Sponsorship Associate

WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA EDUCATIONAL; Granite Falls (MN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) matching

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

An educational institution in Granite Falls is seeking a Sponsorship Associate to lead fundraising efforts and manage corporate sponsorships. This role involves building relationships with businesses to secure underwriting contracts and collaborating with various teams on project execution. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a related degree or experience. The position is full-time with a hybrid work model, offering numerous benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in philanthropy, marketing, or sales is essential.
• Strong ability to develop trusting relationships.
• Willingness to travel across a 45-county region and work varied hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide project leadership and strategic planning for fundraising.
• Grow corporate sponsorships and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with teams on spot creation and placement.
• Maintain ongoing client communication as underwriting runs near expiration.
• Meet revenue goals and manage annual contract renewals.
• Develop collateral materials and streamline contract processing.
• Research prospective clients and maintain detailed client records.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethic

Research skills

Computer skills

Flexibility to travel

Quick learner

Education

2-4 year college degree preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development

The Sponsorship Associate provides project leadership and strategic planning to support the fundraising goals of the Development Department, specifically in corporate and production sponsorships. The role involves creating and maintaining revenue streams through selling program underwriting and viewer guide advertising.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Corporate Support Account Management

• Grow corporate sponsorships by building relationships with businesses across a 45-county region serviced by Pioneer PBS.
• Close underwriting contracts with new and existing businesses for production support, programming, and digital content.
• Collaborate with the Production, Programming, and Traffic teams on spot creation and placement.
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients, especially as underwriting runs close to expiration.
• Meet revenue goals and manage annual contract renewals.
• Develop collateral materials like sales sheets and streamline contract processing.
• Research prospective clients and maintain detailed client records.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Highly organized with integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication, research, and computer skills.
• Ability to develop trusting relationships and work independently.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in contracts and project work.
• Flexibility to travel throughout the viewing area, including nights and weekends.
• Passionate about Pioneer PBS's mission and able to convey this effectively.
• Quick learner, self-starter, and proactive in identifying revenue opportunities.

Supervisor: Director of Development/Communications
Location: Granite Falls, MN (hybrid onsite & remote)
Travel: Yes
Education: 2-4 year college degree preferred, with emphasis in philanthropy, marketing, sales, or related experience.
Position: Full-time hourly plus commission