Sponsorship Strategies and Activation Trainee
Level: Trainee Program
Location: Charlotte, NC
Reports to: Associate / Manager Level
POSITION OVERVIEW
Trainees in Sponsorship Strategies and Activation will be assigned to specific client accounts. Trainees become involved with all aspects of the account management/maintenance process. Through extensive research, writing, and creative ideation, Trainees gain a nuanced and in-depth understanding of the sports and entertainment sponsorship industry.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to program recommendations and recaps
- Distribute sponsorship assets for our clients
- Write point-of-view documents on potential partnerships
- Brainstorm concepts, platforms, and programs across all agency accounts
- Research competitive activity, industry trends, property opportunities, etc.
- Assist with on-site program execution (travel may be required)
- Prepare status reports for client meetings
- Design and order branded giveaways/merchandise
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks at a time and work efficiently under pressure
- Must be able to work within a team, demonstrate initiative and be proactive in seeking solutions to problems
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism and courteousness in all situations