Strategic Sports Partnerships Manager

TAPP Film; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Travel assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

TAPP Film is seeking a Manager, Sports Partnerships to lead client engagements and drive strategic partnerships in sports marketing. You will own activation programs, manage budgets, timelines and cross-functional teams across agencies and rights holders.

This role emphasizes relationship-building and delivering high-quality campaigns that align with client objectives. The position requires 3–5 years in sports partnerships and a strong industry network, with the ability to travel as needed and

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in sports marketing or partnerships.
• Strong knowledge of the sports industry and key properties, leagues, and athletes.
• Proven ability to translate client objectives into compelling partnership programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple workstreams from strategy development through execution and launch.
• Own client relationships and act as day-to-day contact across accounts.
• Develop activation ideas that integrate brands into sports and culture.
• Prepare client materials, briefs, timelines, and budgets for approvals.
• Monitor project budgets and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Support new business efforts through research, proposals and pitches.

Skills

Client management

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Project management

Activation strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

TAPP Film is seeking a Manager, Sports Partnerships to lead client engagements and drive strategic partnerships in sports marketing. You will own activation programs, manage budgets, timelines and cross-functional teams across agencies and rights holders.

This role emphasizes relationship-building and delivering high-quality campaigns that align with client objectives. The position requires 3–5 years in sports partnerships and a strong industry network, with the ability to travel as needed and