Managing Director, The Marlin Group

Managing Director, The Marlin Group - Remote Position Reports to: Chief Executive Officer The Marlin Group is looking for a Managing Director to lead sales, marketing and editorial activities across all group platforms while also leading the deployment of new technology to streamline operations. The Managing Director will serve as a senior operational leader within The Marlin Group, responsible for overseeing the company's core business functions-including sales, marketing and editorial-to drive revenue growth, brand strength and organizational alignment. This role is designed to enable the CEO to focus on strategic initiatives by ensuring day-to-day excellence across all commercial and content operations. The Managing Director will unify teams, optimize performance, and help position The Marlin Group as the definitive authority in big-game fishing media. The Ideal Candidate: * 10+ years of experience in marine media, outdoor media, or a closely related industry * Demonstrated experience managing both editorial/content and revenue-generating functions * Proven track record of driving revenue growth and achieving or exceeding targets * Strong understanding of media business models, including digital, print, events and sponsorships * Experience leading cross-functional teams and senior-level operators * Deep familiarity with the big-game fishing community strongly preferred What You'll Do: Strategic Execution * Lead the full integration of InTheBite into The Marlin Group ecosystem, including brand alignment, sales coordination and audience development * Take the lead on the deployment of a new CRM system and development of AI solutions to increase sales, marketing and editorial efficiency * Track progress against strategic initiatives and adjust execution as needed * Financial P&L responsibility for media operations Operational Leadership * Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of sales, marketing and editorial functions * Align cross-functional team members around shared business goals, KPIs and performance standards * Establish operating rhythms, reporting structures and accountability frameworks * Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability Revenue Growth & Commercial Strategy * Own achievement of company revenue targets across advertising, partnerships, events and emerging products * Work closely with publishers and sales teams to develop and execute revenue strategies * Identify new revenue opportunities, including digital products, sponsorships and experiential offerings * Monitor pipeline health, pricing strategy and yield optimization Brand & Market Leadership * Strengthen The Marlin Group's position as a leading voice in the global big-game fishing community * Ensure brand consistency and excellence across all platforms and touchpoints * Partner with editorial leadership to maintain best-in-class content that drives audience growth and engagement * Represent the company at industry events, tournaments and key partner meetings Team Leadership & Development * Directly manage senior leaders including Editor-in-Chief, Publishers, Sales Representatives, and Marketing Director * Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration and results * Recruit, develop and retain top talent across all functions * Establish clear goals, feedback loops and professional development pathways What Success Looks Like (First 12-18 Months) * Revenue targets consistently achieved or exceeded * Seamless integration of InTheBite into the Marlin ecosystem * Improved alignment and performance across sales, marketing and editorial teams * Measurable growth in audience, engagement and brand authority * CEO bandwidth meaningfully shifted toward strategic projects About You: Skills & Competencies * Strategic thinker with strong operational execution skills * Commercially driven with a sharp understanding of revenue levers * Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Data-driven decision maker with experience using performance metrics and analytics * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Additional Requirements * Passion for big-game fishing and a genuine connection to the sport and its community is essential * Willingness to travel for tournaments, industry events and key meetings * High level of professionalism, integrity and accountability * Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward action and continuous improvement About Us: The Marlin Group is the world's largest big-game fishing network reaching more than one million captains, anglers, mates and boat owners annually across a variety of touchpoints. The group publishes Marlin, the industry's No. 1 source since 1981, and InTheBite, the market leading magazine for sportfishing captains for more than 20 years. The Marlin Group operates the Offshore World Championship in Costa Rica; Los Cabos Billfish Tournament in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; Scrub Island Billfish Series in the British Virgin Islands; Hawaii Marlin Tournament Series; the Bermuda Triple Crown; and the Marlin Global Challenge, making it the worldwide leader for international billfishing tournaments. Marlin Expeditions has led anglers on educational excursions to the globe's top big-game fishing destinations for more than 20 years. The Marlin Group is a core division of the US-based outdoor adventure company Bonnier LLC. Learn more at and .

Created: 2026-04-02