
  
  

WEBSITE & SEO SUPPORT

• Update website content as needed.
• Support SEO and user experience improvements.
  
  

COMMUNITY & INTERNAL COMMUNICATION

• Work with team leads at each facility including General Managers, Program Coordinators, Head Coaches, and Head Route Setters.
• Support external partnerships and community promotions.
• Maintain accurate internal signage and digital displays.
  
  

REPORTING & ORGANIZATION

• Track email performance metrics.
• Maintain organized schedules and project timelines.
• Support campaign planning and execution.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Strong graphic design and digital content skills, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong organization, time management, and independence.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in a related field.
• Previous marketing experience
• Social media management experience.
• Website content management experience.
• Photography or videography skills.
• Rock climbing experience.
  
  

Benefits

• Free High Point gym membership for employee and spouse/ family.
• Outdoor industry discount benefits.
• Health insurance program.
• Paid Time Off:
  
  

– First Year – 2 weeks (10 days)

– Second Year – 3 weeks (15 days)

• 6 Paid Holidays Annually.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & LOCATION

This is an in-person, management-company position based out of High Point Climbing And Fitness’s central office located in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee. This role works closely with the Marketing Director and leadership team and collaborates regularly with staff across all eight High Point locations.

Compensation

Salary Range: $40,000 to $48,000

Bonus

The Marketing Manager is eligible for discretionary bonuses based on overall company performance, achievement of sales and revenue goals, demonstrated work ethic, and the quality and effectiveness of work produced. Bonus eligibility and amounts will be evaluated by High Point Management Company.