Sponsorship Programs Lead - Account Strategy & Growth

Playfly Sports; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Playfly Sports is seeking an Account Supervisor in Chicago with hybrid work options. The role leads account teams, manages sponsorship programs, and supports client services, operations, and business development across multiple clients.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience in sports marketing or related fields, plus strong communication and leadership skills. The position offers growth and collaborative opportunities within a growing agency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in marketing, advertising, sports management or business.
• Minimum of 6 years’ industry experience, including staff management.
• Sponsorship experience at an agency, property or brand is ideal but not required.
• Strong passion for sports and entertainment marketing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Program Management: Develop and execute activation strategies and activities for assigned accounts.
• Client Management: Oversee communications and maintain relationships with sponsorship properties.
• Leadership: Manage and motivate account team members alongside leadership.
• Contract & Recap: Create planning and recap presentations; participate in renewals and new relationships.
• Cross-functional: Collaborate with internal teams and client agencies to deliver projects.

Skills

Leadership

Sponsorship experience

Client communications

Budget management

Industry knowledge

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

Playfly Sports is seeking an Account Supervisor in Chicago with hybrid work options. The role leads account teams, manages sponsorship programs, and supports client services, operations, and business development across multiple clients.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience in sports marketing or related fields, plus strong communication and leadership skills. The position offers growth and collaborative opportunities within a growing agency.