Full-Time

Account Director

Partnership Marketing, Kia Forum

Posted on 10/3/2025

Los Angeles Clippers

Los Angeles Clippers

501-1,000 employees

Professional basketball team and youth engagement

Compensation Overview

$120k - $140k/yr

Inglewood, CA, USA

In Person

Category
Growth & Marketing (1)
Required Skills
Social Media
Marketing
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field—or equivalent experience in the live events or brand partnership space.
  • 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in live entertainment, music, brand partnerships, agency, or venue-side roles. Background in sponsorship sales or corporate marketing is a plus.
  • Proven ability to manage high-profile brand partnerships from concept through execution—ideally within concerts, tours, or large-scale events.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communicator with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships across partners, clients, and internal teams.
  • Strategic thinker with a creative mindset and a proactive, solutions-driven approach.
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and be on-site for most shows and activations.
  • Self-starter who thrives working independently but collaborates well with teams.
  • Passion for live music, brand storytelling, and delivering unforgettable fan experiences.
Responsibilities
  • Manage day-to-day operations for music and entertainment venue brand partners, ensuring flawless execution across tours, radio shows, and live events.
  • Oversee all aspects of partner activations at concerts, shows, and festivals—including onsite execution, brand ambassador coordination, and real-time troubleshooting.
  • Act as a strategic marketing partner, creating custom sponsorship platforms that amplify brand visibility and deliver measurable results.
  • Collaborate with top industry players like Live Nation, AEG, CMN, iHeartMedia, and Audacy to fulfill high-impact partnership initiatives.
  • Track and report on sponsorship performance to demonstrate ROI and drive continuous improvement.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with partner contacts—from daily leads to executive stakeholders—through regular check-ins, event hospitality, and strategic recaps.
  • Deeply understand each partner’s brand, audience, and goals to serve as a true extension of their team.
  • Support cross-functional initiatives including digital and social media integrations, signage, community engagement, and content creation.
  • Manage partner ticket allocations and budgets, ensuring smooth coordination with box office teams.
  • Contribute to revenue growth through renewals, upsells, and collaboration on new music partnership opportunities.
  • Stay on top of trends in live music, fan engagement, and brand partnerships to keep activations fresh and relevant.
Desired Qualifications
  • Background in sponsorship sales or corporate marketing is a plus.

The LA Clippers, esteemed for their exciting approach to basketball and community involvement, offer a dynamic workplace environment. With a commitment to youth through the L.A. Clippers Foundation and the use of advanced digital media and data analytics technologies, the organization stands out for its blend of sports excellence and technological application in enhancing both player and fan experiences. This makes it an attractive place for professionals passionate about sports and innovation to grow and thrive.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

1970

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

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INACTIVE