Corporate Partnerships Communications Associate

Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Communications Associate
Location: Midland, Michigan
Reports To: Corporate Partnerships Manager
Department: Marketing and Partnerships
Part/Full Time: Part Time

Job Overview:
WDRacing is a up and coming organization in the motorsports industry, recognized for its commitment to innovation, high-performance teams, and a deep passion for motorsport culture. We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Motorsports Marketing and Corporate Partnerships Communications Associate to join our team. This role will play a key part in supporting our motorsports marketing efforts and managing relationships with corporate partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for motorsports, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to assist in the execution of strategic marketing and partnership initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to be part of an innovative and high-energy environment within the motorsports industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate Partnerships Management: Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with current and prospective corporate partners. Help manage day-to-day interactions, ensuring all partnership agreements and deliverables are met.
Marketing Campaign Support: Collaborate with the marketing team to execute branded campaigns, activations, and events designed to promote both the brand and partner interests, including tracking results, analyzing performance, and suggesting improvements.
Event Planning and Execution: Support in organizing motorsports-related events, including sponsor activations, VIP experiences, and fan engagement initiatives. Ensure smooth execution of these events from planning to post-event follow-up.
Content Creation and Social Media: Assist with creating engaging content for social media, websites, and other platforms to drive brand visibility. Collaborate with the creative team to ensure cohesive brand messaging across all touchpoints.
Sponsorship Fulfillment: Help monitor the delivery of sponsor benefits and ensure all sponsorship packages are being fulfilled in alignment with contractual terms. Prepare regular reports for partners to demonstrate ROI and success.
Market Research: Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities. Conduct market research to identify new opportunities for partnership growth and business development.
Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the motorsports marketing and partnerships teams, including scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, maintaining partnership databases, and coordinating travel as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Sports Management, or a related field preferred but not required
0-3 years of experience in marketing, corporate partnerships, or sponsorships, preferably in the motorsports or sports industry.
Strong knowledge of motorsports, teams, and the fanbase is highly preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with various stakeholders including clients, vendors, and internal teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with CRM software or similar tools.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Flexibility to travel to events and work extended hours as needed.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a passionate team working at the intersection of motorsports and marketing.
Gain hands-on experience in high-profile sponsorships and brand activations.
Opportunity to contribute to the growth of an exciting and fast-paced industry.
Per diem compensation for travel and event-related expenses.
Performance-based incentives that reward top performers for exceptional contributions and achievements.

If you're excited about motorsports and have the skills and drive to help build strong corporate partnerships, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending a resume and cover letter to WDRacing@yahoo.com

WDRacing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.