Director, Digital Marketing

ABOUT THE ROLE

CJ 4DPLEX America is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Digital Marketing to lead strategic marketing campaigns for our innovative cinema technology formats, SCREENX and 4DX. This role is responsible for developing and executing marketing initiatives with both exhibitor and studio partners, including social and paid media strategy, exhibitor loyalty programs, events, and in-theater activations.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing entertainment technology company and help shape the future of the moviegoing experience.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital and brand marketing campaign strategies for SCREENX and 4DX across various theatrical releases.
• Manage budgets for exhibitor promotions, loyalty programs, events, influencers, and in-theater marketing.
• Serve as Sr. lead with exhibitor partners, building relationships that drive both brand visibility and box office growth.
• Partner with studio marketing teams to support theatrical campaigns with SCREENX and 4DX integrations.
• Plan and execute screening programs with influencers and publicity partners to garner positive word-of-mouth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal creative, social, and PR teams to deliver innovative marketing activations.
• Oversee exhibitor-facing marketing across websites, apps, social, and mobile platforms.
• Analyze exhibitor research and box-office data to develop actionable strategies.
• Lead marketing for new SCREENX and 4DX theater openings, working with exhibitors, internal teams, and vendors.
• Coordinate with international teams to share best practices and align on global marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive experience in digital marketing, preferably within the entertainment or theatrical industry, with a strong track record of leading successful campaigns
• Proven experience leading and mentoring a team
• Strong knowledge of paid digital media and organic social marketing.
• Experience with creative production (audio/visual and print).
• Experience with experiential marketing including events, screenings and out-of-home executions (OOH)
• Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of box office reporting / trends and film industry data.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with the Headquarters Marketing team, ensuring alignment on global initiatives and sharing best practices.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and marketing partnerships.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Passion for movies, entertainment, and new technology.

ABOUT CJ 4DPLEX

CJ 4DPLEX is a leading, next-generation cinema technology company, headquartered in Seoul with international offices in Los Angeles, London, Beijing and Japan. The company has created innovative film technologies for cinemas worldwide that include SCREENX and 4DX, for consumers to experience films in ways that were never before possible. CJ 4DPLEX is a part of the CJ Group that also includes entertainment powerhouses CJ CGV, the fifth largest theater chain in the world, and CJ ENM (CJ Entertainment & Media).

SCREENX is the world’s first multi-projection cinema with an immersive 270-degree field of view. By expanding the image beyond the frame and onto the walls of the theatre, SCREENX places the audience directly at the center of the story, creating a visually immersive viewing experience unlike any other. To date, there are over 370 SCREENX auditoriums around the world in 38 countries.

4DX provides moviegoers with a multi-sensory cinema-going experience, allowing audiences to connect with movies through motion, vibration, water, wind, snow, lightning, scents, and other special effects that enhance the visuals on-screen. Each 4DX auditorium incorporates motion-based seating synchronized with more than 21 different effects and optimized by a team of skilled editors. To date, there are over 780 4DX auditoriums around the world, spanning over 67 countries.

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Job Type: Full-time

We adhere to all applicable local laws regarding salary transparency and disclose ranges where legally required. The final offer will depend on a variety of factors including market conditions, candidate experience, internal equity, and other relevant considerations.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• As well as other employee benefits