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Director, Experiential Partnerships - Fanatics Events

Fanatics · New York, NY, United States · On-site

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About Fanatics

Backed by SoftBank VF.

About the role

The Director of Experiential Partnerships is a senior individual contributor responsible for turning ambitious brand partnership ideas into exceptional, executable fan experiences. The role owns major partner programs from early-stage concept development through onsite execution, working across partnerships, creative and operational teams to shape solutions, support new business development, pressure-test feasibility and lead delivery once sold. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 8–12 years of experience in experiential marketing, integrated brand experiences, live events, sponsorship activation, or related disciplines
  • Demonstrated experience personally leading complex experiential programs from concept development through onsite execution
  • Experience delivering major tentpole events and programs for blue-chip brands
  • Experiential agency experience strongly preferred and will be prioritized
  • Strong event production fluency and an understanding of how creative concepts translate into operational and financial requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to take ambiguous or incomplete information and turn it into a clear recommendation and actionable plan
More about this role

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans...

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