Manager, Sponsorship Consulting

Job Description: MKTG S E is a global agency that harnesses the power of sports and entertainment for brands. For over 20 years, we’ve ignited fandom and innovated activation in the world of sports and entertainment to make something worth noticing, engaging, liking, sharing and remembering. We leverage deep INSIGHTS and our network of seasoned & creative team members to create IMPACT between properties, fans & brands. MKTG S E is a part of the broader dentsu Sports International network.MKTG Sports Entertainment is looking for a dynamic Manager, Sponsorship Consulting to join our team. We are looking for an industry leader with WNBA and women’s sports experience to work with our roster of Fortune 500 clients. This is an amazingly diverse position which requires someone who will help advise clients on the best partnership strategy, activation, rightsholder management, and measurement.You will lead a junior team of experienced marketers in developing, executing, and measuring performance of WNBA activation programs. Successful employees will approach unexpected challenges quickly and creatively. This is a hybrid opportunity based in our Cincinnati, OH office and you will report into the Director, Sponsorship Consulting.Responsibilities: Develop and execute sponsorship strategies for clients across the WNBA and women’s sports industriesLead a team of sponsorship consultants to deliver high-quality work and meet client goalsCollaborate with teams to identify new business opportunities and increase revenueConduct market research and analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and identify opportunities for clientsNegotiate and activate sponsorship deals on behalf of clients, ensuring mutually beneficial partnershipsEstablish trusted relationships with client team and identify potential revenue growth opportunitiesWork with sanctioning bodies and rightsholders to help develop outstanding marketing partnershipsWrite and develop important documents including POV documents to client-ready status using Microsoft Suite of products which include Word, Excel and PowerPointSupport negotiations with local and national rightsholders on behalf of clients, securing win-win agreements that surpass client expectationsTentpole event and select meeting travel is requiredYou Have: 5 years of experience in sponsorship consulting with a focus on women’s sports.3 years of experience in sponsorship consulting with a focus on the WNBAExperience delivering successful sponsorship strategies and activationsExperience with the sponsorship landscape, including important players, trends, and best practicesNetwork of contacts within the sports, entertainment, and non-profit industriesExperience working with athletes and influencersExperience with the broader sponsorship landscape is helpful (NBA, NFL, MLB, NCAA, and F1)Knowledge of and experience with the full marketing mix, social media, content marketing, influencer approaches, and marketing promotionsProduce creative solutions to business and marketing challenges facing our clientsBA/BS in Marketing related fieldThe annual salary range for this position is $59,000-$96,025. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation.Benefits available with this position include:Medical, vision, and dental insurance,Life insurance,Short-term and long-term disability insurance,401k,Flexible paid time off,At least 15 paid holidays per year,Paid sick and safe leave, andPaid parental leave.Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. For further details regarding Dentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com.To begin the application process, please click on the “Apply” button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.#LI-Hybrid #LI-CP1 #LI-MKTGThis is a hybrid remote/in-office role.Location: CincinnatiBrand: Mktg SportsTime Type: Full timeContract Type: PermanentDentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. 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