Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic partnership with prominent A&C institutions, managing the full spectrum of 360 traditional assets, including branding, signage, digital integration, and on-site event activations. Develop and execute a robust calendar of events and programming within this partnership.
• Manage traditional sponsorship agreements, ensuring all contractual obligations are met, brand visibility is maximized, and partnership value is delivered.
• Develop and implement consistent plans and approaches for executing each tier of activations, ensuring strong brand alignment and measurable outcomes.
• Oversee all aspects of event planning and implementation (pre, during, and post-event), including logistics from venue research and selection to comprehensive wrap reports, detailed budgets, and critical timelines across all partnership types.
• Direct the development, implementation, and execution of experiential events and sponsorships, encompassing production, on-site management, asset management, vendor management, and assistance in property negotiations for all urban development and arts & culture activations
• Develop detailed activation/experience plans for all stakeholders prior to events and create comprehensive wrap-up reports following events.
• Attend all key events, serving as the primary point of contact for vendors, guests, clients, and partners, including urban development contacts and arts & culture institution liaisons.
• Identify and recommend potential cultural activations and innovative partnership opportunities
• Maintain and proactively seek creative ways to enhance all partner relationships, fostering long-term value.
• Act as the day-to-day contact for key clients, ensuring clear, proactive, and effective communication regarding all partnership initiatives.

Requirements

• 6+ years’ agency/client service experience
• minimum of 4 years in event planning and execution
• Proven experience managing strategic, multi-faceted partnerships with large-scale entities (e.g., non-profits, arts venues)
• Experience managing traditional sponsorships with prestigious arts and culture organizations
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and to solve problems effectively and independently
• Experience with on-site event management and execution, particularly for hosting and cultural events
• Exceptional ability to manage diverse relationships with key partners
• Detail-oriented work ethic, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, producing high-quality work (e.g., reporting, client decks, budgets), and adhering to strict deadlines
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Ability to supervise, manage, and mentor junior team members.

Preferred

• Budget management and/or reconciliation experience is highly desirable.