Intersport
Senior Account Exec., or Account Supervisor, Sponsorship Marketing/Experiential
Intersport, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Account Executive / Account Supervisor – Sponsorship Marketing / Experiential Marketing
Base pay range: $55,000 - $70,000 per year.
Location: Hybrid – work from home and office at 303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200, Chicago, IL.
Division: Agency Services. Reports to: Account Director.
Overview Intersport is an award‑winning agency that fills the empty space between marketing campaigns and consumers – helping brands make more meaningful connections. Our industry‑leading team includes 200+ members supporting 50+ clients with services spanning content production, experiential and event marketing, hospitality, brand and partnership consulting, creative, social and digital marketing, and platform development. We also own and operate event properties across the professional and collegiate sports landscape, focused on sports including basketball, football, golf, pickleball, and volleyball.
Responsibilities General
Embody and reflect Intersport’s performance‑based culture and commit yourself and the team to the highest standards for all agency work
Work effectively with cross‑functional teams to deliver executional excellence
Client Management & Communication
Demonstrate an understanding and a passion for clients’ industry, business, brand, and consumers
Establish yourself as a trusted strategic business partner to the client
Demonstrate leadership and presence in meetings and client interaction
Serve as a subject matter expert on market and related industry trends, sponsorship landscape, and competitive activities and proactively communicate insights and experiences with colleagues and clients
Provide strategic direction on sponsorship asset utilization, activation, and planning
Oversee event‑related strategy development and planning
Program & Project Management
Manage client programming with specific expertise in sponsorship and experiential marketing strategy, planning, and execution
Oversee the creative and production briefing process and creative approvals
With Intersport Legal, manage the legal process including contract review, approval, and administration
Produce quality and comprehensive research and competitive analysis
Lead on‑site program execution including training, troubleshooting, consumer/client engagement, and reporting
Reporting and Analysis
Contribute to program and partner review debriefings and analyze and evaluate individual programs and partnerships
Ensure production of timely post‑event/program reports and updates
Budget & Financial Management
With Intersport Accounting, manage/oversee budgets, including billing, account reconciliation, and overall accounting and invoicing process
Team Management
Work collaboratively with the integrated team
Salary and Benefits The targeted salary range for this position is $55,000 to $86,000, depending on full‑time, non‑internship professional relevant experience. SAE requires 4 to 6 years’ experience; AS requires 6 to 8 years’ experience.
This position includes medical, dental, vision, parental leave benefits and 401(k) with company match for qualified employees. This position does not include bonuses, commissions, or other incentives.
Qualifications
Senior Account Exec.: four to six years’ professional, relevant, non‑internship, full‑time experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
Account Supervisor: six to eight years’ professional, relevant, non‑internship, full‑time experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
Strong knowledge and understanding of sponsorship marketing and/or event/experiential marketing
Experience managing holistic brand strategies and seeing the execution through multiple marketing channels
Ability to manage multiple programs/projects concurrently, inclusive of a detail‑oriented and organized approach
Well‑rounded, creative thinker
Application of superior prioritization and time‑management skills
Ability to produce high quality work at a fast pace
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proactive, team player with a strong work ethic
Previous experience with daily contact with clients and support teams
Exemplary written and oral communication skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; proficiency in Excel
Ability to travel for business on trips typically lasting between two to five days
Polished, professional demeanor, project confidence and enthusiasm for the business
Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Marketing
Industries Marketing Services
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Location: Hybrid – work from home and office at 303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200, Chicago, IL.
Division: Agency Services. Reports to: Account Director.
Overview Intersport is an award‑winning agency that fills the empty space between marketing campaigns and consumers – helping brands make more meaningful connections. Our industry‑leading team includes 200+ members supporting 50+ clients with services spanning content production, experiential and event marketing, hospitality, brand and partnership consulting, creative, social and digital marketing, and platform development. We also own and operate event properties across the professional and collegiate sports landscape, focused on sports including basketball, football, golf, pickleball, and volleyball.
Responsibilities General
Embody and reflect Intersport’s performance‑based culture and commit yourself and the team to the highest standards for all agency work
Work effectively with cross‑functional teams to deliver executional excellence
Client Management & Communication
Demonstrate an understanding and a passion for clients’ industry, business, brand, and consumers
Establish yourself as a trusted strategic business partner to the client
Demonstrate leadership and presence in meetings and client interaction
Serve as a subject matter expert on market and related industry trends, sponsorship landscape, and competitive activities and proactively communicate insights and experiences with colleagues and clients
Provide strategic direction on sponsorship asset utilization, activation, and planning
Oversee event‑related strategy development and planning
Program & Project Management
Manage client programming with specific expertise in sponsorship and experiential marketing strategy, planning, and execution
Oversee the creative and production briefing process and creative approvals
With Intersport Legal, manage the legal process including contract review, approval, and administration
Produce quality and comprehensive research and competitive analysis
Lead on‑site program execution including training, troubleshooting, consumer/client engagement, and reporting
Reporting and Analysis
Contribute to program and partner review debriefings and analyze and evaluate individual programs and partnerships
Ensure production of timely post‑event/program reports and updates
Budget & Financial Management
With Intersport Accounting, manage/oversee budgets, including billing, account reconciliation, and overall accounting and invoicing process
Team Management
Work collaboratively with the integrated team
Salary and Benefits The targeted salary range for this position is $55,000 to $86,000, depending on full‑time, non‑internship professional relevant experience. SAE requires 4 to 6 years’ experience; AS requires 6 to 8 years’ experience.
This position includes medical, dental, vision, parental leave benefits and 401(k) with company match for qualified employees. This position does not include bonuses, commissions, or other incentives.
Qualifications
Senior Account Exec.: four to six years’ professional, relevant, non‑internship, full‑time experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
Account Supervisor: six to eight years’ professional, relevant, non‑internship, full‑time experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
Strong knowledge and understanding of sponsorship marketing and/or event/experiential marketing
Experience managing holistic brand strategies and seeing the execution through multiple marketing channels
Ability to manage multiple programs/projects concurrently, inclusive of a detail‑oriented and organized approach
Well‑rounded, creative thinker
Application of superior prioritization and time‑management skills
Ability to produce high quality work at a fast pace
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proactive, team player with a strong work ethic
Previous experience with daily contact with clients and support teams
Exemplary written and oral communication skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; proficiency in Excel
Ability to travel for business on trips typically lasting between two to five days
Polished, professional demeanor, project confidence and enthusiasm for the business
Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Marketing
Industries Marketing Services
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