Account Manager, Partnerships

The Role and What You'll Do:
160over90 is seeking an Account Manager that will be part of a dedicated team responsible for the day‑to‑day servicing of a client's NBA partnership. The position will have a direct report, report to the team's Director and be based in our Los Angeles office.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the day‑to‑day management of client partnership marketing efforts

Strong project management skills and the ability to multitask multiple client requests

Assist in developing and implementing sponsorship strategy and initiatives, including customized programs and promotions

Help manage the sponsorship measurement and return on investment process

Provide and analyze industry trends, research, competitive analysis, and POVs

Develop sponsorship and activation materials, including creative elements, client marketing presentations, securing approvals from key stakeholders and distribution of materials to clients and partners

Interface and work closely with external agencies and partners, including creative and experiential agencies, and client‑internal social, regional and local departments

Attend events and activations and provide on‑site support as needed

Education and Skills

Bachelor's Degree

A minimum of 4‑6 years of agency or client‑based account management experience (specific disciplines could include sponsorship strategy and marketing, partnership strategy and marketing, event/experiential marketing, influencer marketing or digital marketing)

Experience and understanding of the business of sports, sports media and sports marketing/sponsorship, with NBA interest/experience strongly preferred

Ability to manage the development and implementation of a marketing strategy on behalf of client or company

Ability to manage day‑to‑day relationships with client and agency(s)

Experience working with internal teams (account/creative) as well as other agency partners

Proactive self‑starter

Superior client relationship/service skills

Ability to think strategically and creatively

Ability to problem‑solve independently and in groups

Excellent time‑management, written and oral communication skills

Ability to travel ~10% of the time

Exceptional in MS Office Suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel

160/90 is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Hiring Rate Minimum: $71,250 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)

Hiring Rate Maximum: $95,000 annually

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