Account Manager, Partnership Marketing

Overview

You are a relationship-driven, detail-oriented professional who thrives at the intersection of brand strategy, partnership management, and fan engagement. You take pride in delivering exceptional customer service and see yourself as a trusted extension of your partners’ teams. You are proactive by nature—always looking for new, creative ways to activate partnerships that elevate both the partner’s brand and the Colorado Rapids in the market.

Colorado Rapids

Account Manager, Partnership Marketing
Denver, CO (Hybrid)
Full-time

Senior level

You are energized by collaboration and accountability, and you understand that successful partnerships are built through clear communication, thoughtful execution, and innovative ideas. You bring a strategic mindset to every partnership, ensuring all contractual elements are fulfilled while also identifying opportunities to go beyond the agreement to create meaningful impact. Above all, you are passionate about helping grow the Rapids fanbase, strengthening the club’s relevance in the community, and delivering measurable value to partners.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing execution with innovation and who is motivated by seeing partnerships come to life in ways that benefit the club, its partners, and its supporters.

Who We Are

Colorado Rapids
Established in 1995 as one of Major League Soccer’s original clubs, the Colorado Rapids have carried forward a proud legacy that has helped shape the league and the sport in the United States. As we build on that foundation, we are focused on an ambitious future—guided by our North Star of putting FANS at the heart of everything we do. Our purpose is “For the fans, with the fans, as one club we inspire, energize & win to carve a Rocky Mountain legacy,” reflecting our commitment to creating meaningful connections and delivering excellence on and off the pitch.

For our commercial team, this means fearlessly embracing a fan-centric approach, driving innovative revenue opportunities, and building lasting partnerships that strengthen both our business and our community. Together, we are shaping the next chapter of Rapids history with energy, purpose, and impact.

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE)
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN, KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winner comm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and Sky Cam.

Job Title: Account Manager, Partnership Marketing

Department: Partnership Marketing / Revenue

Business Unit: Colorado Rapids

Location: Denver, Colorado

Reports To: Director, Partnership Activation & Insights

Employment Type: Full Time – Hourly – Non-Exempt

Supervisor Position: Yes

Success Criteria: Success in this role is defined by the ability to effectively manage, activate, and grow corporate partnerships while delivering exceptional service and innovative marketing solutions that elevate both partner brands and the Colorado Rapids. This role succeeds by…

• Partner Relationship Management:
  Owning and managing the day-to-day relationships of assigned corporate partners, serving as the primary point of contact and building trusted, long-term partnerships through consistent communication and strategic guidance.
• Partnership Fulfillment & Execution:
  Ensuring all contractual assets, benefits, and deliverables are fulfilled accurately, on time, and at a high level of quality, while proactively identifying and developing innovative opportunities to expand and enhance partner relationships.
• Strategic Partnership Activation:
  Developing, planning, and executing innovative, integrated activation concepts that align partner business objectives with Rapids marketing, fan engagement, and…