Senior Licensing & Brand Partnerships Manager

Churchill Downs; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, KY, seeks a Senior Manager, Licensing to lead the licensing and merchandising programs for Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby brand worldwide. You will manage day-to-day licensing activities, coordinate with the external licensing agency, and ensure brand guidelines are followed to drive revenue and protect IP.

Responsibilities include evaluating opportunities, driving strategic growth, monitoring performance, and collaborating with legal on trademark

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field.
• Minimum five years in licensing or consumer products.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Familiarity with trademark enforcement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day licensing and merchandising programs for Churchill Downs Racetrack and Kentucky Derby.
• Manage licensee relationships with external agency and ensure brand guidelines.
• Execute licensing strategy to grow revenue and protect brand equity.
• Monitor performance, trends, and distribution opportunities.

Skills

Trademark knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/communications

Tools

Job description

Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, KY, seeks a Senior Manager, Licensing to lead the licensing and merchandising programs for Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby brand worldwide. You will manage day-to-day licensing activities, coordinate with the external licensing agency, and ensure brand guidelines are followed to drive revenue and protect IP.

Responsibilities include evaluating opportunities, driving strategic growth, monitoring performance, and collaborating with legal on trademark