Open Source Marketing Specialist - Contractor
The Linux Foundation · United States
Open Source Marketing SpecialistStatement of Work — Independent Contractor
Company DescriptionThe Linux Foundation is a 501(c)(6) non-profit that provides a neutral, trusted hub for developers and organizations to code, manage, and scale open technology projects and ecosystems.
OverviewThe Linux Foundation is seeking a Marketing Contractor to lead data-driven content development, integrated digital campaigns, and strategic marketing initiatives across open source projects on a flexible, deliverable-driven basis.
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor / Statement of Work
Description of Services & Key DeliverablesProgram Leadership & Strategic Collaboration- Lead data-driven content development and integrated marketing efforts for open source projects, ensuring alignment with organizational and project-level goals
- Act as a strategic partner to Project Directors, steering cross-functional initiatives and facilitating the implementation of key marketing decisions
- Represent project and marketing strategy in stakeholder meetings, synthesizing insights and guiding action plans with clarity and confidence
Marketing Operations & Content Performance- Manage content calendars mapped to campaign milestones and stakeholder engagement objectives
- Execute digital marketing activities — including email marketing, digital advertising, and social media campaigns — using HubSpot, Sprout Social, and other modern martech platforms
- Monitor and analyze channel performance metrics across all marketing activities; optimize workflows and deliver detailed engagement reports
Event Promotion & Brand Visibility- Drive project presence at key industry and community events, providing strategic recommendations to maximize event ROI
- Align promotional content and assets with event schedules, product launches, and technical milestones to build awareness and drive engagement
Team Leadership & Operational Development- Lead and facilitate meetings across virtual global teams, encouraging agile decision-making and solution-oriented approaches
- Promote a culture of excellence, positivity, and continuous improvement within team and cross-functional engagements
- Leverage AI tools and emerging marketing tech to drive efficiency, productivity, and innovation across marketing operations
Budget & Stakeholder Management- Maintain clear, regular communication with clients, sponsors, and project committees while providing executive-level reporting and cross-functional coordination
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience in marketing execution, campaign management, or project coordination within technical or open source environments
- Familiarity with open source ecosystems, technical communities, and Linux Foundation projects
- Proficiency in HubSpot, social media management software, Google Workspace, and modern martech tools including AI platforms
- Strong analytical skills with proven capability to pull, interpret, and present campaign performance data
- Experience building AI agents to run marketing workflows
- Ability to work independently in a global remote environment and manage cross-functional priorities with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Additional InformationPay $8,000 - $10,000 per month
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.