Sports Partnership Manager

Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join the Sports Partnerships team. This role focuses on managing strategic partnerships, supporting programs, and maintaining strong relationships with athletes, sports creators, and other public figures within the sports community. The successful candidate will serve as the organization’s liaison to the sports community, planning and executing strategic initiatives across all our platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the strategy, implementation, and optimization of partnerships and programs with athletes, sports creators, and public figures.
• Develop and execute innovative strategies for partners to drive business growth and success on our platforms.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the sports community, collaborating with internal cross-functional teams across social platforms and other internal teams to build high-impact programs, partnerships, and solutions.
• Cultivate and maintain deep industry relationships, including with agencies, representatives, brands, universities, and athletes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to develop and execute strategic plans for key sports events and activations, ensuring maximum impact on platforms.
• Act as an internal advocate within the organization for sports partners, including product teams, ensuring that partner input is considered in relevant product and policy decisions.
• Provide timely and effective support to resolve technical and operational issues for partners, ensuring seamless partner experiences.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and competitor activity, identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in the sports/entertainment industry, with a focus on digital initiatives and partnerships with athletes or public figures.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead and manage multiple time-sensitive, cross-functional projects on deadline.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to serve as a spokesperson for the organization.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking on complex issues, leading to thoughtful recommendations and action plans.
• Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally with all levels of management, both internally and externally.
• Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with social media’s family of apps and services.
• Familiarity with the sports community and its ecosystem.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with performance tracking and reporting.

Location: Remote or Onsite (LA or NYC)

Role type: Contract 6 Month Position 

Expected hours: 40 per week 

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you or will you in the future require any sponsorship to work in the US?

Language:

• English  (Required)