Marketing Director Jobs in Ohio
Marketing Director jobs in Ohio are actively posted across the state, with demand concentrated in consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing sectors, and openings ranging from emerging marketing managers stepping up to seasoned senior directors. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of hiring, anchored by employers like Nationwide, Procter & Gamble, and Progressive. Brand strategy, digital marketing leadership, and integrated campaign management are the specialties Ohio employers ask for most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This is not a job where someone hands you a checklist.
I own three growing businesses in Summit County, and I need a right hand. Someone who can take an idea from me on Monday and have it moving by Friday, without me checking in on it. Someone who lives and breathes AI and knows that every business heading into 2027 will be AI first or left behind. If you are a builder, a self-starter, and the kind of person who figures it out instead of waiting to be told, keep reading.
WHO WE ARE
- AK Renovations: A full-service residential remodeling company. Kitchens, baths, basements, additions, and whole-home renovations across Summit County. Over 25 years in business, built on craftsmanship, transparent pricing, and no surprises.
- Hometown Builders Club: A tech-enabled home advisory and membership company launching now. We give homeowners a complete picture of their home, a plan for its future, and a network of vetted local trade partners to get the work done.
- A commercial property venture: Contractor lease space, new buildings, and a topsoil screening operation.
All three are growing at the same time, and all three are being built AI first. That is why this role exists.
WHAT YOU WILL OWN
1. Growth. Your biggest job is building and running business development and marketing across all three businesses.
- Build the marketing engine from the ground up: websites, social media, email, local advertising, content, and lead generation
- Launch Hometown Builders Club in the local market and build its referral relationships with realtors and trade contractors
- Fill the pipeline for AK Renovations and turn more leads into signed projects
- Find tenants and partners for the commercial property
- Track what is working, cut what is not, and report the numbers
2. The AI operating system. We are building one AI-driven system that runs everything: marketing, lead handling, client communication, proposals, project tracking, bookkeeping support, and reporting. You will build it and run it.
- Design and build AI workflows and automations across all three businesses using tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Zapier, and whatever comes next
- Set up and manage our CRM and connect it to everything else so no lead falls through the cracks
- Use AI to produce marketing content, proposals, and client communication at a pace a traditional team could not match
- Stay on top of the AI landscape as it changes month to month, test new tools fast, and bring the ones that work into the business
- Train the rest of the team to work AI first
3. Structure and compliance. You will help me run the businesses day to day.
- Build the systems, processes, and workflows that let us scale without chaos
- Keep us compliant: licensing, insurance, permits, contracts, and filings across all entities
- Manage vendors, agencies, and outside contractors
- Take projects off my plate and see them through to done
WHO YOU ARE
- A true operator. You execute. You do not need to be managed, reminded, or babysat.
- An AI expert. Not someone who has tried ChatGPT a few times. Someone who uses AI tools every day, builds automations with them, and keeps up with what changed this month.
- A self-starter who sees what needs to happen and does it
- Creative. You come up with ideas, not just carry them out.
- A problem solver who brings solutions, not just problems
- Organized enough to juggle three businesses without dropping balls
- A clear, confident communicator with homeowners, contractors, realtors, and vendors
WHAT YOU BRING
- 5+ years in marketing, business development, operations, or running a business
- Hands-on, provable experience building with AI tools: automations, agents, content systems, or AI-driven workflows
- Proof that you have built something from scratch: a campaign, a program, a system, a department, or a company
- Experience with CRMs, social media, and digital marketing tools
- Experience in home services, construction, real estate, or local small business is a big plus
WHAT YOU GET
- A seat next to the owner and real influence on how three businesses grow
- Freedom to build things your way
- Base salary plus performance-based profit sharing. When the businesses win, you win.
- A front-row seat to building an AI-first company from the ground up
- Room to grow as the companies grow
- A local, family-run team that does good work and treats people right
If you need step-by-step direction to do your best work, this is not the right fit. If you have been waiting for the chance to build something and own the results, I want to hear from you.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Describe an AI automation or workflow you built and use regularly. What tools did you use and what does it do?
- What changed in the AI world in the last 60 days that you think matters for a small business, and why?
- Do you have at least 5 years of experience in marketing, business development, or operations?
- You are handed a business with no marketing and no systems. What are the first three things you do in your first 30 days?
- Can you work on-site in the Cuyahoga Falls area?
Work Location: In person
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in marketing director jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive marketing experience including team leadership
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute multi-channel marketing strategies
- Proficiency with CRM platforms, marketing automation tools, and analytics dashboards
- Experience managing budgets and reporting ROI to senior leadership or executive teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with cross-functional collaboration experience
Marketing Director Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a marketing director in Ohio?
Marketing director roles in Ohio do not require a state-issued license or registration. Most Ohio employers expect a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or business, along with several years of progressively senior marketing experience. Many hiring managers in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati favor candidates who have led teams, managed substantial budgets, and built measurable campaign results. An MBA or a recognized marketing certification such as the American Marketing Association's Professional Certified Marketer credential can strengthen a candidacy.
How much do marketing directors make in Ohio?
Marketing directors in Ohio earn a median of about $132,330 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,490 for the lowest 10% to over $224,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire marketing directors in Ohio?
Employers hiring marketing directors in Ohio right now include Gardant Management Solutions, Saber Healthcare, and Majestic Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of major corporate headquarters in consumer goods, insurance, and healthcare means demand for senior marketing leadership remains consistent throughout the year.
Which Ohio cities have the most marketing director jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Akron are the Ohio cities with the most marketing director openings. Columbus leads because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters in insurance, retail, and financial services, while Cleveland draws from its large healthcare systems and manufacturing base, and Cincinnati benefits from proximity to major consumer goods companies including Procter & Gamble's global headquarters.
Are there remote marketing director jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields, because marketing director work is desk-based, strategic, and transferable across locations. About 55% of marketing director openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed leadership in this function. Brand strategy, content leadership, and digital marketing director roles tend to carry the most remote flexibility compared to roles tied to local event or retail operations.
How can I get hired as a marketing director in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into a marketing manager role first, then building toward director. Ohio employers in Columbus and Cincinnati regularly hire marketing coordinators and digital marketing specialists who grow into management within a few years. Large Ohio-based employers in insurance and healthcare, including those headquartered in Columbus, often run rotational or development programs that accelerate the path. Building a portfolio of measurable campaign results and pursuing the American Marketing Association's PCM credential gives candidates a concrete edge when applying for first director roles.
Where can I find and apply to marketing director jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to marketing director jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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