At Angel City, we are building a world-class organization that uses sport to drive to equity. Our vision is to create engaging and unique experiences that bring the purpose-driven mission of this Club to the world.
We are stronger together, have more impact together, and have more fun together!
The Manager, Partnership Marketing role will be primarily responsible for managing their assigned client portfolio by planning, executing, servicing, measurement reporting, and day-to-day management of partnership activation while supporting the Director, Partnership Marketing, and the Sponsorship Team.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent Angel City FC as main contact for assigned corporate partners
- Manage sponsorship activations by working with other departments to ensure a high level of execution, best-in-class customer service, and fulfillment of corporate partner deliverables that may include, but not limited to, IP rights, game day, and in-market activations, television, radio, digital, social, print media, tickets, hospitality, and special events
- Plan and execute events, promotions, experiences, and community activities on behalf of partners and Angel City FC
- Develop and implement new and creative marketing and activation strategies based on partners’ needs and potential new revenue and upsell opportunities
- Work with internal departments to compile and share research, data, success rate, and market trends with partners
- Consistently evaluate current partner goals and objectives and recommend additional assets for their consideration
- Contribute to and manage assigned department projects, which may include signage tracking, digital implementation and frequency of partner posts, media inventory management, etc.
- Build and support relationships with all agencies, day-to-day contacts, and account executives on behalf of Angel City FC
- Create and present execution recaps and selling presentations
- Attend all future home games and special events to manage assigned partner activations
- Stay up to date with market trends and provide recommendations to department and applicable clients to ensure Angel City FC's continued success and forward-thinking
Requirements
- Minimum of 3-4 years of high-level account management and/or partnership activation experience; sports sponsorship preferred
- Ability to establish strong relationships, effectively manage expectations, and provide information with extraordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality
- Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal
- Ability to establish priorities and courses of action for handling multiple tasks and projects
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
- Expert time management skills
- Self-starter mentality
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of sponsorship measurement tools and processes
- Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment
- Be a team player and contribute to the general success of Angel City FC across all facets, including positively representing Angel City FC among all corporate and community partners
- NWSL and professional soccer knowledge preferred
ACFC Perks & Benefits
- Fully funded comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401K plan
- Flexible PTO policy
- Paid Parental Leave
- Cell Phone reimbursement
- Snacks and beverages
- Dog-Friendly HQ in Santa Monica
- Complimentary tickets to home games
- Bi-annual performance reviews
Compensation
In addition to the benefits above, this role pays $66k + commission.
Angel City believes in building a safe place for creative expression and celebrating that which makes us who we are; welcoming unique and personal backgrounds and experiences. We’re proudly building an inclusive Angel City team.
