Who are we:
A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we’re looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast-paced world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.

Who are you:
An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging, and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you’re committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you’d be shocked if guests weren’t positively impacted by their interactions with you.

OVERVIEW:

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of sports partnerships, with exposure to sales strategy, partnership activation, and cross-functional collaboration across three dynamic teams: the Atlanta Hawks, the College Park Skyhawks, and State Farm Arena.

This role in particular will have a primary focus on Partnership Activation which includes game day and event support, requires interacting with multiple departments across the Hawks organization, and providing best-in-class service throughout execution of partner assets.

The Partnership Activation Seasonal Assistant will report to the Sr. Director, Global Partnership Activation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Act in a general support role to all Activation managers in their day-to-day account management
  • Provide meeting support through diligent notetaking, action item tracking, and distribution of summaries to relevant stakeholders
  • Assist with community activations and partner player/talent appearances
  • Support during games and events, including the execution of in-game experiences/promotions and assisting with partner activations and entitlement nights, concourse activations, etc.
  • Submit various internal request forms
• Participate in season-long activation project
  • Includes oversight of a key partner deliverable from planning through execution and recap phases
• Research and develop league and industry best practices to help strengthen existing partnerships as well as new business
• Provide photography support to maintain proof of performance for all partnership benefits
  • Ensure photographers are booked and have proper event access
  • Create shot lists for games and events
  • Assist in cataloging and tagging photos in Iconik asset management tool
• Assist in the build-out of Mid-Season, End of Season, and Special Event recaps using Sportsdigita and/or other presentation platforms
• Assist in inventory management and proper upkeep of GP closet/other storage spaces
• Provide support on touchpoints, both internally for the partnerships department and for our partner contacts throughout the season
  • Ex. Setting up lunches, shipping out gifting, etc.
• Maintain the Global Partnership partner list in Salesforce to ensure accuracy and accessibility
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience (internships included)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe product suites
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Self-starter who exhibits a strong work ethic
  • Proactive and problem-solving mindset
  • Attention to detail
  • Must be able to handle confidential, privileged, and/or sensitive information carefully and with sensitivity
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, including all event/game nights if applicable for Hawks, Skyhawks and State Farm Arena events

•  Preferred
  • Previous experience in sports partnerships (professional or collegiate level)
  • Familiarity with programs like Sportsdigita, Salesforce, KORE, Iconik, Smartsheet
  • Interest in pursuing a career in sports partnerships longer term

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.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!