Account Manager, Sports - Brand Consulting

Job Description Who We Are Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAAs diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. The Role The CAA Brand Consulting Account Manager will lead the day to day management and activation of Olympics partnerships across key brand consulting clients. The candidate will interface day to day with the client and will work cross functionally with internal/external vendors, clients, agencies and properties throughout the Olympics ecosystem. Responsibilities Lead day-to-day management of Olympics partnerships, serving as a primary client and property contact and owning project plans, timelines, and asset tracking Plan and execute campaigns, events, and activations end-to-end, partnering with internal teams, clients, and external agencies Develop and manage property-specific programs, including contractual assets, promotions, and experiential activations Co-develop integrated sponsorship activation strategies, bringing digital, social, PR, retail, and experiential channels to life Provide proactive recommendations and POVs tied to client business and brand objectives, influencing decision-making Oversee creative development and approvals for marketing, experiential, and event-related assets Manage multiple workstreams or full programs, including activation budgets and internal processes (Legal, Finance, Procurement) Collaborate with Data & Analytics to support measurement and performance evaluation Support organic growth and new business efforts through insights, research, and pitch support Develop and deliver clear, compelling communications and presentations for internal and external stakeholders Build strong relationships across CAA to identify and promote new opportunities for clients Mentor junior team members, fostering collaboration and best practices Qualifications Bachelors Degree preferably in Marketing, Communications, Business or similar discipline 4-6+ years of relevant experience including managing Olympics partnerships Ability to travel and be on site at events (in and outside of normal business hours) Ability to develop relationships across the CAA enterprise Strong, established industry (sports & entertainment) relationships Solutions oriented / resourceful (strong network of vendor partners) Demonstrated ability to autonomously manage at least (1) client project Can speak to CAA Brand Consulting offerings Strong negotiation skills Must have strong experience with Microsoft 365 especially, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook Ability to balance and progress multiple projects and project components at one time, often on tight timelines Location This role will be located in our New York or Los Angeles office. The Brand Consulting department offers a flexible work schedule and requires a minimum three days per week on-site. Compensation The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $80,000 to $115,000. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more. 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The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address. The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. Creative Artists Agency (CAA), is the worlds leading full service entertainment, media, and sports agency. We represent many of the most successful professionals working in television, film, music, theatre, video games, sports, and digital content. We also provide a range of strategic and marketing consulting services to corporate clients.