Job Title: Partnership Marketing Strategist, Colorado Avalanche
Department: Avalanche Agency (Marketing)
Business Unit: KSE
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Head of Studio Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time - Hourly - Non-exempt
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Avalanche Agency is an entity of KSE and is responsible for content planning, creation and distribution for the Colorado Avalanche.
Nature of Work:
The Colorado Avalanche is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Partnership Marketing Strategist to join our team. This individual will play a key role in managing and activating corporate partnerships, supporting collaborative marketing initiatives, and ensuring our partners receive exceptional value and visibility through our team’s platforms and events. The ideal candidate should have a passion for sports marketing, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to partnership activation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the execution and activation of marketing initiatives for existing corporate partners, ensuring fulfillment of contractual obligations.
- Assist in coordinating partner branding in Avalanche marketing and digital assets for game days, events, and related programs.
- Manage the creation, distribution and reporting of partner content, including social media posts, email campaigns, and signage.
- Coordinate with Account Managers to schedule partner meetings, presentations, and regular communication to ensure effective partnership management.
- Track and report on partnership activation performance, engagement metrics, and return on investment (ROI) from Avalanche-created marketing and digital campaigns.
- Stay current on industry trends and best practices in sports sponsorship and partnership marketing.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Typical Office Conditions
Qualifications
- Minimum
- BS/BA degree in field or related field
- High School or GED
- 2+ years’ experience working in project management, partner relations, communications, or similar roll
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Preferred
- Experience and/or knowledge in hockey and NHL culture.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
Compensation
- Base hourly range $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits Include
- 12 Paid Company Holidays
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
- 401K plan/Employer Match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
