Affiliate Marketing Director (Performance Based - Commission- Remote Possible)

June 17, 2026

<h3> </h3><h3>1. Role Overview</h3> This could be a remote position. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Affiliate Marketing Director to lead, scale, and optimize our school partnership and student ambassador programs. This is a high-impact, 100% performance-based role designed for a seasoned marketer who thrives in a "pay-for-performance" environment You will own the end-to-end strategy, from identifying and recruiting high-value school partners to managing a network of student ambassadors, with the primary goal of driving student acquisition and revenue growth <h3>2. Primary Objectives</h3><ul><li>Strategic Growth: Develop and execute a comprehensive affiliate strategy to drive measurable revenue and new student enrollment </li><li>Network Expansion: Identify, recruit, and onboard high-quality school partners and student ambassadors that align with our brand values </li><li>Program Optimization: Continually analyze performance metrics to refine commission structures and promotional tactics for maximum RO</li></ul><h3>3. Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Recruitment & Outreach: Proactively identify and recruit potential school partners and student influencers through networking, outreach, and relationship building</li><li>Relationship Management: Act as the primary point of contact for affiliates, providing them with the necessary training, resources, and promotional materials to succeed </li><li>Contract & Commission Management: Negotiate and finalize affiliate agreements, ensuring clear terms, competitive commission structures, and profitability </li><li>Campaign Execution: Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling marketing materials tailored for student and educational audiences </li><li>Performance Tracking: Monitor affiliate activity and compliance daily, using data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement </li><li>Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on program performance, key metrics, and growth initiatives (</li></ul><h3>4. Required Skills and Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Experience: 2+ years of demonstrable experience in affiliate marketing, partnership management, or performance marketing, preferably within the education or e-commerce sectors </li><li>Analytical Mindset: Ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable insights to optimize conversion rates and ROI </li><li>Negotiation Skills: Excellent communication and negotiation skills to secure high-value partnerships and manage diverse affiliate relationships (</li><li>Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with affiliate tracking platforms, CRM tools (like HubSpot), and analytics software (like Google Analytics) (</li><li>Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred (</li></ul><h3>5. Preferred Attributes</h3><ul><li>Owner’s Mindset: A self-starter who is motivated by driving results and is comfortable with a compensation model tied directly to performance</li><li>Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the educational landscape and the unique motivations of student ambassadors.</li><li>Compliance Awareness: Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to affiliate marketing and student data privacy </li></ul><h3>6. Compensation Structure</h3>This is a performance-based (commission-only) position.<ul><li>Commission: A highly competitive percentage of revenue or a fixed fee for every qualified lead/enrollment generated through your managed programs.</li><li>Bonuses: Performance-tier bonuses for reaching specific milestones (e.g., number of active school partners or total enrollment targets).</li><li>Transparency: We provide full visibility into tracking and attribution to ensure you are compensated accurately for every conversion you drive</li></ul> Salary: 50 - 75 USD Per hour

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