Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPendleton Street, Main Street District, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, 29208, United States
About the Role
Learfield is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager to join our Sports Properties team. This role is pivotal in bringing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) partnerships to life by managing a growing portfolio with autonomy. You will serve as the primary activation lead for NIL partners, coordinating integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social, in-venue, and broadcast platforms.
In this position, you will collaborate closely with sales and university NIL teams to develop creative NIL concepts, craft compelling partner proposals, and translate brand objectives into impactful student-athlete activations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative to solve problems, and excels at communication, creativity, and strategic execution. You will act as a trusted representative of both Learfield and the university, building strong relationships with athletic department staff and internal stakeholders while ensuring all contractual deliverables are executed flawlessly.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Pendleton Street, Main Street District, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, 29208, United States
Columbia, South Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage a portfolio of NIL partners and lead execution of contractual deliverables
- check_circleServe as primary liaison between partners, student-athletes, and university teams to ensure compliance
- check_circleCoordinate approval processes and maintain thorough documentation for all NIL partnerships
- check_circleMaintain accurate project timelines, activation schedules, and deliverable tracking
- check_circleCollaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop creative NIL campaign concepts
- check_circleSupport sales strategic planning by contributing to partner ideation and performance reviews
- check_circleGuide Coordinators or game day staff during NIL activation or planning cycles
- check_circleIdentify opportunities to improve NIL activation processes and operational efficiency
Requirements
- verified4+ years of experience in sponsorship activation, sports marketing, event execution, or account management
- verifiedBachelor's degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or a related field (preferred)
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office and other planning or CRM tools
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or a related field. Experience managing multiple sponsorship or brand partnership accounts simultaneously. Strong understanding of the collegiate athletics landscape, multimedia rights, and the evolving NIL ecosystem. Experience developing or supporting content strategies for social media, with a clear sense of what drives engagement across different platforms. Familiarity with creative production elements such as graphic design, motion graphics, photography, and social storytelling.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision insurancecheck_circleHealth Savings Accountcheck_circleLife Insurance and Other Insurance Planscheck_circleFlexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually)check_circleParental Leavecheck_circle20 Paid Holidayscheck_circle401(k) with company matchcheck_circleShort and Long Term Disability insurance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, CRM Tools, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Photography, Social Storytelling.
Education: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or related field preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD
What does a Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD will manage a portfolio of nil partners and lead execution of contractual deliverables; serve as primary liaison between partners, student-athletes, and university teams to ensure compliance; coordinate approval processes and maintain thorough documentation for all nil partnerships; and maintain accurate project timelines, activation schedules, and deliverable tracking.
What are the requirements for this Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager role?expand_more
To qualify for the Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD position, applicants should have: 4+ years of experience in sponsorship activation, sports marketing, event execution, or account management; Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or a related field (preferred); and Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other planning or CRM tools.
Where is the Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager role at LEARFIELD located?expand_more
Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD is based in Pendleton Street, Main Street District, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, 29208, United States. This is a on-site role.
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LEARFIELD has listed this Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager role?expand_more
Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD include Microsoft Office; CRM Tools; Graphic Design; Motion Graphics; Photography; and Social Storytelling.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or related field preferred.
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Associate NIL Partnership Solutions Manager at LEARFIELD is part of the pr, advertising & marketing job category on Recrutus.