Build and own sponsorship and event programs across the Astound footprint with cross‑channel alignment and vendor partnerships.

• Own end-to-end event planning, sponsorship execution, and run‑of‑show for Astound events.
• Negotiate, plan, and manage budgets, invoices, and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate cross‑department collaboration with sales, community, and market leaders to drive event impact.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, plan, and execute sponsorship and branding events within the Astound footprint
• Investigate, prepare documentation, and recommend new events and sponsorships
• Coordinate with market leaders regarding sales, community, and small/medium business events
• Respond to unsolicited event and sponsorship requests
• Procure and manage vendors and brand ambassadors
• Coordinate run-of-show for all planned events
• Organize and deliver event materials including signage, banners, and booths
• Assist with TV, radio, and digital promotional copy
• Coordinate reciprocal media opportunities
• Lead social outreach and promotional campaigns
• Track budgets, process invoices, and prepare reports
• Manage programmer relationships for new event opportunities
• Participate in meetings and cross‑channel marketing initiatives
• Travel up to 40% as required
• Weekend availability required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2–4 years of experience with large sponsorships or agency-side campaigns
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with budget and expense management
• Cable, telecom, or mobile industry experience preferred

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization
• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year
• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• Benefits listed above are for regular full-time position