Partnership Solutions Manager - Ohio State University

Position Title:

Partnership Solutions Manager - Ohio State University

Requisition : R100971

Location:

Columbus, OH

Full/Part-Time:
Full time

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences.

With data‑based solutions for a 365‑day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.

Our people‑first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.

Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love.

Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

Learfield is seeking a proactive and relationship‑driven Partnership Solutions Manager to join our Sports Properties team and oversee the day‑to‑day activation of corporate sponsor ships on campus. This role manages a more complex portfolio of partners, with increased ownership over strategic execution, creative planning, and cross‑functional coordination. The right candidate brings energy, ownership, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our partners and university stakeholders.

In this role, you’ll lead the activation of high‑value sponsorship campaigns across digital, social, in‑venue, broadcast, and experiential platforms. You’ll serve as the primary point of contact for a diverse group of sponsors—ensuring that every campaign element is flawlessly executed and strategically aligned. In addition to managing internal timelines and communications, you’ll help elevate our activation function by mentoring junior team members, improving workflows, and contributing to renewal strategy.

This position is ideal for someone who’s ready to take full ownership of partnership outcomes and thrives in a highly visible, fast‑paced environment.

• Serve as the activation lead for a portfolio of partners, managing all aspects of campaign execution and fulfillment.
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and reliable follow‑through.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with university partners, athletic department staff, corporate clients, and internal stakeholders—serving as a trusted and respected representative of both Learfield and the university.
• Oversee activation timelines, project plans, and asset delivery schedules—ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., creative, digital, events) and university contacts to execute integrated marketing campaigns.
• Lead partner recaps, performance reporting, and renewal discussions; contribute to strategic planning for key accounts.
• Serve as an activation mentor or informal lead for coordinators and game day staff.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and help implement tools that enhance property‑wide activation.
• Represent the property at partner meetings, internal planning sessions, and game day operations.
• Ensure all activity aligns with Learfield’s brand, contractual obligations, and university standards.

• 6+ years of experience in sponsorship activation, account management, or event marketing—preferably in sports or…