Partnership Associate

As a Partnership Associate with Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), you will assist in client partnership
management and coordinate the implementation of annual marketing programs to fulfill partnership
contracts. You will coordinate clerical and administrative tasks for the Sponsorship department,
collaborate with internal teams and leaders to meet departmental goals, and serve as the day-to-day
partner liaison, ensuring consistent, high-quality support. Reports to VP Sales & Brand Partnerships.

• Support external and internal business teams to coordinate the implementation of annual
  partnership / sponsorship programs.
• Maintain strong partner relationships and serve as a point of
  contact for account support.Maintain fulfillment and adherence to contracts and plans with external partners.
• Communicate show calendars to select partners and manage partner invoicing.
• Plan and assist with on-site activations, including sidewalk sessions, plaza parties, community
  days, VIP hospitality, private events, etc.
• Track partnership metrics and provide periodic updates to internal business teams. Work with
  Partnership Manager to prepare annual partner business reviews, including program initiatives,
  valuations, and performance. Maintain organized records of partner social activations, in-venue
  marketing assets, preshow slides, email banner ads, etc.
• Facilitate partner requests for tickets, hospitality, and related needs, and provide on-site hosting
  as appropriate.
• Assist with partnership contract execution, in collaboration with internal business teams, Legal,
  and external partners. May include ticketing procurement and relationship management.
• Serve as a resource for external sales agencies, providing information as requested for sales
  presentations and prospecting.
• Support Ryman Corporate Membership program activation (post-sale), including contracts,
  invoicing and managing ticketing needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Degree in Marketing/Communications preferred

• 3+ years' experience in event production, sponsorship activation, client/customer/membership
  services, or brand partnerships

• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proven success working with cross-functional teams and adapting projects to evolving
  expectations
• Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite