Program Manager and Marketing

The UCLA Anderson Venture Accelerator provides support to early-stage startups launched by UCLA students, faculty, alumni, and LA community. As an integral part of UCLA's entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Accelerator strengthens the culture of innovation and collaboration across campus. Located within the Harold and Pauline Price Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, the Accelerator offers programming, mentorship, and community-building opportunities that help founders develop and scale their ventures. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Program Marketing Manager leads marketing, communications, and brand strategy for the Venture Accelerator, elevating visibility for UCLA's entrepreneurship initiatives. The role develops and executes marketing campaigns, social media strategy, digital communications, that highlight program impact, founders, and key milestones. The position manages all content creation for social media, newsletters (weekly and quarterly), website updates (per cohort), event promotion, and physical and digital marketing materials, ensuring consistent and engaging storytelling across platforms. In addition to overseeing marketing strategy and execution, the Program Manager executes the cohort program communications, including managing application cycles, founder communications, speaker and program alumni outreach, and event logistics for flagship initiatives such as the UCLA Draper Innovation Showcase and Accelerate Program. The role also coordinates with vendors, campus partners, and volunteers to ensure successful delivery of all programs and events. Additional responsibilities include collecting and analyzing engagement metrics, supporting monthly and annual reports that highlight program outcomes, and representing the Accelerator at UCLA and Los Angeles startup community events. The Program Manager prepares presentation materials, and assists with budget monitoring to ensure timely, compliant financial transactions. This role requires strong creative, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Assignments are given in terms of broad goals and strategies. Employee is expected to be self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.