Manager of Corporate Partnerships

Dayton Dragons•Dayton, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Partnerships, this position is responsible for interacting directly with sponsors on behalf of the team, in addition to the responsibility of executing all elements found in sponsor contracts, including customized promotions and events at the stadium.

Requirements

2 or more years of experience in sponsorship service
Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays and more than 40 hours
Experience using Photoshop, InDesign, or similar programs

Nice To Haves

Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively multi-task
Desire to ask questions, learn and constantly improve
Comfortable dealing with people in a professional, customer service-oriented manner
Enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Willing to work non-traditional hours (weekends, early mornings, late-nights, and holidays)
Strives for greatness with everything they do

Responsibilities

Serve as the main contact for existing sponsors, building strong, long-term relationships and proactively addressing their needs
Entertain sponsors and other guests in the stadium at Dragons games and other events
Plan out the timeline for execution of each element in the sponsor’s contract including, but not limited to: In-stadium signage, Facilitate mascot appearances, Implement and attend planning meetings; brainstorm with sponsors on how to best meet their goals and utilize their sponsorship to the fullest, Market sponsor promotions, Secure ticketing inventory
Create and execute promotions to meet the business goals of the sponsor including: Work with staff on creation of collaterals, social media, ads, in-stadium marketing, website, etc.
Event planning and execution of all sponsor events at the stadium including large company picnics, softball games/tournaments, luncheons, team building activities, field days, public events, etc.
Assist coworkers with sponsor events, promotions, and projects as necessary
Gather proof of performance throughout the season and create a comprehensive annual report for each sponsor at the conclusion of the season
Work tirelessly to find additional opportunities to over-deliver on value for sponsors
Create unique opportunities to focus on partner retention with existing partners
Maintain and work within sponsor budgets