The Partnership Marketing Coordinator will manage and assist with Corporate Partner activations and special events for FC Dallas, Toyota Stadium, Toyota Soccer Center, and other properties as assigned.  Reporting to the Senior Director of Partnership Marketing, the Activation Coordinator will manage the FC Dallas Soccer Tour as well as support the Partnership Marketing team with Corporate Partnership fulfillment, including activations such as player and mascot appearances, special events, clinics, promotions, and assigned projects. 

The ideal candidate is a proactive, outgoing relationship builder with close attention to detail, creativity in curating customized solutions, and a passion for connecting brands with FC Dallas and its properties.

·         Manage the FC Dallas Soccer Tour (mobile marketing unit) which travels around the DFW metroplex throughout the year. This includes budgeting, event sourcing, set-up, execution, staffing, ensuring Corporate Partner representation, and implementing professional, consistent reporting and recaps. Innovation is a key attribute needed to ensure this asset is paramount in the local community at appropriate events.  

·         Support the Partnership Marketing team with fulfillment of Corporate Partner accounts, including but not limited to:

o   Implementing activations and promotions as assigned

o   Coordinating and assisting with appearances including FC Dallas players, North Texas SC players, mascots, and promotional staff

o   Conducting promotion, coordination and execution of special game day events, including concourse activations, matchday pass-outs, and in-match promotions 

o   Timely documenting and reporting of Corporate Partner contractual elements 

·         Assist department with special events onsite and offsite, including, planning, budgeting, execution, documentation, and follow-up

·         Manage all aspects of Partnership Marketing youth community clinics 

·         Oversee the department’s storage facility, maintain accurate, live inventory tracking, and generate regular detailed inventory reports

·         Liaise with external vendors for promotional merchandise, printing, and event signage

·         Provide an exceptional level of customer service, world-class client fulfillment and hospitality to both current and prospective clients, as well as community partners

·         Maintain proactive comprehensive communication with the Partnership Marketing and Corporate Partnerships team at all times

·         Bachelor’s degree

·         Sports Marketing and activation experience 

·         Exceptional internal and external communication skills

·         Strong teammate

·         Excellent attention to detail and an ability to produce superior, accurate work within designated deadlines

·         Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to proactively prioritize and manage multiple tasks and workflows in a high-energy environment

·         Photography and photo editing experience

·         Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel (formulas and formatting), PowerPoint, and Outlook

·         Possesses a strong ability to create engaging presentations and performance analyses

·         Flexible schedule required year-round to include nights, weekends, and holidays

·         Exceptional customer service skills to foster relationships

·         Excellent driving record and valid Driver’s License

·         Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

·         Ability to stand for long periods of time and walk extended distances

·         Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions to include extreme hot, cold, wet or humid conditions

·         2+ years of experience in Sports Marketing 

·         Multilingual

·         Social media 

·         Proficiency in Digideck

·         Proficiency with CRM platform utilization