Job Description

NBC Sports Next is where sports and technology intersect. We’re a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within our three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports; Golf; and Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media.

At NBC Sports Next, we make playing sports better through innovative technology and immersive experiences for athletes, coaches, players and fans. We equip more than 30MM players, coaches, athletes, sports administrators and fans in 40 countries with more than 25 sports solution products, including SportsEngine, the largest youth sports club, league and team management platform; GolfNow, the leading online tee time marketplace and provider of golf course operations technology; GolfPass the ultimate golf membership that connects golfers to exclusive content, tee time credits, and coaching, tips; TeamUnify, swim team management services; GoMotion, sports and fitness business software solutions; and NBC Sports Edge, a leading platform for fantasy sports information and betting-focused tools.

At NBC Sports Next we’re fueled by our mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events and connect with sports fans through technology that provides the ultimate in immersive experiences.

Come join us as we work together as one team to innovate and deliver what’s Next.

The Strategic Account Manager will be the day-to-day point person for designated partners across the NBC Sports Next Sponsorship portfolio.  This role will work directly with the Director, Ad Strategy & Planning to help pre-sale planning, in-campaign execution, and post-sale deliverable processes to help drive revenue growth for our properties including GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine.  The role requires strong collaboration with a many cross-functional groups including salespersons, ad operations, marketing, research, and other stakeholders across the Strategic Partnerships team as well the greater NBC Sports Next organization.  A media-savy, well-organized individual is sought to help build a growing part of the NBC Sports Next business.  

Job Duties  

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Create multi-platform digital media plans across various NBC Sports Next properties and platforms based on client requirements 
• Work closely with ad operations on inventory management for all clients 
• Collaborate with salespersons to ensure delivery of all campaign deliverables 
• Lead day to day account management of designated accounts working closely with agency and client direct counterparts 
• Ensure all elements of sponsorship are properly executed across various business units 
• Create reporting cadence for individual client needs 
• Assist in sales collateral creation and edits working closely with Director, Ad Sales Marketing 
• Provide updates to salespersons, directors, and leaders on specific accounts as needed

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ Years Ad Sales or Sponsorship experiences
• Highly organized
• Strong Microsoft Excel Experience
• Strong understanding of Digital Media Platforms
• Strong understanding of Integrated Marketing Plans

Additional Job Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY, Stamford, CT, Orlando, FL or Minneapolis, MN
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols,

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in sports media and sponsorship
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent project management skills

Additional Information

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