Position Summary:
The Coordinator of Partnerships is responsible for managing and delivering key internal and client-facing facets of corporate partnerships. Ideal candidates should possess exceptional project and event management skills, creativity, drive, and organizational skills. This candidate will directly support the Vice President in driving key initiatives and advancements in addition to everyday core functions necessary for the department to operate. The role will provide a hybrid view into all facets of partnerships with a unique blend of support, leadership, and learning for right candidate who aspires to make an impact.
Essential Functions:
• Plan, lead, and execute special projects to advance department operating levels as assigned by Vice President.
• Plan, lead, and execute department hospitality events – opening day client party, away game destination trips, gameday suite hosting, client gifting, and other premium occasions.
• Support the department by fulfilling important administrative needs Including by not limited to client hosting ticket management & deployment, game operation partner asset scripting, homestand activation planning notes, media credentials, photo/video shot lists, and other details.
• Collaborate with Senior Leadership and other internal teams on applicable projects and initiatives.
• Assist in overseeing certain financial components of the Partnerships business to ensure consistency and efficiency including invoicing, reporting, and other items.
• Participate in client activations and projects in support of the Partnership Marketing (service) team.
• Participate in new business acquisition strategies, outreach, proposal development, and meetings.
• Support department Vice President with executive administrative functions as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements:
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate, influence and cultivate relationships.
• Experience in premium hospitality and event planning.
• Demonstrated business acumen, analytical, and operational skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as applicable.
• Knowledge and passion for sports & entertainment, preferred.
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.