Account Manager, Partnerships

About the Company

160over90 is an award‑winning global marketing agency that forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With 800 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full‑service, channel‑agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Amazon, Coca‑Cola, DP World, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and activation of the client’s college sports sponsorships and events, including marquee partnerships and other portfolio partnerships as assigned.
• Manage a team across internal verticals, develop detailed project plans for assigned events, and oversee timelines to ensure deadlines, deliverables, and budgets are met.
• Partner with internal divisions, external stakeholders, and third‑party vendors to execute events that meet protocol and brand standards.
• Interface daily with other account team members, clients, agencies, and partner properties to coordinate all fulfillment aspects of assigned programs and events.
• Manage reporting and evaluation for new, prospective, and existing sponsorships, as well as after‑action performance measurement based on established client objectives.
• Create and maintain client‑ready materials such as points of view, recommendations, and activation plans.
• Collaborate with internal creative staff to brief projects and ensure high‑quality, on‑time deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of relevant agency, team, or client‑based account management experience.
• Experience working on and/or with sports platforms/properties – college football experience preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of military culture, protocol, and etiquette.
• Participation in the selection, negotiation, and evaluation of successful sponsorship programs.
• Proven ability to prioritize workflow, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and drive results.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, and to problem‑solve independently and in groups.
• Military experience and/or a desire to work with military‑based programs is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; client management experience preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including weekend events.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and similar programs.

Work Environment

160over90 sits at the center of sports, media, and entertainment and operates as a relationship‑based business. The agency works from the office four days per week to foster collaboration, develop future talent, and build relationships across leadership, peers, and teams. The company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; candidates who may not meet every single requirement are encouraged to apply.