Partnership Marketing Specialist, Rip City Remix

Become a part of the team behind the team.

At the Rip City Remix, we do more than basketball — we blaze trails toward winning championships on and off the court. We are pioneers and innovators who push boundaries, dream big, and are committed to building an inclusive community.

As we enter our third season as Portland’s G League team, we’re looking for a Partnership Marketing Specialist to play a vital role in supporting and enhancing our partnerships by focusing on relationship-building, activation, and project management. You will deliver exceptional service to our partners, ensuring a seamless experience throughout their partnership journey with us. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of our rising team while helping our partners achieve meaningful results.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, collaborative, and great at building strong relationships. You know how to balance multiple priorities and keep projects moving forward while providing outstanding service to our partners. If you’re curious and business-minded, ready to spot opportunities for growth and bring partnership ideas to life, we want to hear from you! Apply by June 8, 2025.

DAY-TO-DAY:

• Serve as the primary contact for all Remix-specific partners, leading the planning and execution of activations, ensuring all elements are fulfilled across home games and special events.
• Foster and maintain meaningful relationships with partners, focusing on activation success and providing exceptional service.
• Collaborate closely with Trail Blazers Partnership teams to stay aligned on cross-brand deals and represent Remix with clarity and confidence.
• Serve as the go-to expert for all things Remix in partnership meetings—helping internal teams and our partners unlock the full value of their Remix assets.
• Assist in onboarding new partners and provide ongoing support, with a focus on proactive communication and problem-solving to address challenges before they arise.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure partner activations come to life smoothly, creatively, and on time.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assets, activations, and partner obligations across shared tools.
• Develop and contribute to partnership reports and recaps by tracking deliverables, performance, and feedback
• Lead partnership renewals and upsell opportunities within your client portfolio, working closely with the Trail Blazers Partnership Sales and Strategy teams.
• Bring a solutions-first approach to partner needs, using business insight to identify risks, recommend enhancements, and unlock new opportunities.
• Collaborate with Trail Blazers Partnership teams and Remix staff to align on logistics, support shared initiatives, and deliver seamless game day and event activations.
• Must be able to work all 24 home games and occasional events, including nights and weekends.
   

WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU:

• Have demonstrated experience in advertising, marketing, client relationship management, client services, or related field
• Display great customer service skills, with experience presenting to diverse groups
• Proven project management skills with the ability to balance multiple timelines, details, and cross-functional coordination
• Are a great teammate with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Have strong business acumen with a strategic approach to support partner growth and retention.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication, with a focus on relationship development.
• Possess knowledge of the sports industry or other brand collaboration partnerships.

WE’D BE THRILLED IF YOU ALSO HAVE:

•  Knowledge of the local market and understanding of the sports sponsorship landscape

Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

PERKS: 

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:

• Target Salary: $55,000 annually
• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks + 11 holidays)
• Wellness Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking + Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Daily Free Lunch