Associate, Partnership Marketing

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. 

Associate, Partnership Marketing:

The Associate, Partnership Marketing, will support the day-to-day engagement with our Partners across the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movements. Additionally, they will be responsible for working closely on the Commercial Partnerships team to help drive marketing strategies and initiatives that further the business goals of our Partner Family. The ideal candidate will have some prior experience with a wide range of marketing functions, including communications, advertising, branding, digital marketing, and social media. The incumbent must be organized and adept at multitasking, able to handle many diverse projects at once and meet tight deadlines. Working in our Los Angeles office, they’ll work directly with stakeholders from our Partner Family and collaborate with our sales, communications, athlete, social & digital, design and delivery teams to help drive the overall success of Team USA and the LA28 Games. This role will report to the Manager, Partnership Marketing/

Key Responsibilities:

• Help ensure all Commercial Partnership efforts serve to achieve immediate and long-term business goals, and support all improvements for processes and tracking to KPIs 

• Design and deliver project management plans, under the direction of Partnership Marketing Leadership 

• Oversee the administration of contractual assets and offerings to the assigned Partners in your portfolio, coordinating with Partners and internal departments to properly plan and deliver  

• Prepare marketing activity reports and metrics for measuring program success 

• Aid in the planning and management of meetings, events, conferences, etc. by identifying, assembling, and coordinating requirements 

• Facilitate ongoing client engagement through meetings, conference calls, and written correspondence 

• Maintain a directory and inventory of Partnership Marketing materials (both hard and soft), ensuring all resources are current and accurate, and coordinate manage the creation of new materials as needed 

• Supporting the analysis of business back, value in kind, and/or supply rights opportunities for sponsorship categories and specific brands that are interested in becoming Domestic Partners 

• Partnering with the Functional Area (FA) experts within the organizing committee (e.g. Games Operations, Impact, Finance, IT, HR, etc.) in order to support Partners’ operational needs 

• Continually seek and research pertinent information/news/data relative to LA28/USOPP Commercial Partners 

• Support team with Partner creative review and ensure Partners operate within our Commercial Guidelines 

• Create presentations, tracking documents and other work product as needed 

• Handle additional administrative functions as needed 

• Liaise with key colleagues/functional units at IOC, IPC, USOPC, and NGBs 

Background & Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in sports business or related marketing environment 

• Previous work experience as a marketing coordinator or similar role 

• Strong operational and program execution skills required 

• Strong cross-functional skills, and a capacity for creativity/innovation 

• Excellent presentation preparation skills and ability to work successfully with varied audiences (colleagues, business partners, collaborators, customers, and senior members of the organization)  

• Commitment to understanding industry trends, with a particular curiosity for global technology sector and the leaders in it  

• Knowledge and first-hand experience within the sports marketing industry 

• Self-directed/self-starter individual with excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions 

• Ability to work on-site in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA  

• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment  

• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. 

Expectations:

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines 

• Clear communicator with attention to detail  

• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization 

• Possess personal drive to start a project and see it through to completion 

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making 

• A team player who proactively communicates with other business partners and stakeholders within other organizations to drive results 

• Fun! We encourage our team to take their work very seriously, but themselves not so much! 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in sports marketing, marketing, advertising, communications, or related field of study or equivalent work experience

Submission Requirements:

• Resume

The annual base salary range for this position is $69,000-$75,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team. 

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