Fractional CMO · Marketing manager · Auckland, NZ & London, UK

Senior marketing help, without a full-time hire.

A fractional marketing manager, or fractional CMO, is a senior marketer who works with you part-time. Karl plans, runs and reports on your marketing, or coaches you and your team to run it confidently in-house, backed by advanced automation. You get 15+ years of digital marketing experience for a few days a month, not a full-time salary.

What's included

What a fractional marketing manager does for you

Part-time marketing management

A senior marketer who owns your marketing for an agreed number of days each month.

Marketing strategy & 90-day plans

Positioning, channels, budget and clear targets, written down and reviewed monthly.

Managing freelancers, agencies & budgets

Briefing, coordinating and holding suppliers to account, so spend goes where it works.

Monthly reporting & accountability

Plain-language reports on leads, cost per lead and revenue, and what changes next.

1:1 marketing coaching for founders

Regular sessions to build your confidence and skills, so you can make better marketing decisions yourself.

Team training in digital marketing & AI tools

Practical training on AI workflows, content, ads and analytics, built around your business.

Clients have described Karl as both “tactical” and “creative”, and as “the perfect addition to our growing team”. Read the full recommendations on LinkedIn, take the free AI marketing scorecard to see where you stand, or start with an Extensive Brand Audit.

How we work

Our process

  1. ReviewWhere your marketing is today: brand, website, channels, data and what's working.
  2. PlanA 90-day plan with priorities, budget, owners and the numbers to hit.
  3. Run or coachKarl runs the plan with you, or coaches your team to run it, with automation doing the repetitive work.
  4. Report & refineMonthly reporting and a review of what to keep, change or stop.
FAQ

Fractional marketing manager questions

What is a fractional CMO?

A fractional CMO (chief marketing officer) is a senior marketing leader who works with your business part-time. You get strategy, planning and accountability at leadership level, without the salary of a full-time CMO.

What is a fractional marketing manager?

A fractional marketing manager is an experienced marketer who works with your business part-time, often a few days a month. You get senior strategy and hands-on management without the cost of a full-time hire.

How is a fractional marketing manager different from an agency?

An agency usually delivers specific services, such as ads or a website. A fractional marketing manager looks after your marketing as a whole: setting the strategy, choosing channels, managing suppliers and reporting on results, like an in-house marketing lead would.

Do you offer marketing coaching instead of management?

Yes. Some clients want Karl to run their marketing, others want coaching so they can do it themselves. Many start with management and move to coaching as their team grows in confidence.

How much does a fractional marketing manager cost?

It depends on how many days a month you need and what's involved. Every engagement is quoted after a short scoping chat, with no long lock-in.

Do you work as a fractional CMO in Auckland and London?

Yes. Karl works remotely over Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams, so where you are isn't a barrier. For London and UK businesses, calls are scheduled around UK hours, and Auckland clients can meet in person when it helps. He also works with clients across New Zealand and Australia.

Fractional CMO or fractional marketing manager: which do I need?

A fractional CMO focuses on strategy, budget and leadership. A fractional marketing manager also runs campaigns and manages suppliers day to day. Karl can do either, or both, depending on the size of your team.

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