Partnership Strategy Associate

Job Summary 

The LA Clippers are looking to hire an Associate to join our Partnership Strategy team to support the data, research, and operational work that underpins Partnership Sales and Marketing. This individual will help maintain CRM and research databases, organize and synthesize fan, brand, category, and asset information, and translate findings into reports, dashboards, presentations, and other materials, helping drive long-term revenue growth.

This is a part time hourly role based in Inglewood, CA. Due to the nature of this industry, candidates may be asked to work a flexible schedule including weeknights, weekends, and holidays to cover high profile concerts and NBA games.

What You Will Do

• Maintain and update CRM records, partnership information, research files, vendor data, and related databases, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely updates
• Assist with preparing recurring reports, dashboards, presentations, and relevant stakeholders.
• Support the collection, organization, and quality control of fan demographics, brand and category insights, asset valuation, partnership case studies, and survey results.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the broader Partnership team, including calendar coordination, meeting scheduling, agenda preparation, note-taking, expense submission, and file organization.
• Support brainstorming sessions by researching brands, audiences, categories, competitive activity, and partnership examples.
• As needed, support the development of custom partnership sales and marketing collateral – including presentations, one-sheets, activation concepts, and branded mockups.
• Support gamedays, events, and other team needs as requested.

Your Background, Skills, and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business analytics, data science, marketing, or sports management (or similar field) from a four-year college or university or equivalent work experience. 
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar capacity with a team, league, agency, or related organization. 
• Goal-oriented, self-starter with strong work ethic and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. 
• Experience with CRM products (e.g., SalesForce, KORE, EngageRM), research tools (e.g., SponsorUnited, Relo Metrics, YouGov) and Microsoft Office Suite required. 
• An eye for visual storytelling, presentation flow, and brand consistency; experience with presentation design, branded mockups, or Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Clippers, Los Angeles DMA, and/or sports industry is helpful. 
• Demonstrated ability to autonomously manage assigned projects from development through completion.
• Ability to learn and flourish in a fast-growing, dynamic environment. 
• Effective interpersonal skills, both oral and written. 
• Self-starter and entrepreneurial spirit with a hands-on approach towards business.

About Halo Sports & Entertainment:

Halo Sports & Entertainment brings together some of Southern California's most iconic sports and entertainment brands. Our portfolio includes the LA Clippers, Intuit Dome, Kia Forum, and the San Diego Clippers, giving our teams the opportunity to shape experiences across professional sports, live music, and entertainment. Whether producing unforgettable events, building innovative technology, or supporting the operations behind it all, our employees work together to deliver exceptional experiences while growing their careers in one of the most dynamic organizations in sports and entertainment.

Our Approach to Technology & Innovation

At Halo Sports and Entertainment, curiosity and innovation go hand in hand. We seek forward-thinking individuals who embrace emerging technologies and actively leverage AI tools to work smarter, unlock creativity, and elevate the fan and business experience.

About Intuit Dome:

At Intuit Dome, we're setting a new standard for live sports and entertainment. Home to the LA Clippers, Intuit Dome was designed from the ground up to redefine the fan experience through technology, innovation, and thoughtful design. Every event is an opportunity to create an unforgettable experience for every fan, artist, athlete, and guest who walks through our doors.

Host of the 2026 NBA All-Star game and set to Olympic Basketball in 2028, Intuit Dome is over 1 million square feet and features our team training center, business operations offices, five full-sized basketball courts, an 80,000 square foot outdoor plaza and a double-sided Halo Board composed of more than an acre of LED.

Located in Inglewood, Calif., Intuit Dome is built different -- it redefines fans’ expectations for live experiences and changes the music landscape in Los Angeles.

About Kia Forum:

Located in Inglewood, California, the Kia Forum is the only arena-sized venue in the country dedicated to music and entertainment, delivering a superior experience for artists and fans alike. The iconic venue hosts a diverse range of premier events, featuring the biggest names in music and entertainment, award shows, combat sports, and more. Designed with entertainers and performers in mind, Kia Forum Backstage includes star-caliber dressing rooms that provide unparalleled comfort. The Kia Forum received Pollstar's "Arena of the Decade" award in 2022 and was named the top West Coast arena in 2025 by Pollstar and Billboard magazines.

Compensation

• The range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00 hourly compensation.Compensation package offered will be based on multiple individualized factors, including a candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

• The role is classified as non-exempt.