Manager, Sponsorship Consulting

Job Description:

MKTG S+E is a global agency that harnesses the power of sports and entertainment for brands. For over 20 years, we've ignited fandom and innovated activation in the world of sports and entertainment to make something worth noticing, engaging, liking, sharing and remembering. We leverage deep INSIGHTS and our network of seasoned & creative team members to create IMPACT between properties, fans & brands. MKTG S+E is a part of the broader dentsu Sports International network.

MKTG Sports + Entertainment is looking for a dynamic and strategic Manager, Sponsorship Consulting to join our team and help advise clients on the best partnership execution, athlete/talent management, and strategic presentations.

We are looking for a accomplished marketer with in-depth NFL experience to implement strategic, integrated brand marketing and activation campaigns with our roster of Fortune 500 clients. You will partner with a team of experienced marketers in developing and measuring performance of NFL activation programs. Successful employees will approach unexpected challenges quickly and creatively. This is a hybrid opportunity based in our Charlotte, NC office and you will report into the VP, Sponsorship Consulting.

You have the following attributes:

• In-depth knowledge of and ability to navigate the NFL ecosystem
• Experience working with athletes and influencers
• Manage, collaborate, and support team members from different offices around the country
• Experience with the broader sponsorship landscape is helpful (NBA, NFL, MLB, NCAA, and F1)
• Knowledge of and experience with the full marketing mix, social media, content marketing, influencer approaches, and marketing promotions
• An internal drive to bring client and organizational value, even in fluid or undefined environments
• Generate creative solutions to business and marketing challenges facing our clients

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of professionals with an ability to inspire best-in-class work and cultivate careers for rising stars
• Develop client solutions and present to internal and external client team members
• Establish trusted relationships with client team and identify potential revenue growth opportunities
• Work with sanctioning bodies and rightsholders to help develop outstanding marketing partnerships
• Write and develop important documents including POV documents to client-ready status using Microsoft Suite of products which include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Support negotiations with local and national rightsholders on behalf of clients, securing win-win agreements that surpass client expectations
• Play an active role in the agency new business activities including brainstorming, presentation writing and presentation delivery
• Tentpole event and select meeting travel is required

You Have:

• At least 5 years directly related experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working within the NFL landscape
• BA/BS in Marketing related field

The annual salary range for this position is $59,000-$96,025. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation.

Benefits available with this position include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance,

• Life insurance,

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance,

• 401k,

• Flexible paid time off,

• At least 15 paid holidays per year,

• Paid sick and safe leave, and

• Paid parental leave.

Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. For further details regarding Dentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com.

To begin the application process, please click on the “Apply” button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.

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This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.

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