Authentic Brands Group

Director, Talent Marketing (Sports & Athletes)

New York, New York · Director

Sponsorship not specified$125k-$140kDetected 20 days ago

Influencer MarketingIntellectual PropertyLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences.
Why Authentic You'll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment.
What we're saying is, this isn't your average day job.

Requirements

7-10+ years of experience in marketing, talent marketing, sports marketing, or influencer marketing
Strong understanding of how talent (athletes/celebrities/influencers) drives brand marketing and consumer engagement
Experience working across content, social, PR, and paid media channels
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to tie marketing efforts to business outcomes
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders

Compensation

$125,000 - $140,000
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Company info

Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform. As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders.
A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic's brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.
Why Authentic
You'll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we're saying is, this isn't your average day job. If you're hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let's chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform.
As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders.
A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology.
Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic's brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.
You'll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment.
If you're hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let's chat.
Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands.
With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission.
We reimagine, evolve and transform brands!
At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage.
Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.
Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
The Director, Talent Marketing (Sports & Athletes) will lead the development and execution of athlete-driven marketing strategies across Authentic Brands Group's global portfolio.
As part of the centralized Talent & Influencer Marketing function, this role will be responsible for leveraging athletes and sports talent as a core marketing channel to drive cultural relevance, brand storytelling, and measurable business growth.
This individual will translate brand and product priorities into impactful marketing campaigns powered by athlete talent-overseeing creative, content, and distribution strategies across paid, owned, and earned channels.
The Director will serve as a key cross-functional marketing leader, partnering closely with brand marketing, PR, social, and regional teams to bring campaigns to life at scale.
The role reports into the VP of Talent & Influencer Marketing.
What you'll be working on
Marketing Strategy & Campaign Development
Lead athlete-driven marketing strategies across ABG's portfolio, aligning talent to seasonal campaigns, product launches, and key cultural moments
Translate brand objectives into integrated marketing plans powered by athlete talent
Develop campaign frameworks that drive full-funnel impact-from awareness to conversion
Content & Creative Leadership
Oversee the development of athlete-led content across campaigns, including shoots, social content, and brand storytelling

Equal opportunity

Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.
For individuals with disabilities or religious obligations who would like to request an accommodation, please contact talent@authentic.com
We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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