Account Director - Partnerships (Future Opportunity)

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day partnership marketing & activation programming with client’s cross-functional teams (partnerships, brands, media, PR, social, etc.) and relevant agency partners in connection with client’s music & entertainment partnership marketing platforms.

Develop and implement partnership strategy and activation; evaluate additional sponsorship opportunities and support contract negotiations as appropriate.

Spearhead research and analytics efforts across client deliverables.

Provide strategic thinking and recommendations for client and agency at large.

Liaise with wider global account team providing connectivity across all workstreams.

Lead and mentor direct reports.

Report to the VP based in NYC.

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of agency, brand or client-based partnership account management experience.

Prior experience in managing development and implementation of partnership marketing strategies and activations on behalf of a client or brand.

Prior experience managing a team/individuals.

Prior experience managing day-to-day relationships with clients, agencies, and vendors.

Experience working within the music industry.

Prior experience with sponsorship contract negotiations.

Talent contract negotiation experience.

Understanding of, and practical experience with, event marketing operations and logistics.

Proven ability to prioritize workflow, manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive results.

Strong ability to manage multiple projects across large cross‑functional teams independently and diligently while delivering pre‑defined goals.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with client/account management experience required.

Ability to think strategically and creatively, and to problem‑solve independently and in groups.

Excellent attention to detail, time management, written and oral communication skills.

Enthusiastic and flexible team‑first player with a proactive approach.

Ability to travel a minimum of 25% of the time.

Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Role is based in NYC (required).

We encourage diversity, equity, and inclusion. If your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

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