Interim Marketing Director
Job Type: Interim Unpaid (Future Paid Role) | Department: Marketing | Location: Remote, Missouri
(Preference for Missouri-based candidates, but open to exceptional out-of-state applicants)
About the Role:
VBA (Venture Beyond Aspirations) is seeking a creative and strategic Interim Marketing Director to lead and execute marketing efforts across multiple initiatives, including our core brand, VBA Connect, and VBA Creatives. This is a remote role with preference given to Missouri-based candidates due to our regional event structure.
As the Marketing Director, you’ll be responsible for shaping and sharing the VBA story—both online and in-person. You will oversee a variety of marketing activities that support both the company and our Member Consultants, who host monthly social outings and community-based events across Missouri.
This is an interim unpaid position with a clear path toward becoming a paid leadership role as funding allows.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage content for VBA’s social media channels
Design graphics using Canva that align with brand standards and campaign goals
Create and schedule email marketing campaigns that promote events and initiatives
Update and monitor the VBA website for accuracy, announcements, and promotions
Plan and support marketing for Member Consultant events, including in-person monthly socials
Collaborate on marketing strategy and promotion for VBA Connect and VBA Creatives programs
Support branding, outreach, and community engagement through digital and in-person presence
Qualifications:
Proven experience in digital marketing, social media management, or brand development
Strong design skills using Canva or similar tools for creating visual content
Familiarity with email marketing platforms and marketing automation tools
Experience with website management and updates (preferably Wix or similar platforms)
Ability to plan and execute both online and in-person marketing events
Comfortable supporting marketing for multiple programs: VBA Connect, VBA Creatives, and Member Consultant events
Available to contribute 6–10 hours per week
Willing to serve in an unpaid capacity until funding allows for compensation
Location: Preference for candidates based in Missouri, but open to exceptional out-of-state applicants
What You'll Gain:
Executive-level experience managing and building a full-scale marketing strategy for a growing organization
Strategic input on the brand voice, community growth, and program positioning
First consideration for future paid marketing leadership roles, including a salaried Marketing Director or CMO position
Visibility and influence as part of VBA’s core leadership team
Access to a VBAspire email address, VBA ID card (at no cost), and select non-monetary benefits
Inclusion in company-wide strategy sessions, team decisions, and long-term planning
The opportunity to build a portfolio of work that spans multiple brands and initiatives, from community engagement to creative support
