Sr. Manager, Sports Marketing

Business Segment: Universal Television Entertainment Compensation: USD 100,000 - USD 125,000 - yearly Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Job Description Role Overview The Sr. Manager, Sports Marketing, will lead projects to support the planning and execution of marketing various high-profile NBC Sports properties including the Olympics, Paralympics and Sunday Night Football, while playing a key role on the MLB on NBC and Peacock marketing team. This position will be responsible for contributing to the goal of driving awareness, subscriber acquisition and retention, and viewership of sports properties across streaming, linear and digital platforms. This role will report to the Director, Sports Marketing. Responsibilities PROPERTY LEADERSHIP AND REPRESENTATION: Responsible for day-to-day management of process and development of season-long roadmap for assigned properties Proactively collaborate cross-functionally with various NBCUniversal and NBC Sports business units, including production, programming, partnerships, social, sales, digital & marketing internal teams and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment on Sports Marketing plans and initiatives Present property and campaign updates to internal and external teams, and communicate with senior leaders about marketing programs and strategies Represent owned properties on a regular basis with appropriate level staff members at external partners Represent owned sports properties with cross-NBCU partners for multi-title/property marketing efforts Own and manage consumer activation budget for select properties CROSS-FUNCTIONAL CAMPAIGN MANAGEMENT: Develop workflow leading into campaign launches, run meetings and oversee tracking of progress on all asset deliverables and recapping of campaigns With increasing independence, create multiple plans and then lead the execution of marketing campaigns for NBC Sports properties across streaming and linear Using the strategy for the property and overall Marketing teams goals as a guide, proactively analyze plans and bring new ideas for Sports Marketing internal teams and larger cross company efforts Oversee creation of reports and presentations around marketing efforts for property initiatives by using information from all relevant engagement sources ACTIVATION LEADERSHIP: Supervise RFP development and work with Sourcing team to select agency partners Oversee all aspects of execution TEAM LEADERSHIP: Manage direct report and invest in developing team members to support NBC Sports while delegating and supervising tasks Qualifications Basic Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Business, or a related field Minimum of six (6+) years of professional experience in campaign development and execution, ideally within a media company, professional sports league, or at an advertising, marketing, branded content, or media agency Experience managing at least one direct report Experience with the Olympics, MLB and/or the streaming space is a plus Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice Desired Characteristics Has high standards for work, excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, attention to detail Ability to effectively take direction and apply learnings to everyday responsibilities, a positive can-do attitude Ability to oversee multiple projects and delegate effectively Highly resourceful problem solver, with strong oral and written communication skills Works well in a team, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment. Excellent interpersonal skills and grace under pressure Creative, well organized, possesses a strong work ethic with a desire to excel and willingness to learn Proven ability to partner effectively with internal partners and external agencies Additional Requirements: Hybrid : This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $100,000- $125,000 (bonus eligible) Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to View email address on click.appcast.io. Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr