Partnership Solutions Coordinator - University of California, Berkeley

100 LEARFIELD; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 64,472,000 - 96,708,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) Match

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Learfield is seeking an organized Partnerships Coordinator to support corporate sponsorship activations on campus. The role focuses on day-to-day fulfillment across partner accounts, coordinating with university staff and sponsors to deliver assets and campaigns with precision.

Ideal candidates will have experience in marketing or partnerships, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Some experience in marketing, partnerships, events, or a related field (internships or early career welcome).
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support activation and fulfillment of corporate partnership agreements across traditional, digital, and in-venue platforms.
• Serve as a liaison between the property team, university staff, and brand partners to ensure smooth delivery of partner assets.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners and internal stakeholders as a trusted representative.
• Track inventory and maintain accurate records of all sponsorship elements and deliverables.
• Assist with gameday operations, including setup, signage, hospitality, and in-game promotions.
• Supervise gameday staff as needed to support on-site execution.
• Provide proof-of-performance documentation for fulfilled elements.
• Support administrative functions like budgeting, invoicing, contract documentation, and expense reporting.
• Contribute to partner recap presentations and internal reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Event coordination

Gameday operations

Budget tracking

Invoicing

Contract documentation

Education

Bachelors degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Learfield is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Partnerships Coordinator to join our Sports Properties team and support the execution of corporate sponsorship activations on campus. This role plays a key part in bringing partnerships to life in meaningful, visible ways for fans, sponsors, and the university community. In this role, you’ll be responsible for executing day-to-day fulfillment activities across partner accounts, providing behind-the-scenes coordination that ensures seamless delivery.

You’ll work closely with internal team members, university contacts, and brand partners to track assets, deliver campaign elements, and support gameday operations. This is a hands-on role suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys logistics and planning, and is excited to grow a career in sports sponsorship.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the activation and fulfillment of corporate partnership agreements across traditional, digital, and in-venue platforms
• Serve as a liaison between the property team, university staff, and brand partners to ensure smooth delivery of partner assets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with organization partners, athletic department staff, and internal stakeholders - serving as a trusted and respected representative of Learfield and the property
• Track inventory and maintain accurate records of all sponsorship elements and deliverables
• Assist with gameday operations, including setup, signage placement, hospitality, and in-game promotions
• Supervise gameday staff, as needed, to support on-site execution
• Provide proof-of-performance documentation for fulfilled partnership elements
• Support administrative functions such as budget tracking, invoicing, contract documentation, and expense reporting
• Contribute to partner recap presentations and internal reporting
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments (e.g., sales, digital, marketing) to ensure seamless execution

Minimum Qualifications

• Some experience in marketing, partnerships, events, or a related field (internships or early career experience welcome)
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to take initiative and support where needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and home games

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, marketing, business, communications, or a related field
• Previous experience supporting sponsorships, sports events, or gameday operations
• Comfort working in live event environments and interacting with diverse stakeholders

The approximate national base pay range for this position is $22.50 to $33.75/ hour. Please note that this is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and/or sales compensation based on individual and company performance. Placement on the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and geographic location. The pay rate will comply with all minimum federal, state, and local wage/salary requirements.

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With data-based solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions. Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work. Our Mission Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love. Our Core Values Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun