Responsibilities

• Identify Excellence: Proactively scout and recruit athletes, professional opticians, and sports content creators who align with the SportRx brand (Cycling, MTB, Running, Fishing, Golf, Snow, etc.)
• Build a balanced roster that includes "Top-of-Funnel" mega-influencers for brand awareness and "Conversion-Focused" micro-influencers for sales
• Manage the end-to-end communication process, ensuring every potential partner experiences our "Cheerful Optician" culture from the first DM or email
• Drive the SportRx Affiliate Program (via AvantLink or similar), optimizing the 8% commission structure to incentivize high-quality traffic
• Draft and negotiate talent contracts, including usage rights, posting requirements, and performance-based bonuses
• Identify opportunities for "Co-op" partnerships with frame brands (Oakley, Smith, 100%, etc.) to co-fund athlete campaigns
• Leverage athlete appearances at relevant community events including Rock n’ Roll Marathon, Miramar Air Show, Archipelago Ride, etc.
• Provide creators with clear "Deliverable Briefs" that highlight the technical benefits of our prescription lenses (Polarization, Anti-fog, etc.)
• Coordinate fulfillment of custom prescription eyewear for partners with Marketing Frame & Lens Expert
• Ensure influencer content integrated into SportRx primary channels and YouTube strategy

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in Influencer Marketing, Talent Management, or Sports Business Development
• Industry Knowledge: Deep familiarity with the sports landscape (specifically endurance and action sports)
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to navigate contract discussions with both independent creators and professional sports agents
• Tools: Proficiency with affiliate platforms (AvantLink), CRM tools, social analytics (Sprout Social, Grin, Aspire, or HypeAuditor), and Monday.com
• The "SportRx" Fit: You are positive, proactive, organized, and likely spend your weekends in the dirt or on the road using the products we sell

Preferred

• Knowledge of the optical industry is a massive plus
• Proficiency with AvantLink, CRM tools, Sprout Social, Grin, Aspire, or HypeAuditor, and Monday.com

Benefits

• Collaborative environment with a fun and fast-paced team
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility to work from home two days a week
• Dog-friendly office culture
• Access to our onsite gym and wellness-focused environment
• Fully stocked snack bar and plenty of coffee to keep the ideas flowing
• Team events, community involvement, and a culture built around having fun, supporting one another, and genuinely loving working together
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and employee perks
• Opportunity to help shape and grow the SportRx athlete and affiliate community