Agent Basketball
Found in: beBee jobs US - 2 weeks ago
Who We Are:
WME is a leading entertainment agency representing the world's greatest artists, content creators and talent across books, digital media, fashion, film, food, music, sports, television and theater. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, WME is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.
WME is a leading entertainment agency representing the world's greatest artists, content creators and talent across books, digital media, film, food, music, sports, television and theater. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, WME is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global entertainment, sports and content company.
Responsibilities:
Develop, manage and nurture new business partnerships to accomplish revenue goals, including recruiting of new clients
Effectively communicate and present research to key stakeholders (agents and clients) across the organization and provide strategies to target new opportunities
Possess and present a solid understanding and track record of developing sound marketing strategies and opportunities that drive revenue
Act as a representative for a client when negotiating a new contract, contract extensions, or endorsement signings
Will be expected to work across various lines of businesses and agents to present opportunities to our existing client roster
Experience Required:
2-3 years of equivalent experience
Strong focus and interest in women's basketball
Proven experience leading and negotiating opportunities
Thorough understanding of data analytics, marketing and brand enhancement
Stay atop of needs and opportunities
Work closely with existing agents to explore and capitalize on client marketing opportunities
Comprehensive understanding of established and emerging social platforms, and the tactics required to influence audience these platforms
Showcase intimate knowledge of marketing strategies and idea generation, to partner negotiations to program execution and ROI measurement
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Broad knowledge of marketing, WNBA CBA, sales principles and practices, in media and entertainment
Strong relationships with senior level executives across teams, brands, and agencies
Determine whether projects have substantial market potential
Ability to create and develop innovative marketing ideas which directly support the achievement of brand awareness and client revenue goals
Effective communicator who has proven selling and relationship skills with internal and external constituents at all levels
Must have strategic agility, organizational ability, and successful track record for building effective relationships
Must have analytical, planning and decision-making skills along with demonstrated fiscal responsibility and business ethics
Forward thinking and strategic mindset are a must
Demonstrated success developing and launching innovative marketing ideas, driving brand consideration and preference using different marketing vehicles (TV, print, digital, social media, experiential, promotions, etc.)
Creative mind, well versed in shepherding big ideas, ideally has been involved in developing and producing branded awareness
Ability to demonstrate a unique approach to problem solving with a business, brand and consumer lens
Demonstrated ability to understand and activate concepts/programs cross-functionally
Proven ability to interact with people at all levels of an organization, fostering strong cross-functional teamwork and results
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
Hiring Range Minimum :
$64,480 annually
Hiring Range Maximum:
$80,000 annually
