About the Position

WNBA x Golden State Warriors is looking for a Vice President to drive sponsorship revenue, strategy, and activation. In this role, you will be the ultimately collaborator with Marketing, Content, Public Relations, Basketball Operations, GSW counterparts, and Chase Center. As a vital member of the leadership team building WNBA x Golden State, you will be expected to reinforce the values and strategy of the franchise in the business community to drive trust and revenues for the short and long term. This position reports to the President, WNBA x Golden State.

Come share your expertise with a growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!

This is a full-time position based onsite in Oakland, CA with weekly and event time in San Francisco, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Work with the President on market strategy, sales approach, timelines, and results
Collaborate alongside GSW corporate partnerships leadership team for the utilization of measurement and insights, asset ideation, sales team goals and execution, and shared activation optimization
Hire and manage partnership development team
Ensure all partnerships of Golden State x WNBA are executed to the highest standard
Develop and execute an engagement strategy for partners individually and collectively
Work closely with GSW insights team to set a new standard in the measurement variables in women’s sports
Curate relationships with Golden State x WNBA content team, in addition to GSW studio, for the development of proactive content assets that create high engagement for Golden State x WNBA and the partner
Assist in developing platforms for sale and enhanced WNBA x Golden State brand moments
Own the partner utilization and communication across the organization
Enforce brand guidelines and standards to maintain brand integrity in all partnership conversations
Represent the growth and momentum of women’s sports to drive revenue and impact
Bring strategic relationships into Golden State x WNBA with the goals of user acquisition and revenue
Build and lead a high-performing team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
Set clear goals and expectations for the team and establish metrics to measure performance and track progress
Foster an inclusive and innovative work environment, encouraging creativity and collaboration
Manage budgets, allocate resources effectively and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

Required Experience & Skills

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Administration or Sports Management, or equivalent work experience
10 years of partnership sales/management, storytelling, project management, and leadership experience in sports, entertainment, or other high-profile industry/company; agency experience preferred
5 years of supervisory management experience leading diverse teams of creative personnel and content creators to achieve defined goals
Experience managing sponsorship and/or activation budgets
Ability to think strategically and creatively, turning engagement behavior data into effective and innovative strategies and results
Knowledge of current and emerging marketing trends
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience developing engaging and impactful sales plans and presentations, promotional campaigns, proposals and associated contract negotiations
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate, influence and build positive relationships within a multitude of business environments
Ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced work environment
Deep understanding of the game of basketball and the team including game day events, statistics and other updates

Compensation

$175,000 + Bonus
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
Employer 401K match
Vacation and generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

WNBA x Golden State is an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Want to learn more about who we are and what we value? Visit www.warriors.com/employment

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