LEARFIELD · 13 hours ago
Partnership Solutions Manager - Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expLEARFIELD is seeking a proactive and relationship-driven Partnership Solutions Manager to join their Sports Properties team. This role involves overseeing the activation of corporate sponsorships on campus, managing a complex portfolio of partners, and ensuring the flawless execution of high-value sponsorship campaigns.
Brand MarketingHigher EducationMarketingSponsorshipSportsTicketing
Responsibilities
Serve as the activation lead for a portfolio of partners, managing all aspects of campaign execution and fulfillment
Build strong client relationships through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and reliable follow-through
Build and maintain strong relationships with university partners, athletic department staff, corporate clients, and internal stakeholders—serving as a trusted and respected representative of both Learfield and the university
Oversee activation timelines, project plans, and asset delivery schedules—ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., creative, digital, events) and university contacts to execute integrated marketing campaigns
Lead partner recaps, performance reporting, and renewal discussions; contribute to strategic planning for key accounts
Serve as an activation mentor or informal lead for coordinators and game day staff
Identify process improvement opportunities and help implement tools that enhance property-wide activation
Represent the property at partner meetings, internal planning sessions, and game day operations
Ensure all activity aligns with Learfield’s brand, contractual obligations, and university standards
Qualification
Required
6+ years of experience in sponsorship activation, account management, or event marketing—preferably in sports or entertainment
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and client relationships independently
Strong communication, organization, and project management skills
Proven success in executing multi-channel marketing campaigns
Experience interpreting contracts and managing deliverables across digital, social, signage, and in-venue assets
Collaborative mindset with an ability to influence cross-functional teams
High attention to detail and accountability for results
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other planning or CRM tools
Ability to work evenings/weekends as needed for game days and events
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or a related field
Knowledge of the multimedia rights landscape in collegiate athletics
Experience mentoring junior team members or overseeing activation processes
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans
Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave
20 Paid Holidays
401(k) + Match
Short/Long Term Disability
Company
LEARFIELD
Learfield empowers businesses and universities by connecting big brands to the excitement, passion, tradition and fun of college sports. It is a sub-organization of Learfield Communications.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$150M2023-09-13Private Equity· $150M
Leadership Team
David A Hubbard
Senior Vice President
Pat Fagan
Senior Vice President
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