Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager (aka National Marketing Ninja)

At Ninja Valley, we believe we were born to be alive — to move, laugh, connect, and live life to the fullest. Since opening in 2022, we’ve delivered more than 500,000 Ninja Experiences across our Hamilton and Christchurch arenas, blending fitness, fun, and family energy into one giant adventure playground. Now, we’re gearing up for national expansion — launching new outdoor events and experiences under The NinjaVerse, from inflatable fun runs and water festivals to digital fitness adventures.

Your mission

To build New Zealand’s most energetic, playful, and loved active‑entertainment brand — connecting with families, schools, and communities nationwide. You’ll bring our Born to be Alive purpose to life through strategy, storytelling, and marketing magic.

You’ll be doing things like :

• Developing and executing national marketing campaigns for Ninja Valley and upcoming NinjaVerse spin‑offs (Ninja Run, Ninja Town, Ninja Events).
• Owning the content strategy — from brand storytelling and influencer partnerships to digital ads and community activations.
• Leading creative direction across all channels (social, web, email, outdoor, PR).
• Managing budgets, media buying, and campaign performance reporting.
• Building relationships with schools, sports bodies, and local councils to grow our community impact.
• Collaborating with our founders, venue managers, and design partners to bring big ideas to life — fast.

You’ll thrive here if you :

Perks & Benefits

About Ninja Valley

Ninja Valley isn’t just an indoor playground — it’s a movement. Our mission is simple : to build the most ninja‑packed country on Earth by helping people move, connect, and feel Born to be Alive.

Want to be part of the movement?

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you believe you were Born to Be Alive — and how you’ll bring that energy to Ninja Valley.

This recruitment process is being supported by Brigitta Warren at RecruitNet, so for more information please reach out to her on 021 466 732.

Please note that you will need to be in New Zealand and with the right to work to be considered for this role.

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