Marketing Manager, Sports Media & Talent Partnerships

New York City, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 80 - 90

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Marketing Manager Sports Media & Talent Partnerships Athletes First

Athletes First is seeking a dynamic sales executive to lead endorsement sales and strategic brand partnerships for A1s Broadcasting and New Media clients including broadcasters media personalities content creators and podcast brands.

The Sports Media & Talent Partnerships Marketing Manager will be responsible for generating revenue marketing opportunities and selling advertising inventory across A1s digital podcast and media platforms. This individual must be proactive revenue-driven energetic and passionate about the intersection of sports media and entertainment.

This is a unique opportunity for a results-oriented sales professional who thrives in the sports media ecosystem and is passionate about connecting brands with influential voices across the digital and broadcast landscape.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead Broadcasting and New Media endorsement sales including prospecting outreach pitching closing and account management.
Directly generate revenue for A1s talent and media properties through national and global brand partnerships across endemic and non-endemic categories.
Sell advertising inventory across podcasts and digital content (e.g. title sponsorships host-read ads branded content and integrations).
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools driving consistent outreach and relationship development with brands agencies and media buyers.
Meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets contributing directly to the companys revenue growth.
Create strategic sales plans and custom pitch materials aligned with individual talent profiles and media platforms.
Collaborate cross-functionally with agents marketing managers and creative teams to package and promote talent with compelling solutions-based storytelling.
Own and develop relationships with key brand partners media agencies sports agencies and advertising decision-makers.
Work closely with the head of A1 Sales to set and execute short- and long-term goals sales strategy and activation timelines.
Operate fluidly between high-profile national campaigns and local/regional trade agreements to ensure well-rounded success for clients.
Contribute to a team-first entrepreneurial sales culturesharing leads ideas and opportunities across the entire A1 talent portfolio.
Represent clients at events shoots and appearances as needed.
Ensure timely and professional communication with clients partners and internal stakeholders.
Support sales administration functions such as contract management invoicing and collections.
Maintain and update marketing materials internal databases and CRM records.
Proactively identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of sports media trends and brand needs.
Regularly contribute ideas for company growth and talent marketing innovation.

Education & Required Experience:

Bachelors Degree required.
3-5 years of experience in a sales-focused role ideally in sports media advertising or talent representation.
Proven success in meeting or exceeding sales targets and managing client relationships.
Passion for sports media is essential with a strong understanding of athletes leagues content platforms and fan engagement.
Strong interpersonal networking and presentation skills.
Highly motivated organized and capable of managing multiple deals simultaneously.
Experience with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce HubSpot) is a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Collaborative mindset and a drive to contribute to a fast-paced team-oriented environment.

Required Experience:

Manager

Marketing Manager Sports Media & Talent Partnerships Athletes FirstAthletes First is seeking a dynamic sales executive to lead endorsement sales and strategic brand partnerships for A1s Broadcasting and New Media clients including broadcasters media personalities content creators and podcast brands...

Marketing Manager Sports Media & Talent Partnerships Athletes First

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead Broadcasting and New Media endorsement sales including prospecting outreach pitching closing and account management.
Directly generate revenue for A1s talent and media properties through national and global brand partnerships across endemic and non-endemic categories.
Sell advertising inventory across podcasts and digital content (e.g. title sponsorships host-read ads branded content and integrations).
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools driving consistent outreach and relationship development with brands agencies and media buyers.
Meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets contributing directly to the companys revenue growth.
Create strategic sales plans and custom pitch materials aligned with individual talent profiles and media platforms.
Collaborate cross-functionally with agents marketing managers and creative teams to package and promote talent with compelling solutions-based storytelling.
Own and develop relationships with key brand partners media agencies sports agencies and advertising decision-makers.
Work closely with the head of A1 Sales to set and execute short- and long-term goals sales strategy and activation timelines.
Operate fluidly between high-profile national campaigns and local/regional trade agreements to ensure well-rounded success for clients.
Contribute to a team-first entrepreneurial sales culturesharing leads ideas and opportunities across the entire A1 talent portfolio.
Represent clients at events shoots and appearances as needed.
Ensure timely and professional communication with clients partners and internal stakeholders.
Support sales administration functions such as contract management invoicing and collections.
Maintain and update marketing materials internal databases and CRM records.
Proactively identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of sports media trends and brand needs.
Regularly contribute ideas for company growth and talent marketing innovation.

Education & Required Experience:

Bachelors Degree required.
3-5 years of experience in a sales-focused role ideally in sports media advertising or talent representation.
Proven success in meeting or exceeding sales targets and managing client relationships.
Passion for sports media is essential with a strong understanding of athletes leagues content platforms and fan engagement.
Strong interpersonal networking and presentation skills.
Highly motivated organized and capable of managing multiple deals simultaneously.
Experience with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce HubSpot) is a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Collaborative mindset and a drive to contribute to a fast-paced team-oriented environment.

Required Experience:

Manager

Key Skills

Digital Marketing
Marketing
Google Analytics
Google Docs
Facebook Advertising
Google AdWords
Google Marketing Platform
Google Ads
Media Buying
Media Planning
Social Media Management
DoubleClick

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