Marketing, Communications & Sponsorship Manager

Little Rock, AR, USA|

Job Overview

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

flexible schedule

Employee Discounts

Job Description

We are a dynamic organization specialized in planning and managing major tournaments, with a strong focus on sponsorship, hospitality, and media communications. As an established leader in event and tournament management, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences that connect sponsors, participants, and audiences effectively. Our company operates in the sports and event industry, facilitating high-profile tournaments that require meticulous planning and flawless execution to ensure all stakeholders receive maximum value and engagement. This role is integral to maintaining our reputation for excellence and fostering long-term relationships with sponsors and partners. We offer a collaborative work environment that values creativity, professionalism, and dedication. Our team is committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to meet the evolving demands of the tournament landscape and stakeholder expectations.

The position of Sponsorship and Hospitality Manager is vital for the success of our tournament operations, encompassing oversight of all aspects of sponsorship and hospitality activations, alongside managing tournament media and communications. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing comprehensive sponsorship and hospitality strategies, ensuring sponsor fulfillment and relationship management from contract negotiation to event execution. This includes working closely with the sales teams on proposals and contracts, managing sponsor invoicing and collections, and overseeing all sponsor communications and gifting activities.

In addition to sponsorship duties, the manager will oversee tournament media relations and communications, including the coordination of all public relations activities, media day events, and maintenance of media platforms such as the website and social media channels. A critical part of the role involves collaboration with the Title Sponsor to align hospitality, branding, and activation efforts to maximize visibility and impact. The position demands a proactive, detail-oriented individual capable of managing multiple projects and stakeholders efficiently in a high-pressure environment.

The candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong creative skills for developing presentations and marketing materials, along with excellent verbal and written communication abilities. This role requires flexibility in work schedule, including availability for long hours, weekends, and some holidays, reflecting the nature of tournament event planning. As part of our team, you will contribute to shaping the overall tournament experience, ensuring not only sponsor satisfaction but also engaging tournament promotion that enhances the event's profile consistently.

We seek a professional who embodies high ethical standards, exceptional organizational abilities, and a collaborative spirit, seamlessly integrating within our team culture. This opportunity offers the chance to develop and strengthen your career within a respected company dedicated to sports and entertainment event production. With a salary and employment type that reflect industry standards, this role is perfect for an experienced event planner or communications professional eager to make a significant impact in tournament management.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
minimum of 3 years experience in event planning, office management, and/or sporting events
communications experience preferred

Job Qualifications

Prior tournament experience including sponsorship, hospitality and marketing
ability to lead and manage multiple relationships and stakeholders
proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office products, PowerPoint, Canva, Quickbooks, etc
detail oriented and organized with the ability to work on multiple projects at once
creative abilities with experience in presentations, marketing, social and digital media
able to work a flexible schedule including long hours, weekends, and some holidays
team player who is a good culture fit
ability to excel in high-pressure environment
exceptional verbal and written communication/presentation skills
highest degree of ethics and professional conduct
confident, pro-active, creative, and collaborative style that assimilates well within a team

Job Duties

Plan, manage and execute all aspects of sponsorship and hospitality planning and fulfillment
work closely with sales team on all proposals, contracts, and sponsor relationships
manage invoicing and collections of sponsor payments
oversee all sponsor communications, events, gifting, and relationships
work closely with Title Sponsor on hospitality, branding and activation elements
plan and execute sponsor events throughout the year including kickoff days, preview day, sponsor golf outing, and post-tournament thank you event
prepare and deliver annual partner, sponsor, and hospitality post-tournament recaps
manage all partner, sponsor, and hospitality contracts in CRM
assist in the oversight of all tournament public relations and communications
plan and execute annual media day event
assist with tournament media platforms including website and social media channels
work with Tournament Director on scheduling media and promotional appearances