Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

This position is responsible for the overall day-to-day maintenance of client accounts including contract activation and fulfillment, strategic direction and budget for assigned corporate partners.

This role will pay an hourly rate between $21.63 to $26.44

Benefits for FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

This position will remain open until Oct 31, 2024

The Greensboro Coliseum Complex is a versatile multi-building facility that serves the community of Greensboro and its surrounding areas. It hosts a wide array of events, such as athletic competitions, cultural arts showcases, concerts, theater performances, educational activities, fairs, exhibits, as well as public and private gatherings, including conventions, convocations, trade shows, and consumer shows. It plays a crucial role as a hub of community activities and significantly contributes to the regional economy.

The Complex is made up of nine venues, the largest being the renowned 22,000-seat Greensboro Coliseum, which has a storied history of hosting prestigious ACC and NCAA basketball championships, and a concert history featuring legendary artists like Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, and Phish, as well as today’s biggest artists like Drake, Bad Bunny, and Taylor Swift.

 The Complex also includes the 167,000-square foot Special Events Center, encompassing three exhibition halls, a 4,500-seat mini-arena, and eight meeting rooms. Additionally, there's White Oak Amphitheatre, Piedmont Hall, the Novant Health Fieldhouse, Greensboro Aquatic Center, The Terrace, ACC Hall of Champions, and the 300-seat Odeon Theatre.

• Coordinates all partnership deliverables for accounts assigned (i.e. signage, print, promotional, entertainment elements, etc.) to ensure quality standards and that client expectations are met.
• Accountable for retention as well as one-off and upsell opportunities for new and existing partnerships including contract amendments and extensions.
• Responsible for the implementation of branding and activations during event days including digital signage, in-game features and fan engagement activations as per event requirements.
• Reviews promotional concepts, including evaluation and approval of promotional programs, rules, artwork, and in-market supporting media. Oversees all these aspects internally and externally.
• Oversees the logistics of all partner hospitality and contractual events.
• Partner with Department Manager to develop and execute exclusive events for current premium members.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with respective accounts and members in order to renew and extend premium seating contracts.
• Prospect and execute meetings with influential business leaders in the greater Greensboro area.
• Serve as an additional point of contact for premium clients and liaison for the premium department.
• Fulfill member requests and questions, providing prompt and professional communication.
• Assist in the activation of member agreements and corresponding invoices, including providing updates to contracts, account information and invoices as needed.
• Support the Suite operation team in setup, suite walks, cold push and all other operational needs required for successful event day execution.
• Collaborate with marketing department on communications and activation needs for clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• College Degree (preferably in Marketing or Sports Management) or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 1-3 year of experience in partnership activation or related field including sponsorship sales.
• Marketing and promotions planning background.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written.
• Proven ability to multi-task and complete projects on strict deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Photoshop.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to be detail oriented to accomplish/complete all aspects of a task or project.
• Possess high degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Strong ability to work well with co-workers and supervisors in a team environment.

Working Conditions:

• Minimal Travel (<10% travel): May be required to travel. Trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights and holidays as required.
• Frequent bending, lifting 15-20 pounds, sitting, exposure to multiple external elements, extensive walking through the building including inclines and stairs.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.