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Join to apply for the Account Executive, Sports Marketing role at Optimum Sports Optimum Sports is the dedicated sports marketing agency within Omnicom Media Group. It operates in both the Sports Partnership and Sports Media landscapes, providing cohesive, multi-platform sports marketing strategies that integrate media, investment, property, and insights. Established in 2003, it continues to innovate in the sports marketplace and build solutions for an evolving world. Qualifications Undergraduate degree required, preferably in Marketing, Business, Sports Management and/or Communications Graduate or professional degree, or equivalent experience, recommended 1-3 years of experience that provides aforementioned skills and abilities Strong ability to effectively communicate ideas in both a written and verbal setting Expert in industry knowledge and understanding of sports marketing vernacular and trend Ability to work well under pressure and deliver assignments under deadline Ability to effectively and intelligently communicate with clients, internal strategy teams, alternate OMG SBU’s and other agencies as needed Ability, willingness, and flexibility to work beyond the normal hours of the traditional workday “Self-starter” traits are essential High level of proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and online research Efficiency, organization and ability to handle multiple tasks Ability to perform and thrive in both a structured and unstructured environment Strong working knowledge and passion for global soccer landscape a plus Passion for the sport – potentially played collegiately or above and/or follow extensively Strong knowledge of European clubs and top 5 leagues, South American club competitions and national teams/tournaments Experience in building out 360 marketing plans specifically surrounding the sport Media partner expertise outside of the US a plus Responsibilities Develop broad understanding of clients’ businesses and needs Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate sponsorship and media packages as they relate to overall client business strategies and/or client sports sponsorship assets Proactive in identifying new projects and business opportunities with existing clients Work in direct cooperation with, and handle all strategy for, respective strategy teams Interact with members of other SBU’s as the respective disciplines of those SBU’s are pertinent to proposed and executed sponsorship marketing strategies Serve as direct contact for other Omnicom marketing and creative agencies involved on sports business initiatives for each client Manage junior staff (1-3 personnel) and participate in evaluating existing staff and potential hires Brief unit Directors to keep them engaged in client initiatives and manage Director demands Travel as required (often on weekends) for presentations, meetings and events Formulate marketing strategies, evaluate sponsorship proposals, and manage client services Design decks and documents that convey strategy with supporting research Produce relevant research from databases, industry trades and other sources Compensation and Benefits Pay range: $50,000—$60,000 USD. Benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid parental leave, paid medical leave, and STD/LTD insurance benefits. This role is hybrid, requiring three (3) days per week in the office with two (2) days remote. In-office days may be adjusted based on business needs. Additional Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industries: Advertising Services #J-18808-Ljbffr Optimum Sports

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