Evil Geniuses, one of the oldest and most recognizable brands in professional gaming, was founded 20 years ago on the belief that passion, commitment, and innovation could transform a beloved interest into a global phenomenon. Today, we look for people who share that same drive and dedication to help us continue to build on the rich organization that is Evil Geniuses.

As the Account Manager – Corporate Partnerships, you will be an important contributor to the broader Evil Geniuses team, and within the Corporate Partnership team, you will be vital to successfully delivering the ambitions of our corporate partners. The Account Manager will be an extension of our clients, understanding the pulse of their business and the nuances of their campaigns. Through that understanding they will interpret the contract deliverables and work within the Evil Geniuses structure to bring to life the contract elements.

This person must thrive in the fast paced, ever changing ecosystem of esports. A start-up, boots-on-the-ground mindset is key, with the drive to deliver the best client experience in sports and entertainment. The ideal Account Manager will have 6-9 years’ experience of working with clients and activating their partnerships in sports or entertainment with a demonstrated interest in esports.

Responsibilities

Become a strategic extension of the partner by understanding their objectives, ambitions, brand voice and their overall business and utilize that knowledge to ensure that the contract commitments are fulfilled
Diligently, professionally and precisely execute/activate the components of each contract in a timely manner and track fulfillment against deliverables
Experience working with multiple disciplines including: PR, digital and social media, content development, data and analytics (and players?)
Coordinate, collaborate, and align with the various Evil Geniuses business units to execute the elements and campaigns within each contract
Foster and deepen strong relationships with the primary client and relevant business leads within the client organization
Familiar with contracts, the language and the interpretation of the language in order to activate precisely
Experience in conflict resolution to manage through potential client needs and competing interests within Evil Geniuses and our other partners
Identify incremental opportunities based upon Evil Geniuses platforms and client strategic priorities and have an eye towards securing additional revenue
Work with department lead to spearhead renewal conversations
Comfort with data analysis and converting data into actions that drive results
Ability to manage a team and guide, grow and mentor the individuals on the team so that they can succeed in their professional pursuits
Fulfill the tasks that are assigned on time and with excellence

Requirements

Minimum of six (6) to nine (9) years’ work experience in Sports Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Partner Activation, Media Agency or Business Development
Thrive as an independent contributor
Embrace the department culture that seeks: empowered individuals, proactive thought leaders, diligent executors
Proven experience with sponsorship activation; ability to lead, manage and develop team in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities and deadline pressures
A starter and a finisher: Ability to see projects and deliverables through to completion
Proven prior experience with sponsorship activation including managing, renewing, and up-selling major accounts
Possess excellent organizational and prioritization skills, and ability to manage broad portfolio of projects, in a fast-paced environment
Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and organizations
Compassion, empathy, and ability to actively listen to spoken and unspoken cues
Possess excellent attention to detail
Possess excellent interpersonal skills