Media & Brand Partnership Manager Job at Guardian Sports, Peachtree Corners, GA

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  • Guardian Sports
  • Peachtree Corners, GA

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are.  

At Guardian Sports, we manufacture sports equipment that is trusted by teams in the most elite football & lacrosse leagues across the country – the NFL, NCAA, & USA Lacrosse to name a few. We have a true passion for protecting athletes and use our 20+ years of material science expertise to continually develop technologies that can enhance sports equipment. 

We are a fast-growing, innovation-driven company seeking a Media & Brand Partnerships Manager to take ownership of our media buying strategy and brand partnerships — elevating Guardian Sports to the next level of national visibility. 

What you’ll do.  

You will own our media and partnership strategy end-to-end: from identifying the right markets, to negotiating national partnerships, to managing spend and proving ROI.

You will report directly to Marketing & Sales leadership but operate as the go-to expert and decision-maker for all things related to media buying and partnerships. 

  • Partner with Marketing & Sales leadership to identify target markets for sales growth and brand awareness. 
  • Own the media buy & partnerships strategy — set objectives, allocate budget, and deliver measurable ROI. 
  • Identify & evaluate opportunities to expand brand awareness through regional and national partnerships. 
  • Negotiate & manage contracts — from first conversation to renewal. 
  • Maintain strong partner relationships and ensure fulfillment of deliverables. 
  • Collaborate with internal creative & marketing teams to bring campaigns to life on time and on brand. 
  • Oversee budget tracking, reporting & ROI analysis on all partnerships and media spend. 
  • Champion Guardian’s brand externally through award submissions, PR opportunities, and high-visibility partnerships. 

  Who you are.  

  • Strategic & Independent — you’re confident making recommendations, setting direction, and taking ownership. 
  • Proven Leader — 5+ years of experience in media buying, partnerships, or brand marketing with direct responsibility for budgets and ROI. 
  • Strong Negotiator — experienced in managing contracts and maximizing value from partnerships. 
  • Data-Driven Marketer — comfortable analyzing performance, reporting on ROI, and adjusting strategy accordingly. 
  • Relationship Builder — able to manage complex external partnerships while collaborating effectively internally. 
  • Sports Enthusiast — passionate about working in athletics and contributing to athlete safety.

Extra credit  

  • PR and media outreach experience. 
  • Graphic design experience. 
  • Digital advertising experience.

Tools you’ll use  

  • Project Management – Asana. 
  • PR & Comms Outreach – Meltwater. 
  • Social Media & Email – Sprout Social & Klaviyo. 
  • Analytics & Budgeting – Excel, PowerPoint, and Datarails. 

  Why Guardian Sports?  

  • Competitive salary & performance incentives. 
  • 401(k) with company match. 
  • Health, dental, vision & life insurance. 
  • Paid time off & parental leave. 
  • Chance to make an impact at a high-growth, innovative sports company. 

  Expectations  

  • Schedule: M-F, 9:00-5:00 PM ET in office 
  • Location: Peachtree Corners, GA (commute or relocate required) 
  • Travel: Less than 10% 

Job Tags

Work at office, Relocation,

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