Director, Partnership Strategy - University of Oregon

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. Learfield is seeking a Director of Partnership Strategy to oversee the activation and fulfillment of corporate sponsorships at one of our largest university properties. experience, ensuring that every campaign reflects our standards of excellence, innovation, and impact. In this role, you’ll manage the full partnership lifecycle across a wide-ranging portfolio—ensuring high-quality execution across digital, social, in-venue, broadcast, and experiential channels. You’ll lead and coach a team of activation professionals while working closely with the General Manager and Sales leadership to drive renewal strategy, upsell opportunities, and long-term client retention. This is a senior leadership role ideal for someone who excels at both building relationships and operationalizing strategy through people, process, and collaboration. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Oversee the full activation strategy for a large and diverse partnership portfolio, ensuring flawless execution across all assets and platforms. Directly supervises and manages activation staff including managers, coordinators, and support personnel. Cultivate strong relationships and serve as a key point of contact for university leadership, ensuring strong alignment between property initiatives and institutional goals. Qualifications:Significant experience in sponsorship activation, partnership marketing, client service, or a related field (typically 8+ years), preferably within sports, media, or entertainment. Proven experience managing teams, with a demonstrated ability to lead through others and drive performance. Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field. benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act. Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.