Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Flexible working hours
Job Description
Churchill Downs Racetrack (CDRT), located in Louisville, Kentucky, is internationally recognized as the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States since 1875. This legendary racetrack is nestled on 175 acres and boasts impressive facilities including a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, stabling areas accommodating up to 1,400 horses, and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT holds three racing meets annually in the Spring, September, and Fall, and also operates a year-round simulcast wagering facility. With seating available for approximately 60,000 guests, Churchill Downs Racetrack is not just a... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or currently pursuing degree in business, sports administration or marketing
- Previous client services experience preferred
- Ability to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Effective communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines
- Commitment to professionalism and diplomacy
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or working to obtain BA in business, sports administration, or marketing
- Previous experience in client services role within the sports and entertainment industry a plus
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Strong creative capabilities and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to exercise sound business judgment and raise issues as necessary
- Team player spirit with exceptional customer service attitude
- Proficient with Microsoft Office specifically MS Excel
- Experience with social media platforms
Job Duties
- Assist in execution of sponsor promotions and activation primarily related to 2026 Kentucky Derby Week events
- Work closely with the Sr. Manager of Partnership Activation to support all sponsorship activities such as contract fulfillment, sponsor activation, cross department communication, data tracking, vendor communication, post-event proof of performance
- Work with partners to secure and confirm details of sponsorship activation gathering graphics, print and website materials
- Coordinate the implementation of deliverables with other departments
- Build relationships with internal and external Churchill Downs constituents
- Manage sponsors and vendors on-site with minimal supervision
- Work as Partnership Development & Activation team member in assisting as additional requests arise, performing additional duties as assigned
- Assist Development team in vetting potential sponsors including research of a brands current initiatives, spends and contacts
- General review of data to help form actionable information for Development team to use in future pitches
- Ability to work part-time office hours as well as nights and weekends through Kentucky Derby week as necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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