Account Executive - Marketing Full-Time In-Person
We are in a league of our own! The Marketing Partnerships team of Little League is growing!
Global impact. The biggest brands. The closest community. Little League International, the leader in youth sports, is growing its partnerships division to support exciting opportunities and development. The Marketing team leads the development and implementation of partnerships with Major League Baseball, ESPN, T-Mobile, DICK’S Sporting Goods, adidas, and more.
The marketing and communication team enjoys traveling to execute events, presenting exciting ideas to partners, and interacting with consumers on behalf of the Little League brand to positively impact youth and communities around the world. We are behind the scenes at the Little League World Series, broadcast exclusively on ESPN platforms creating unprecedented experiences for players, coaches, and countless fans at one of the most iconic venues in all of sports.
Enjoy the feeling of making an impact with marketing activation? From the T-Mobile Call Up Grant to the Gatorade Hydration Pack program to the Lance Crackers Coach of the Year, the Marketing Partnerships team builds exciting programs that not only support brand initiatives but deeply impact Little League communities, children, and families.
Candidates will bring their love of partnership development, enjoy implementing and executing on marketing plans, are capable of creating ideas that impact families and fans, have an eye for detail and organization, and a passion for sports participation. Little League International is a global non-profit organization that supports volunteers and families and believes in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities.
If you thrive in an environment where values like teamwork, fun, community, inclusion, and integrity take the field every day, apply to join our team. Collaboration, creativity, and enthusiasm for the work is important. Participation in sports and as a member of sports team are strongly considered.
This full-time IN-PERSON exempt position has flexible core hours of Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. While most work is done during normal business hours, occasional peaks in workload and special events such as client meetings or calls and the Little League World Series may require working in the evenings and on weekends. Occasional (up to 25%) travel may be required for partnership meetings, Town Hall employee meetings, and travel during peak times (July and August).
This Account Executive position earns a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience. A drug screen and background checks are required. We also offer excellent benefits including a flexible work arrangement program, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and 20 paid holidays per calendar year in a positive work culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL
Located in South Williamsport, PA, we are the administrative and operational headquarters for Little League Baseball and Softball, the leading nonprofit youth sports organization with 75+ years of history supporting youth baseball and softball. Little League® is played in approximately 6,500 communities across more than 80 countries around the world. We believe in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE AT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL
As an Account Executive, you will develop, implement, manage, and maintain all aspects of sponsor and partner relationships including client relations, project management, and marketing; provide excellent customer service, and serve as a liaison to all Little League partners through adherence and management of sponsorship agreements; implement marketing strategies for all brand partnerships; fulfill all contractual marketing benefits and assets, and work with sponsors to deliver and ,meet their partnership goals. Additionally, you will develop and prepare creative marketing assessments and presentations to deliver to clients; creatively use sponsorship assets to build and demonstrate innovative marketing programs to add value to the sponsors’ strategy while maintaining a solid understanding of the Little League Baseball and Softball program, initiatives, history, and goals.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, or related field.
- Specific industry knowledge, including a minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in sports marketing, sponsorship, event marketing and/or promotions.
- Excellent skills in written and spoken communication with strong writing skills to craft agendas and recap reports.
- Ability to access and communicate at all levels of an organization, including senior and executive levels, and ability to maintain business relationships.
- An understanding of marketing strategies, principles, and concepts in order to coordinate and assist in multi-faceted programs including, but not limited to, sponsorships, digital and social media, licensing, advertising, public relations, and associated activities.
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects and assignments on time and on task.
- Strong proficiency with all MS Office programs especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Requires developing and delivering presentations in MS PowerPoint.
- Experience with social media implementation for business.
- Previous project management experience.
- Understanding of conventional digital media and platforms.
- Requires above average typing skills (60+ wpm).
- Requires attention to detail.
- Requires positive work attitude and professionalism while working in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to lift boxes up to 30 pounds.
- Fluency in English language required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant work or internship experience.
- Event management experience.
- Familiarity with Adobe Suite of products preferred.
READY TO JOIN OUR MARKETING TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for the Account Executive, Marketing position, please complete the application and upload your resume and cover letter.
DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE STARTS HERE- ALL ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! We are dedicated in providing a diverse, accepting, and supportive work environment that holds all employees to the highest standards of conduct, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and engagement. We strive to transform our organization into a place where employees work, thrive, and grow while supporting our collective and individual successes.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
