Sponsorship Specialist

Springfield, MO, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $13.75 - $24.00

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job Description

Bass Pro Shops is a renowned leader in the outdoor retail industry, specializing in hunting, fishing, camping, and other outdoor recreational products and experiences. With a commitment to conservation and enhancing outdoor lifestyle, Bass Pro Shops operates a network of world-class retail stores, resorts, and conservation attractions. The company is known for its strong community involvement, exceptional customer service, and dedication to supporting outdoor enthusiasts. By fostering a positive work environment and offering comprehensive benefits, Bass Pro Shops ensures that its team members are well-equipped to deliver memorable experiences to customers and partners alike.

The Sponsorship Specialist at Bass Pro Shops plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless planning and execution of OTW (Off The Water) and other tournament events. This full-time position demands a detail-oriented professional capable of managing diverse responsibilities from pre-event planning through post-event reporting. The specialist acts as the primary support contact for anglers, internal teams, local partners, dealers, vendors, and event staff, focusing on clear communication and efficient coordination. Core duties include managing angler communications, overseeing registration processes, addressing rules inquiries, coordinating event payouts, and facilitating travel and hotel arrangements. The role also involves volunteer recruitment, local staff management, onsite product orders, and logistical support to maintain smooth event operations.

Thriving in a fast-paced environment, this role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities concurrently. The Sponsorship Specialist contributes to the success of high-profile outdoor events by partnering with departments such as Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media, Production, and Event Operations to meet and exceed event goals. A passion for the outdoors, coupled with a commitment to customer service and professional excellence, is highly valued in this position. This role suits candidates who enjoy collaborative work, have a keen eye for detail, and demonstrate initiative in following through on assigned projects and event execution tasks. Offering a rewarding career path within a supportive team environment, Bass Pro Shops equips the Sponsorship Specialist with opportunities for growth and engagement in the outdoor sporting community.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2-4 years of experience in event coordination, marketing support, sponsorship activation, customer service, tournament operations, outdoor events, or related field preferred
Valid driver's license preferred
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to manage multiple event details, timelines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Comfortable learning and supporting event registration platforms and related technology
Self-starter with follow-through skills
Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Enthusiasm for outdoors and fishing

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Sports Management, Communications, Hospitality, Event Management, or related field preferred
2-4 years of experience in event coordination, marketing support, sponsorship activation, customer service, tournament operations, outdoor events, or related field preferred
Valid driver's license preferred
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to manage multiple event details, timelines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail related to payouts, registrations, logistics, reporting, and event documentation
Knowledge of fishing tournaments, competitive angling, boating, or outdoor events preferred
Ability to work cross-functionally with Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media, Event Operations, Production, Customer Service, dealers, and third-party partners
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Comfortable learning and supporting event registration platforms, apps, websites, email systems, and tournament technology
Self-starter who takes ownership of assigned projects and follows through on details
Enthusiasm for the outdoors and fishing industry preferred

Job Duties

Support day-to-day OTW communications and angler support for Texas Team Trail and assigned tournament events
Serve as a key contact for angler questions related to rules, registration issues, event details, schedules, and general tournament information
Assist with onsite event payouts, calculations, payout review, and related documentation to ensure accuracy and timely execution
Coordinate event logistics including staffing plans, hotel needs, volunteer sourcing, local staffing support, and onsite event requirements
Support local dealer coordination including communication, event support needs, activation details, and dealer participation
Assist with OTW website updates, email blasts, event communications, angler updates, and other pre-event or post-event messaging
Track event KPIs, recap information, participation details, and operational results to support reporting and continuous improvement
Coordinate product orders and onsite supply needs including water, power, equipment, signage, event materials, and other operational requirements
Provide app support related to registration, angler communication, event standings, check-in, weigh-in support, and other tournament technology needs
Partner with Tournament Director, Assistant Tournament Director, Sponsorship, Marketing, Social Media, Production, and Event Operations teams to support successful event execution
Support onsite setup, registration, takeoff, weigh-in, awards, teardown, and post-event wrap-up as needed
Maintain strong customer service and professionalism when working with anglers, dealers, volunteers, vendors, partners, and internal Outfitters